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5 Signs You’re A Chronic Multitasker (And How to Fix It)
See if you can identify these signs in you
Multitasking is a disservice to our creative powers and productiviy.
Let’s get that straight!
To get into a flow state and achieve peak performance takes a certain level of attention and focus on the job at hand.
It’s not possible to build that level of active cognitive engagement that produces deep work if you’re always juggling a bunch of things all at once.
But most people multitask and choose to turn a blind eye to how it affects their ability to be creative and productive.
How do you know you’re a chronic multitasker?
You’re constantly switching between tasks
If you’re a chronic multitasker, your impulse to jump from one task to another is usually high. You switch between tasks without completing what you were previously working on.
For example, you might be working on an important project, but you get sidetracked by notifications on your phone. Somehow, you can focus on something long enough without being distracted.
This often derails your ability to process information fast and stay productive. As a result, it takes…
