Multitasking is fine. Really, it is. But not in the way you are probably thinking. Of course, humans cannot really do two things at the same time with full attention and efficiency.
What we can do is using down beats and slow times effectively:
- Waiting in line? Good! Time to catch up on some personal development podcasts or reading.
- On the train or bus and have several more stops? Good! Clear out some emails, send some texts to loved ones.
- Stuck in traffic? Good! Make a (hands-free, please!) phone call that you have not had time to make.
- On a silly conference call that you were required to be on but do not have any contributions? Good! Update your calendar, clear out and organize the junk drawer.
Even if you are not a “list-person”, you should keep a list of things that are valuable to your work and life that take between 2-10 minutes.
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Dr. Matthew W. Colpitts is currently the Head of School and President of Ventures Academy, a unique high school for students who want to create startup businesses while in school! He is also currently on the Board of Directors for Studio East, a non-profit for youth theatre and performing arts education.
Previously, he served at Léman Manhattan Preparatory School as the Director of Residence Life & Campus Safety where he lead the educational, operational, and student support aspects of the boarding program and security for the whole school. Matt has been an educator, administrator, and leader in higher education and K12 independent schools for over 10 years serving in the areas of residence life, university housing, student conduct, campus safety and security, emergency management, enrollment management, and student affairs. Matt has also served in educator-leader roles at diverse educational institutions including Clark University, Landmark College, Southern Oregon University, Utah State University, and Interlochen Center of the Arts. He also does independent risk and safety management consulting.
A first-generation college student from rural Maine, Matt is a proud graduate of Clark University in Worcester, MA with a B.A. in English and Philosophy. He holds an Ed.D. from Fielding Graduate University where he researched emergency management in educational institutions. Outside of school, Matt enjoys reading, traveling, and learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
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