How to Stay Focused If You're Assigned to Multiple Projects at Once

Most of us are juggling multiple teams at once. In theory, this system of “multiteaming” offers a number of upsides: you can deploy your expertise exactly where and when it’s most needed, share your knowledge across groups, and switch projects during lull times. The reality, though, is a lot more complicated. You’ve probably experienced some of the challenges of multiteaming - some of the most common include how to manage your time, stress, and development. To better manage your time, try prioritizing and sequencing your work. To better manage your stress, try setting and communicating expectations. And to better optimize your development, try blocking out time for actual learning.