To better manage the time used by drop-in visitors, stand up when someone enters your office, and conduct the conversation with both of you standing.

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This strategy is suggested in many time management guidelines as it helps to keep the conversation short and to the point. Standing up gives a non-verbal cue that the visit is not an invitation to sit down and chat for an extended period, and it often leads to faster resolutions and fewer interruptions.

To Better Manage the Time Used by Drop-In Visitors, Stand