answer:Make sure that your subordinates present you with “solutions” instead of “problems”. They should recognize problems, do whatever research and analysis has to be done, and present you with one or more “best resolutions” that you then only have to decide upon or simply approve. If they’re presenting you with problems, then you’re having to do their thinking for them, too. Have “stand-up” meetings. They go way quicker. Also, ditch the doughnuts and refreshments, which tend to have people come simply for that reason, and once there they think they have to “contribute” by saying something, no matter how inane or off-topic. Block out parts of your calendar that are just for you, or to schedule work that you need to do alone. Close the door to your office from time to time, and let people know that this has a meaning. Make lists and prioritize, but surely you already know this.