While multitasking your brain needs to do goal shifting and rule activation (turning off rules for one task and turning on rules for another).Switching tasks always carries a cost in terms of time and mental energy. And although the cost in time is short we switch so often that it stacks up and can consume up to 40% of your time.

Myth #1: Multitasking Makes You Efficient

The Internet distracts but we use it for researching items and retaining information. If you build up your searching skills and ignore distractions, like social networks, it becomes just a tool.

Myth #3: The Internet Is A Distraction

Creative insights may come during “non-optimal” times of the day. Society might be structured for early risers but you should stick to working during times when you’re at your most productive (as much as possible).

Myth #2: Early Birds Get The Worm

Willpower is a limited resource, one that we deplete through hard, focused work. We need to take regular breaks to restore our flagging willpower and keep our productivity in the long run.Take a break and do something different for a few minutes every half-hour or so to give your brain a break and replenish your mental resources.

Myth #4: Pushing To Get Things Done

Some people working from home have a higher efficiency on time spent working and performance per minute. The employees surveyed also reported they were happier working at home.

Myth #5: You Should Never Work At Home

"How would you describe yourself?" How many times have you been asked that question in job interviews over the years? And how many times have you made the following claim? "I'm a hardworking multitasker." It's understandable. Being a good multitasker is a sign that you're productive, right? Not necessarily.

Myth #3: The Internet Is A Distraction

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