{"id":18199,"date":"2019-03-20T19:20:55","date_gmt":"2019-03-20T16:20:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ibtdi.com\/?p=18199"},"modified":"2019-03-20T19:20:55","modified_gmt":"2019-03-20T16:20:55","slug":"multitasking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ibtdi.com\/en\/multitasking\/","title":{"rendered":"How Does Multitasking Affect Your Team\u2019s Productivity?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\u0645\u0635\u0637\u0644\u062d \u062a\u0639\u062f\u062f \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0647\u0627\u0645<\/a> It means performing more than one task or activity at a time and continually switching between them. This can have a negative impact<\/span><\/p>\n

on your productivity at work. Notably, numerous studies have examined the effects of multitasking on the mind and on <\/span><\/p>\n

productivity.<\/span><\/p>\n

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and others, and their level of mental organization was also lower than that of their peers. Since then, more studies and research have emerged supporting the idea that \u062a\u0639\u062f\u062f \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0647\u0627\u0645 <\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

may not be the best way to get as many tasks done as possible throughout the day. In general, it comes down to our ability to focus: we are more effective <\/span><\/p>\n

when we focus our attention on one thing. A recent scientific study concluded that focusing on more than one task at a time hinders an employee\u2019s ability to perform <\/span><\/p>\n

their work effectively, which may lead to losses for the company or organization they work for.<\/span><\/p>\n

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more than one task at a time. This is actually impossible; what really happens is that you shift your attention or focus from one task to another every few seconds, <\/span><\/p>\n

Without being fully focused on a single task.<\/span><\/p>\n

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It\u2019s worth noting that these views on multitasking mainly apply to work tasks that require your full concentration. In other <\/span><\/p>\n

situations, you can do more than one thing at a time without it affecting you. For example, you can eat while walking without any problem, or do some <\/span><\/p>\n

chores at home while watching TV. But if, for instance, you\u2019re on a call with a client while checking your email and talking to a colleague,<\/span><\/p>\n

that can lead to confusion and mistakes. The nature of the situation generally determines when it\u2019s appropriate to handle more than one task at a time, <\/span><\/p>\n

and when you should focus on just one thing.<\/span><\/p>\n

.<\/p>\n

How does multitasking affect productivity?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Our brains can\u2019t handle many complex tasks at once. And with smartphones now so widespread and almost inseparable <\/span><\/p>\n

from our daily lives, you\u2019re more likely to find yourself texting or listening to music while working, which could undermine <\/span><\/p>\n

your productivity.<\/span><\/p>\n

Multitasking can also hurt your efficiency at work for several reasons,<\/strong>\u00a0\u0645\u0646 \u0628\u064a\u0646\u0647\u0627 \u0645\u062b\u0644\u0627\u064b \u0623\u0646 \u0627\u0644\u062a\u0628\u062f\u064a\u0644 \u0628\u064a\u0646 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0647\u0627\u0645 \u0642\u062f \u064a\u0633\u062a\u063a\u0631\u0642 \u0628\u0639\u0636 \u0627\u0644\u0648\u0642\u062a\u060c \u0641\u0636\u0644\u0627\u064b <\/span><\/p>\n

repeatedly shifting between the information and details for each task can lead to mistakes. The report also found that <\/span><\/p>\n

Multitasking lowers IQ by 15 points during cognitive tasks, and also reduces emotional intelligence and brain density over time.<\/span><\/p>\n

The report also emphasized that when people try to complete several tasks quickly and at the same time, the results are usually poor across the board. For example, <\/span><\/p>\n

the quality of the work is usually below expectations, and a lack of focus and switching between tasks lead to more mistakes. Multitasking can also affect <\/span><\/p>\n

the ability to be creative and make sound decisions about workflow. In addition, it increases employees\u2019 feelings of stress and pressure\u2014in other words,<\/span><\/p>\n

it has a negative impact on both individuals and organizations.<\/span><\/p>\n

.<\/p>\n

How can you work more efficiently and boost your productivity?<\/span><\/h2>\n

As the points above show, trying to handle several complex tasks at once is not the best way to get more done. On the contrary, this approach <\/span><\/p>\n

They negatively affect productivity. The first step to improving your productivity is to make a list of the tasks you need to complete and rank them by <\/span><\/p>\n

importance. Set a deadline for completing them, then focus fully on one specific task.<\/span><\/p>\n

The second step is to avoid or minimize distractions as much as possible. It\u2019s important to keep your attention on the work you\u2019re<\/span><\/p>\n

doing, without getting sidetracked by unnecessary things like your mobile phone or even email. You can set aside a specific time in your schedule <\/span><\/p>\n

to reply to emails or personal messages.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you need to turn your attention to another task, first write down the essential information and notes related to the task you<\/span><\/p>\n

Finish it before moving on to another. This can help clear your mind of that information, even for a little while, so you can focus fully on <\/span><\/p>\n

your next task without the details of the two tasks getting mixed up in your head. This step can reduce the likelihood of mistakes and make it easier <\/span><\/p>\n

to complete your first task effectively when you return to it.<\/span><\/p>\n

.<\/p>\n

How can you help your team avoid multitasking?<\/span><\/h2>\n

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One of the best ways to help your team avoid multitasking is to encourage them to take regular breaks. When an employee is <\/span><\/p>\n

working without a break, stress may push them to take on multiple tasks at once, which can affect the quality of their work, as well as <\/span><\/p>\n

Giving employees breaks during the workday helps improve productivity, focus, and creativity, and also helps reduce <\/span><\/p>\n

feelings of stress.<\/span><\/p>\n

.<\/p>\n

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Managers need to understand when it\u2019s appropriate to assign employees additional work and when it isn\u2019t. When managers<\/span><\/p>\n

repeatedly assign non-urgent or low-priority tasks, it becomes harder for employees to complete their core work on time <\/span><\/p>\n

and to the required standard, especially when deadlines for core tasks are tight.<\/span><\/p>\n

.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s essential to build strong relationships with employees so they feel comfortable discussing their ideas, the projects they\u2019re working on, and even their challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n

with their manager at any time without worry. This is important because if employees feel exhausted and overwhelmed by their workload, and find it difficult to<\/span><\/p>\n

talk to you to find a solution and prioritize their tasks, the quality and productivity of their work may fall short of your expectations. That\u2019s why it\u2019s best to adopt an open-door policy. <\/span><\/p>\n

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