Is there an effective way of multitasking?

Is there an effective way of multitasking?

-Ana Melikian

In this episode, I delve into the fascinating world of multitasking and whether it is truly effective or just a myth. I introduces a thought-provoking concept shared by Nir Eyal, the renowned author of “Indistractable.”

Although multitasking is often portrayed as counterproductive in the high-performance world, is there a possibility that there is, in fact, an effective way to multitask?

Through an immersive exercise, I demonstrate the pitfalls of traditional multitasking and the incremental time it takes to transition between tasks. But don't fret, I also explore an intriguing concept called “cross modal attention” shared by Nir Eyal in his article, “Surprise! There’s a Right Way to Multitask.”

Join me and let’s explore alternative approaches to optimize your productivity without sacrificing your focus and well-being

Let's dive in!

This week on The Mindset Zone:

* Ana Melikian discusses an interview with Nir Eyal, author of the book “Indistractable”

* Multitasking is often seen as ineffective and unproductive

* Ana Melikian guides listeners through an experiential exercise that demonstrates the inefficiency of multitasking

* The possibility of effective multitasking

* The concept of cross modal attention is introduced

* Cross modal attention allows the brain to focus on one task while placing another task on autopilot

* Examples of effective multitasking

Meet the Host:

Ana Melikian, Ph.D., advises leaders on how to amplify impact while avoiding burnout. She is passionate about teaching others how to unlock their human potential using simple and powerful approaches such as her P.I.E. method.