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Communication & Cognition

When the World Is Too Distracting — and It Feels Impossible to Work

HBR Editors
17 November 2024
7 min
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Leaders face challenges in balancing empathy and productivity amid rising distractions—fostering focused, supportive workspaces helps teams stay engaged and resilient. Clear communication enhances team confidence and stability, while structured strategies aid in regaining focus.
READ: When the World Is Too Distracting — and It Feels Impossible to Work

References

  • Harvard Business Review: High factual reporting
  • COLLECTIONS/The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
  • RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE GUIDELINES LEARNING OUTCOMES ETC)
 

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