To get into the zone I need 5 minutes to focus, think and lay out a plan. Need a clear schedule the next 4 hours, minimum. Clean desk, headset on, water refilled and a fresh coffee. Away we go.

10 minutes later someone taps me on my shoulder .. fuck!! Every damn time

I feel you bro. Especially those pm's who come sit next to you and say nothing while you're with your headphones on. And they just... sit there... You know they want to ask you something, they're merely visible in your field of view. Argh!

I once tried how long I could go without giving him any attention. After a couple of minutes he went away. I suppose the question wasn't so urgent after all! 😎