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 ...

When it comes to working efficiently and completing projects sooner, multitasking isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. “If you’re doing two things,” says Sara Gilbert, founder of Strategist Business ...

Work smarter, not harder. Manage your time wisely. Keep a "to do" list. Do more with less. Employees hear these statements frequently from managers, time management consultants and professional ...

Mr. Burkeman is the author of “Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals.” A few months ago, I was teetering on the brink of feeling overwhelmed by life’s responsibilities, afflicted by the ...