Boosting Productivity and Better Ways to Multitask

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I used to multitask all the time, and it totally undermined my productivity. So I became completely anti-multitasking — until I realized that in some situations, multitasking is actually the key to reducing stress and getting more done. 

I shared some of my top tips for multitasking more effectively and intentionally on PIX11 News in New York City (you can check out the video here).

Want to join me and reclaim multitasking? Here’s how:

1) Not every task is created equal. 

Reading and talking on the phone, texting and driving — those tasks don’t play well together. 

Why? Each pair uses the same part of your brain. Reading and talking both require language comprehension. Texting and driving both use motor control and attention to detail.

You can’t complete two tasks that activate the same parts of your brain. We’re just not wired that way!

2) Put the right tasks together. 

Instead, pair tasks that use different parts of your brain. Doing this can boost productivity by keeping you engaged.

We actually do this naturally — that’s why so many people doodle in meetings. Drawing helps keep you focused! You’re using two different skill areas that complement one another. 

3) Repetitive tasks are ideal for multitasking.

The best times for intentional multitasking are when you’re doing repetitive tasks.

Gardening, for example, is a great time to listen to language lessons. You’re using your hands for gardening and your brain to learn the language, so there’s no competition between tasks. And the repetition means you can get into a flow state, which is great for productivity. Cooking while listening to a podcast and organizing files while listening to an audiobook work just as well for the same reasons. 

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4) Walking goes well with big decisions. 

If you do it in the right situations, multitasking can boost productivity. And the same is true for making decisions. Putting low-intensity physical activity such as walking with a decision-making moment can help you stay focused on what you need to think about.

Moving your body into new spaces can help you get perspective and feel energized. This is a great trick when you have a decision coming up — multitask walking with mulling it over. You might be surprised how well it works!

Multitasking has a bad reputation — but in some situations, it can actually boost your productivity!

For more tips, you can check out my full segment on PIX11 News in New York City.

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Turn Bad Habits Into Productivity Superpowers

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Productivity bad habits can undermine your good intentions. They cause stress and wasted time. 

The good news? You can turn these bad habits into good ones. I shared my tips on PIX11 News in New York City => check out the full video here!

Here are three common bad habits — and how to fix them!

1) You’re always late… so change the time. 

Being late is a productivity killer. If your meeting starts at 11 a.m. and you never show up until 11:10, change the time of the meeting so that you start showing up.

It’s called the “Nudge Method” — here’s how it works. Changing the time of the meeting to 11:15 (or 11:25, or 12:15 – any irregular time works) will trick you into paying a little more attention and showing up on time.

Give it a try — you might be surprised at how well it works. Also making meetings shorter could help too. Gary Vaynerchuk famously has seven-minute meetings. 

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2) You say yes to everything… so put up parameters. 

Saying yes to every opportunity, task, or request might feel like a good way to be helpful, but it can quickly become overwhelming. Saying yes to everything means you’re not saying yes to yourself, your priorities, or your time.

Before agreeing to something, take a moment to decide if it aligns with your priorities. If it doesn’t, politely decline. You don’t need to give a long explanation. Get comfortable saying no! 

Setting boundaries is essential for maintaining a balanced schedule. If you’re already juggling a lot, adding more to the pile will only lead to burnout.

By being more intentional about what you agree to, you’re protecting your time and energy for what really matters.

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3) You procrastinate… so increase your motivation.

Procrastination is probably the most common productivity killer. We all do it — putting off tasks we know we should do until the last possible minute. But procrastination isn’t about laziness. It’s often a symptom of a lack of motivation or clarity. You don’t do the work because you’re not sure how or because you don’t feel motivated. 

Once you get a handle on exactly what needs to be done, increasing your motivation is the next piece of the puzzle. Boosting your creativity through a little bit of drawing, reading, or even taking a walk can make a big difference in your perspective.

Which productivity bad habit are you going to flip?

Check out the full PIX11 News video with my tips here!

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