retrieve messages and return calls. The executive believed that there was no crisis in his business which could not wait 90-minutes (48).
             Additional suggestions for avoiding or limiting the duration of interruptions include:
             1. If possible, rearrange office furniture to form a subconscious barrier between visitors and yourself. Seat yourself in a position where you are able to see the entrance to your space. Place your computer, desk or a table between you and the door. Although system furniture is a popular, cost-effective solution to furnishing open office areas, it doesn't lend itself well to this suggestion.
             2. When visitors approach you, only turn your head toward them. Leave your body turned toward your task. This posture should inform the interrupter that you are occupied with a task.
             3. Request that a receptionist screen calls, especially when meetings or high priority projects are in progress.
             4. When visitors or co-workers follow you into your office for a con
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