multitasking
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Multitasking Is Making You Worse at Everything
On the surface, the concept of multitasking sounds dynamic and kind of cool — the word originated in the 1960s computer boom, after all, and retains its connotations of hyper-competency and over-achievement. We’re all obviously capable of handling multiple tasks at once, and we have limited time in our busy lives, so we’ve been happy…
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New Research Suggests Heavy Multitasking Has Negative Effects On Attention Span And Memory
Multitasking is a great skill, especially if you can do it without compromising on the quality of your work. However, new research suggests that juggling too many things at once could be detrimental to your “cognitive domains”, especially if you’re a “heavy” multitasker.
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Ditch The Dual Displays To Improve Your Focus
Image credit: Brett Morrison/Flickr The dual-monitor setup is an enticing way to make it look like you’re extra-productive. Multiple monitors just scream power user. Practically, however, the set-up can be more of a hindrance than a help. What if using a single display allowed you to improve your focus and get even more work accomplished?
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Stop ‘Multitasking’ During Work Meetings
We’re all guilty of it: the boss calls a team meeting during a busy time of the day. While you’re waiting for things to get started, you surreptitiously check your email. Then you start replying. Before you know it, the meeting is in full swing and you’re only half-listening as you continue to “multitask” on…
