Office Distractions: How do we stop the madness?

Jason Fried hits the nail on the head. Offices are full of distractions and inhibit my productivity. "How many people here has ever had 8 hours to yourself at the office?" So, what do we do? Well, I intend to start my own company because I can't stand the idea that someone else gets to dictate what I do with my time. I don't mind being tasked with something - it's the time management that I would like to maintain full control over.