It should be noted that, his sort of distraction is not limited to PDAs – computer users at work “change windows or check e-mail or other programs nearly 37 times an hour”. Portable devices, and constantly multitasking will not only make you less productive, there’s now evidence to su...
Constantly multitasking is bad for your focus and your attention span, and in the long run it erodes your ability to effectively stay concentrated even on a single task for longer periods of time. Single-tasking on the other hand helps you train your attention span so you can stay ...
Some scientists, however, have wondered if multitasking is even humanly possible. According to a recent TED-Ed video, the science is clear: your brain simply doesn’t have the energy to hold two or more thoughts in unison. This is different from the way that Inc. writer Adam Vaccaro ...
One reason multitasking (or task-switching) is so hard is that it calls upon workingmemory—a brain resource that's extremely limited.[2] Every time you switch to the other task, it's hard to hold that first task in memory so it's there when you come back. I...
When your day hasn’t gone right and you’ve succumbed to the temptations of multitasking and you leave the work day with most of your to-do’s unchecked, give yourself permission to just let it go. Ruminating on the past one of the least productive things you can do. Research suggests...
But there have been studies that suggest that video games can be beneficial for improving cognitive functions, such as memory, problem-solving, and multitasking. Thus, video games can help you stay mentally sharp, increase your creativity, and even reduce stress. ...
Flow is touted for the enjoyment it provides and for its relationship with concurrent task performance. But what happens when flow ends, and you move on to
In-the-moment presence can be an awfully tricky thing for leaders to find in an age of multitasking and mixed priorities. But it’s also a skill we can’t afford to neglect. Steve Mizell, CHRO of Merck, told me that he believes one of the most critical skills for leaders today is to...
Plus, they help sharpen your brain—boosting things like multitasking skills and memory—all while keeping physical fitness in check. So next time you reach for that controller, remember—you’re not just playing; you’re giving both your body and mind a boost! Other Physical Benefits Playing ...
You’ll learn why multitasking is a bad idea, why men make errors women don’t, and why most people think San Diego is west of Reno (it’s not). Why We Make Mistakes will open your eyes to the reasons behind your mistakes—and have you vowing to do better the next time. Why We...