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Ever feel like your day gets eaten up by small, repetitive tasks? You’re not alone. Switching between different types of tasks is a productivity killer. But there’s a simple fix—batching. When you group similar tasks together, you not only get more done, but you also minimize wasted energy.
"Efficiency is doing things right; effectiveness is doing the right things." – Peter Drucker
Why Multitasking Is Ruining Your Productivity
Most people jump from task to task, thinking multitasking is the key to getting more done. The reality? Constantly switching gears means you're always playing catch-up. Your brain takes time to adjust to new tasks, so hopping from emails to meetings to creative work drains your focus and energy.
Or, maybe you try to schedule your day down to the minute, but everything feels scattered, and you end up overwhelmed.
How Constant Task Switching Leads to Burnout
You waste time and energy by constantly switching between different types of tasks.
The important tasks never seem to get done because you're stuck in busywork.
You feel scattered and end the day wondering what you actually accomplished.
The more scattered your day is, the less efficient you become—and the more likely you are to burn out.
According to the American Psychological Association, task switching can lower productivity by up to 40%.
How Batching Tasks Can Transform Your Productivity
Batching tasks is like putting your brain on autopilot. By grouping similar tasks together, you reduce the mental friction that comes from switching between different types of work. It keeps you in the same mental zone, so you can work faster and with more focus.
Group Admin Tasks: Set a specific block of time for emails, paperwork, or meetings. By doing these all at once, you free up time for deeper, more focused work.
Creative Tasks Together: Focus creative tasks like writing, brainstorming, or designing in one block. Keep all your right-brain work together to maintain flow.
Errands or Calls: Run all your errands or make your phone calls in a single session, rather than spacing them out through the day.
Here’s Why You’ll Love Life After Task Batching
Once you start batching, here’s what happens:
Fewer distractions. You’ll be able to focus on one type of task at a time, improving your efficiency.
More time for deep work. By knocking out busywork in one go, you’ll have bigger blocks of time to focus on the tasks that matter.
Better mental clarity. No more bouncing between different tasks—just focused, productive work.
The 'Batch Efficiency' Method
Step 1: Categorize Your Tasks. Group similar tasks into categories—admin, creative, and errands are a good start.
Step 2: Block Your Time. Dedicate specific time blocks to each task category. For example, block off 9-10 a.m. for emails and 10-12 for creative work.
Step 3: Stick to the Plan. During each time block, focus only on the tasks in that category. Avoid jumping between different types of work.