What
Stop and think for 1 to 2 seconds to give yourself time to consider what you need to do and fully focus on the task at hand.
Why
Avoid having the hand operating before the head –reduce the chance that we’ll make an error when we’re under time pressure, distracted or stressed.
How
Remember the STAR principle:
S – STOP: Pause for 1 to 2 seconds to focus your attention on the task at hand
T –THINK: Consider the action you’re about to take
A – ACT: Concentrate and carry out the task
R – REVIEW: Check to make sure that the task was done right and that you got the right result
STOP is the most important step. It gives your brain a chance to catch up with what your hands are getting ready to do.
