A quick Google search will return endless articles about maximizing productivity at work. This article will outline the best of these ideas, grounded in psychological research, supported by empirical evidence, and taking into account the specific challenges faced by attorneys. From the first-year associate to the lead partner, attorneys must adhere to strict deadlines and answer to all kinds of people: the boss, client, judge or jury. These tips will assist attorneys in getting the most out of their time, not only at work, but also in their personal lives as well.
In his book “The Organized Mind,” psychologist Daniel Levitin discusses the impact of information overload. He writes, “In 2011, Americans took in five times as much information every day as they did in 1986—the equivalent of 175 newspapers.” Meanwhile, our brains can only focus on one thing at a time. This has two implications. First, multitasking decreases cognitive performance while increasing stress levels, and should be avoided. Second, if we hope to free our minds to focus on the task at hand, we must establish systems to help us organize the information deluge.
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