Jen Lawrence
FEBRUARY 21, 2019
Have you ever heard someone say, “I’m a pro at multitasking!”? Multitaskers may not be as productive and tuned-in as they think they are. Studies have shown time and time again that not only is multitasking less efficient, but it may actually be impossible. So I learned to multitask and marketed my skill.
Work Life
JUNE 8, 2025
When you manage in ways that are aligned with how the brain naturally operates, you unlock better decision-making, motivation, creativity, and connection. Multitasking Is a Myth: Prioritization is Your Brain’s Superpower The brain’s prefrontal cortex handles focus, planning, and decision-making. Cognitive overload impairs performance.
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Jen Lawrence
FEBRUARY 21, 2019
Have you ever heard someone say, “I’m a pro at multitasking!”? Multitaskers may not be as productive and tuned-in as they think they are. Studies have shown time and time again that not only is multitasking less efficient, but it may actually be impossible. So I learned to multitask and marketed my skill.
Insperity
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
Managers must be more proactive and efficient than ever to identify in which context work, creativity and collaboration are fostered. Don’t multitask. Don’t bring everyone into the office just to have them sit in cubicles all day with their headphones on. See and use the whole playing field.
Insperity
JULY 13, 2017
Like their predecessors, Gen Zers value and expect independence, creativity, freedom to work when and where they want, diversity and, of course, technology. Gen Zers are independent, creative and much more entrepreneurial in how they approach work. Work on funneling their creativity to the benefit of your organization.
Insperity
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
Many leadership traits —for example, ambition, initiative, attention to detail, business acumen , creative problem solving and critical thinking skills —will always be desirable in business leaders regardless of internal or external conditions of the moment. Employees aren’t the only ones struggling with lots of distractions at home.
Insperity
NOVEMBER 6, 2018
Multitasking – Most people think multitasking is an asset, but oftentimes we aren’t as productive as we think when we try to juggle several things at once. And happy employees tend to be more creative, motivated and engaged. The rest of their time, they are probably distracted with meetings or making small talk with coworkers.
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