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MYTH

Singletasking means letting people down.

REALITY

Singletasking means giving others your full attention.

Every action done in company ought to be done with some sign of respect to those that are present.

GEORGE WASHINGTON

I’ve been asked, “Isn’t singletasking ultimately a selfish act? Doesn’t singletasking mean accepting that I’ll be letting people down?”

No … and no. Singletasking is not self-serving, dismissive, or rude. It’s for others, and it’s for you. Singletasking means setting a good example. Plus, you’re much more present for others.

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