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David Epstein: 10,000 Hours Is A Lie! The Morning Habit That’s Secretly Ruining Your Day!

The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

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Prioritize Focus to Conquer Multitasking Stress

In today's tech-driven environments, constant task switching, especially driven by frequent email checks—averaging 77 times a day for office workers—creates significant stress. This cognitive load arises from the need to shut down one activity and activate different cognitive rules for another, even when tasks seem related. To enhance productivity and well-being, begin the day with singular focus activities instead of multitasking tasks like checking email. Schedule dedicated times for specific tasks, allowing buffer periods to accommodate underestimated planning durations, and maintain a streamlined to-do list to reduce overwhelm.

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