Chronically Automated - Episode #5 Burn Your To-Do List: The Truth About Productivity

In this episode of Chronically Automated, Anthony Lobosco and I unpack the real cost of distractions and why multitasking is a myth. Research shows it takes 15 minutes to refocus after a distraction, and that’s time most of us don’t have to waste.

We break down the difference between uncontrollable distractions (like kids and pets) and the ones you can eliminate (like phone alerts and bad time blocking). I talk about how I still struggle with bouncing between tasks thanks to ADHD, and why noise-canceling headphones and automation systems have become mission-critical for my workflow.

Anthony brings his perspective on navigating productivity with neurological challenges, and we both agree: It’s not about doing more. It’s about doing the right things with clarity and focus.

If you’re stuck in the loop of multitasking and burnout, this episode is your roadmap to a simpler, more productive work style.