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The Science of When to Make Your Next Move
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Research has shown that the time of day can have an impact on cognitive abilities and performance, and that our energy levels follow a pattern of peak-trough-recovery. Productivity expert Daniel H. Pink urges individuals and organizations to be more strategic when making "when" decisions, such as scheduling meetings, and take this pattern into account.
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We tend to move through the day in three stages- a peak, trough, and recovery.
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Summary
We tend to move through the day in three stages- a peak, trough, and recovery. Our cognitive abilities change throughout the day and can change dramatically, so how we perform depends on what we're doing.
ChapterThe Science of When to Make Your Next Move
Episode#305: Daniel Pink — How to Make Better Decisions and Be More Creative
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Making decisions about when to do tasks can impact cognitive abilities and productivity.
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Making decisions about when to do tasks can impact cognitive abilities and productivity. Strategic planning based on peak, trough, and recovery periods can optimize performance and mood for different types of work.