How to Be Awesome at Your Job 989: Training Your Brain for Maximum Efficiency with Dr. Mithu Storoni
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Aug 22, 2024 
Dr. Mithu Storoni, a University of Cambridge-trained physician and neuroscience researcher, dives into the science of focus and brain efficiency. She explains how to find your optimal mental gear for peak performance while managing boredom and overwhelm. Storoni shares insights on aligning tasks with natural brain rhythms to enhance productivity and creativity. She emphasizes the importance of intrinsic motivation in the evolving work landscape and offers practical strategies for adapting work habits to modern challenges.
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Work With Your Brain
- Align your work with your brain's natural rhythms for peak performance.
- The traditional 8-hour workday is a relic of the assembly line era and doesn't suit knowledge work.
Brain Gears
- The brain operates in different "gears" for various tasks.
- Creative work thrives in a state of mind-wandering, while focused work requires sharp attention.
Identifying Your Gear
- Label different work modes as "gears": Gear 1 (daydreamy), Gear 2 (focused), and Gear 3 (hyper-aroused).
- Recognize which gear suits which task and switch accordingly.