Increasing Brain Power

"If the mind is really the most beautiful computer, there are a lot
of people who need to be restarted. "

- Bryce's Law

INTRODUCTION

In the world of writing, there is something called "Writer's Block", where the author
hesitates about his work and is easily distracted. I hope he wins
the problem and for his task. To this end he has to eliminate
Distractions and his brain, the topic at hand. The same is truetrue
go to everyone, be it a carpenter, an engineer or a programmer. The more we
may involve the brain, the more we can produce. The challenge will be
how to optimize the use of our brain. With the power of the brain do not speak to a
Measurement of IQ, but a pledge that God has given us.

LEVELS

I can not be a psychologist, but it's been my observation as a management
Consultants that there are essentially three levels through which ourThe brain works:

LEVEL 1 - PRIMAL

This is our basic instinct and reflexes as we Fault
Life (I call this "autopilot" mode). For example, we can develop a morning
Regime in which we wake up and prepare for the job. At this level we
in our communication. Instead, we just want to be the news, brush
teeth, get dressed and go to work. Even at the end of the day, we
slow activity as we prepareSleep. In other words, we develop
predictable routines to go through each day without much thought. L '
Brain is busy but far from our maximum capacity. In fact, we take in more
that we've been. This is where we want to be entertained and informed.

LEVEL 2 - Moderate

This level represents a level of input and output. The brain is either
Acceleration (at the beginning of the workday) or deceleration (at the end
of the working day). Onthis level, we have no problems to follow the instructions and
produce a medium amount of work, often mundane tasks or routine
simply the time of the day. We are also easily distracted. In the normal
day of work, level 2 usually occurs from 9.00 to 10.00 clock (such as work
The day starts), from 12.00 to 13.00 clock (after lunch) and from 16.00 to 05.00 clock (as
we are going to wind up the day job).

LEVEL 3 - Accelerated

This level is highPerformance, where we can focus
and tended to do our job better. Here is the brain fully engaged, and our
Output exceeds input as we concentrate on our work. In
normal working day, Level 3 typically occurs between 10.00 bis 12.00 clock
and from 13.00 to 16.00 clock.

Average working

Let us now consider how to use and during the average workday
, Consider how much is used at various levels. First, we divide the
Dayinto three bands of equal eight hours of sleep, work and personal time.

REST - 8 hours

During this time, the brain is not very busy, as well as expected
Body functions.

WORK - 8 hours

Based on studies we conducted on time management, we
find most people in corporate offices will come into effect about 70%,
Importance in an eight-hour day, you are spending about six hours
positions of direct and indirect two hoursactivities (time that
doesn't contribute directly to their assignments; e.g., breaks, meetings,
taking instruction or direction, etc.)

PERSONAL TIME - 8 HOURS

This represents time where we perform pet projects and hobbies,
pay the bills, run errands, attend a function (such as a meeting),
relaxation, awake, prepare for sleep, etc. During this time we
typically spend two hours of concentrated work, and six hours of
indirect activities.

SHIFTING GEAR

This means, in a typical working day, we only have eight hours of time to effectively exercise
the brain (level 2 and 3). But from the perspective of a manager, we are primarily
do with six hours of work. During this period the people
spend about three hours of operation at level 2 and three hours to
Level 3 This relationship between the levels 2 and 3 will vary depending on how well
the worker is able to involve the brain. Some people are able to engagetheir
Brain at level 3 for several hours, some for only an hour, and some did not.

At this point we have to recognize that thought is hard work. Although the level 3
is where we want employees to play, we must recognize that no
be running high for a long period of time. The brain grows tired
Moderates itself, the transition from Level 3 to Level 2 or Level 1

We also have the "mad cow" phenomenon carefully, and we fall
theThe boredom of repetitive behavior and, as such, our progress brain
Level last 2 Therefore, the repetition often leads to laziness.

