It has become pretty commonly accepted that multitasking is bad.
But while it’s true that trying to do multiple high-concentration tasks at the same time isn’t a great idea, there are several opportunities throughout the day during where “double-tasking” can be your friend.
By grouping the activities below together, you can add up to four hours of productivity to your day without worrying about damaging your brain.
The key is to pair routine, muscle-memory tasks that don’t require much thinking with more challenging ones. Since both tasks are things you would be doing anyway during your day, you’re effectively doubling your time.
Here are a few of my favorites: (continue reading at Nashville Business Journal)