"The key is not to prioritize what's on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities." - Stephen Covey

Block out 30 minutes in your calendar first thing this morning for focused work on your single most important task. Treat this time as an unbreakable meeting. During this block, close all other applications, turn off notifications, and resist the urge to check email or Slack. This dedicated time ensures that critical work gets attention before the day's inevitable urgent requests derail your progress.