Stop paying the 'distraction tax' and learn why multitasking is a myth. This episode provides science-backed strategies to eliminate attention residue and master the art of deep work.

The ability to focus is becoming the new superpower of the 21st century because it’s becoming so rare. While everyone else is drowning in notifications, the person who can sit down and solve a complex problem is the one who wins.
Creado por exalumnos de la Universidad de Columbia en San Francisco
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Creado por exalumnos de la Universidad de Columbia en San Francisco

Jackson: Miles, I have to confess, I’m currently looking at about fourteen open browser tabs, and I just checked my phone because it buzzed. I feel like I’m getting so much done, but my to-do list isn't actually moving.
Miles: You’re not alone, Jackson. But here’s the kicker: research shows that what we call "multitasking" is actually just rapid task switching, and it can cost us up to 40% of our productivity. Our brains have a literal bottleneck; they can only process one stream of information requiring executive control at a time.
Jackson: 40%? That is a massive hit just for answering a few Slack messages. It’s like I’m paying a "distraction tax" all day long.
Miles: Exactly! And even a quick glance at an email creates "attention residue" that lingers and blurs your focus on the next task. Today, we’re building your single-tasking toolkit to stop that leak. Let’s dive into the specific strategies to reclaim your brain’s GPS.