We Recruit Well | August 2022

We have to face the facts. We aren't designed to work on multiple tasks simultaneously. According to MIT neuroscientist Earl Miller, our brains aren’t wired to multitask well. So when people think they’re multitasking, they’re switching from one task to another, and every time they do, there’s a cognitive cost.

So what can we do to conquer this need to do it all? These three ideas might be just what you need!

1. ? Consider the Clock - Set a timer for 15-20 minutes to focus on a specific task before moving on to the next project. This allows you to devote your attention to the task at hand.
2. ??? Create Clusters - Group similar tasks together, then set aside time each day to tackle them. This can be especially effective for checking email and social media.
3. ?? Control Complications - Eliminate the distractions that keep you from focusing. Turn your email and phone notifications off when you begin a task, and set up specific times during the day to engage with co-workers.

Stop multi-tasking today. It’s not saving you any time. Instead, it is most likely causing you to make mistakes and draining you of energy better spent elsewhere.?

Until next time,

Beth and Paige

P.S. Need encouragement to help you use your time more wisely? Check out Ten Ways You Can Use the Gift of Time on the Free Resources tab on our website.