Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Benjamin Laker is a university professor who writes about leadership We live in a world that glorifies “busyness”. The ability to ...

Research is clear that multitasking significantly undermines career progress despite its popularity in modern workplaces. But why does multitasking harm workplace productivity? And how can you ...

The allure of multitasking is hard to ignore. Of course it sounds like a great idea to take that meeting from the car, or to have Real Housewives on “in the background” while you work, or to check ...

"Modern work environments are fast-paced, and employers value employees who can manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Learning to manage your time and be productive by multitasking is a great skill ...

Multitasking may seem like a good way to get more done — but evidence suggests the opposite. Here’s the truth about multitasking, and what to do instead. Ever feel like there aren’t enough hours in ...

We’re all time-poor, so multi-tasking is seen as a necessity of modern living. We answer work emails while watching TV, make shopping lists in meetings and listen to podcasts when doing the dishes. We ...

According to Very Well Mind, the significant cognitive costs of multitasking, revealing that our brains are not designed to efficiently handle multiple tasks at once. While many people believe that ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Multitasking often reduces productivity Focused work with strategic breaks can boost efficiency and meet deadlines Prioritizing clear ...