WorkCookie - Get Ahead with Industrial/Organizational Psychology in the Workplace Ep. 284 - Cognitive Agility 2.0: Building Agility That Outlasts Change
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Nov 24, 2025 This engaging discussion features Lee, a seasoned workplace commentator known for his insights on attention and multitasking, alongside Dr. Kim, an expert in empathy and emotional intelligence. They explore cognitive agility, emphasizing the importance of reframing change rather than merely reacting to it. Lee debunks the multitasking myth and advocates for focus-enhancing strategies. Dr. Kim highlights the role of empathy in leading effectively, underscoring how soft skills are vital in navigating today's complexities.
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Agility Means Deliberate Shifts, Not Multitasking
- Cognitive agility is not multitasking; it's deliberately shifting focus and staying in higher-level thought.
- It requires practice, pause, and proactive reframing instead of reactive lizard-brain responses.
Adaptability Drove Pandemic Survival
- Adaptability drove survival during COVID by forcing new ways to connect and operate.
- Cognitive agility helps teams respond faster and drop what's not working to sustain mission and purpose.
Sequencing Beats Multitasking
- Modern tech increases distractions and creates mental chaos, not true mental agility.
- Sequencing tasks beats multitasking; finish something, then move on for better efficiency.
