🔧 The Silent Killer of Software Teams: Context Switching and How to Stop It

Ever feel like you're working all day but somehow getting nothing done?

You're not alone.

Context switching—the constant bouncing between tasks, tools, and interruptions—is quietly destroying productivity.

Every time you switch, your brain takes time to reload, and before you know it, you’re re-reading your own code thinking, What was I even doing here?

I wrote about this in detail over at ITNEXT, breaking down why it happens, why it’s killing your team, and—most importantly—how to fix it.

->Read the full article HERE

Learn how to:

• Limit work in progress (WIP) to stay focused;

• Block out distraction-free deep work time;

• Prioritize tasks;

• Use async communication instead of constant interruptions;

• Build a culture that respects focus time.

If you’ve ever lost an entire afternoon to Slack pings and “quick” questions, this one’s for you.

Check it out and let me know your thoughts!