Flexible focus better than relentless focus

Summary

• We need both to be able to focus on one thing as well as to be able to explore new ideas.

Details

• Ochin Vartanian analysed nobel prize winners and other scientists adn concluded that flexible focus distinguishes them: “Specifically, the problemsolving behavior of eminent scientists can alternate between extraordinary levels of focus on specific concepts and playful exploration of ideas. This suggests that successful problem solving may be a function of flexible strategy application in relation to task demands.” (Vartanian 2009, 57)

References

• How to Take Smart Notes - One Simple Technique to Boost Writing Learning and Thinking - Sonke Ahrens

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