In the relentless pursuit of productivity, we find ourselves ensnared in the trap of time management – meticulously planning every hour, juggling tasks, and obsessing over the optimization of our daily schedules. Yet, despite our best efforts, busyness does not equality productive, and it’s easy to go through a whole day and not actually accomplish anything . It's time to shift our focus from the conventional paradigm of time management to a more holistic and effective approach: attention management.

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In today's fast-paced, always-connected world, it's more important than ever to learn how to manage your time wisely. If you can't stay focused and productive at work, you'll quickly fall behind and start to feel overwhelmed, which will eventually lead to burnout. Read ahead for 8 proven time management strategies that will not only help you be more effective — but will also help you give your attention to what actually deserves it.