Managing distractions while working is a common challenge. Clients are waiting on you, and you want to exceed their expectations at every possible moment.
Here are five actionable strategies:
1. Enable Do Not Disturb
Block non-urgent alerts on your phone during recording and editing sessions.
2. Minimize Browser Tabs
Reduce visual clutter to maintain focus. Close social media and email tabs while working.
3. Set Up DAW Presets and Shortcuts
Use keyboard commands to start recording quickly with pre-configured effects. For example, I use CTRL+R in Reaper to begin recording with effects already applied, saving considerable setup time.
4. Create a Dedicated Workspace
Separate your recording space from daily life distractions as much as possible.
5. Schedule Specific Work Hours
Maintain healthy boundaries between voice work and personal time. Structure helps you stay productive during work hours and truly rest during off hours.
If you want personalized help building a workflow that fits your business, book a coaching session.
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Trevor O'Hare
Voiceover Coach & Founder of VOTrainer
Trevor is a professional voice actor turned coach with over two decades in audio production. He has completed thousands of voiceover projects for brands of all sizes and now helps aspiring and working voice actors build their careers through 1-on-1 coaching, demo production, and online courses. He also works as a full-time voiceover artist at TrevorOHare.com. Looking to hire voice talent? Check out RealVOTalent.com.
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