Multi-Tasking Decreases Productivity: Fact or Myth?
"To do two things at once – is to do neither." ~ Roman philosopher Publilius Syrus, 100 A.D. When we need to accomplish many tasks, we do 2-3 things at once, sometimes more. We do this in order to be more productive. Multi-tasking has basically become the American way. In fact, employers often include "multi-tasking" as one of the desirable traits they look for in job descriptions. But is multi-tasking really leading to increased productivity? According to some experts, the answer is no. Multi-tasking is generally less efficient than focusing on one thing at a time.
Primary topic: Organizing and Learning How to Organize
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