How I Increased My Productivity by 50%!
Simple answer: Having dual monitors! Why? It removes a big friction for my ADHD brain --> the cost of switching context or transitioning What do I mean? - Less window switching --> transitions are hard for ADHD brains, including transitions between apps and windows. Did you know we spend about 1 hour/day just switching apps (if you add up all the microseconds it takes to switch apps and windows)! ๐คฏ - Better spatial memory --> I see where things are on my screens, so I remember them better. Who is this tip for? The more your work requires holding multiple pieces of information at onceโฆthe more multiple monitors amplify your productivity. How exactly do I leverage multiple monitors? I set up a "role-based screen system," meaning: - Screen 1 = Creation (writing, thinking) - Screen 2 = Reference (ChatGPT, research, emoji app) ๐ - Screen 3 = Calendar (always up, so I know what's happening next in my day) As you can see, I have 3 screens, which have increased my productivity further. I know, though, that 3 screens are not possible for everyone, so 2 screens are enough to boost your productivity (you don't need 3). And you don't need a fancy screen. My second screen was borrowed from a friend and was so old I had to hold it up with an empty tissue box (for real!)...but it did its job as a second monitor. ๐ So, if there's one thing you could do today to increase your productivity, find a second monitor! Do you already work with a second monitor (or 3)? I'd love to know!