Ever had your perfectly planned day derailed by an unexpected fire drill? It could be a marathon meeting, a budget freeze, or coming back from vacation more exhausted than when you left? You’re not alone. Even the most organized among us can be blindsided by productivity pitfalls that drain our time and energy. But the truth is, many of these disruptions aren’t as unpredictable as they seem. With a little foresight, you can spot the warning signs and build in safeguards that keep your plans on track.

In this encore episode, we’ll show you how to recognize patterns that trip you up again and again, and what to do about them.

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