Think again. Juggling multiple tasks may sound like a way to save time, but more than likely, you’ll end up exhausted, and your workflow—and work quality—will crash.
Research shows that multitasking can harm your mental health and productivity. One step to decrease your stress levels and boost productivity is to recognize that your time is valuable.
You may notice your podcasts piling up and feel like you listen to them in the background as you’re finalizing a research report.But can you genuinely dedicate your attention to both at the same time?
Have you ever wanted to suggest to your colleague the meeting they held could have been an email? You’re not alone—many workers feel meetings can be a massive waste of time.
A 2019 study by consulting firm Korn Ferry found that 67% of workers believe too much time in meetings can prevent them from doing their job effectively.
Having a micromanager for a boss can be a miserable experience and can be considered a form of bullying. Constantly being monitored or questioned makes employees feel disempowered.