“Multitasking appeals to many people because it creates the illusion of efficiency and control in a fast-paced, ...

You might say browser tabs are the new litmus test for multitasking. The more tabs you have open, the more multitasking work you’re doing, and the less likely you ...

Think you’re good at multi-tasking? Feeling energized that you can whip through email messages while simultaneously listening to discussions on a conference call? You might not be as efficient as you ...

Follow these tips to be present in the moment and increase productivity You’ve got a smartwatch on your wrist, Siri in your palm, and emails notifications popping up on your computer screen all day ...

When it comes to business, many people rave about multi-tasking. It seems to make sense–everyone has so many things to do (and is so stuck for time) that doing several things at once works. But over ...

In my innovation and growth course at Columbia Business School, I note the productivity-destroying consequences of having people on too many projects at the same time, citing a study reported back in ...

Does this describe you? While you are on a teleconference call you are writing up your quarterly report, checking your email, and texting your friend about where you are meeting for lunch. You would ...