"He who joyfully marches to music troop has already earned my contempt. He
given a large brain by mistake, since for him the spinal cord would suffice. "

- Albert Einstein

SOME RECOMMENDATIONS

And 'the objective of managers, employees and keep the level 3, provided
as a practice, soProduction of working better and more complete. This
the operator should minimize distractions, maximize the tension and focus
to work (concentration). To this end, the Manager, the following points:

* The use of stimulants

No, I'm not saying that the use of drugs in the workplace, unless
good strong cup of coffee (the rocket fuel of Industry). However, we want to
create an environment that appeals to human senses,mainly visual,
Sound, touch, smell, too. For example, a well-lit room and painted in bright colors
stimulates the human senses than a dark, dull, dull room. A
Paintings and furniture can add a touch of class and emphasize the mood
office. A quiet office, perhaps with some background of the case
Music can help people at the center of the room too noisy and boisterous.
Ergonomic design for office equipment, apositive impact on the number of
Behavior. But imagine caution, not too much comfort, as it might make people
to sleep. to illustrate, I have no way of forcing an issue with hard chairs, people
to sit and watch.

Encourage mental gymnastics during the day. Maybe some friendly discussion
or solving a problem. It has long been known to crossword puzzle
Chess and the like to stimulate the human brain. Simple,Basic Search
Friendliness can do wonders in terms of stimulating the mind.

Consider the room temperature, if too hot or too cold is distracting.
But keep the room cool to warm, as the forces to stay awake. Even
consider the amount of available oxygen, which stimulates the brain.

Another area to check is the diet. Making the workers are safe to eat the right
The foods in the right quantities. large plates of people tend to sleepimmediately
later.

basic exercises can also increase the physical and mental sharpness. Many
The companies offering services in-house for these programs.

These are intended, the staff does not break at all bad. There is one for the worker
Occasion of his work, and back with a clear mind
to concentrate better. Of course there are employees who abuse this
Privilege and therefore the managers to constantly monitor '
The use ofBreaks.

Ultimately, the corporate culture has a profound effect on the stimulation
workers. If the right environment is established, you can lethargic
Workers' motor and Shack. "

* Motivate

E 'for the operator to encourage employees to make a challenge must
and work harder. To this end, the Manager, the role of industry
Psychologist to understand what makes people tick, which means
motivateto overcome them. This can be as simple praise, rewards can be done and
Recognition. It can also be achieved by constructive criticism. I have seen
Cases in which a cheerleader approach and a tough approach overseer
have a positive effect worked. Some people respond to praise, others react
better if their integrity is questioned. Here, the manager, intuitive
Knowing where and when you press the buttons to the right of its workers.

The operator mustable to create a sense of urgency, regardless of
The task at hand. This can be done with either carrot or stick, depending on the situation.
The employee must understand their work is important and adds value to their lives.
If they feel that their work is irrelevant, so their self-esteem and suffer
will put forth a little effort to get something. One possibility is the application of this
to allow workers and make them personally accountable for their
Shares andenable them to participate in decision making. With
a sense of belonging, then the responsibility of the workers (and active)
in their efforts to work.

* Avoiding duplication

As mentioned above, can cause the brain to relax repetition. For this reason
The manager must consider how the outcome of the monotony and the cause
Align employee. Breaks can break the boredom, perhaps with some quick
Movement thrown on the PlannedPauses are effective, but may also address
the problem of repetition, such as work breaks for employees expected. On the contrary,
unplanned outages often have a better effect because it interferes with the expectations of employees. Think
like a game of "Musical Chairs".

Sometimes a simple change of scenery can help break the repetition. Instead,
The meeting at the same point again and again, try a different physical
Venue to alert workers' interests.

*Health

No matter how logically we think we are, the brain is a physical organ
strongly influenced by human health. If we are sick or in difficulty (perhaps because
the death of a loved one, a divorce in progress, financial problems, etc.)
is difficult to focus on our work. The manager should monitor workers
mental / physical health and take corrective action. For example, if someone
sick, get a doctor so they can begin to repair andproductive
again. Moreover, the last thing that you need someone to infect the rest
Your dependent diseases (such as colds, flu, etc.).

The manager should also look for workers in sleep deprivation and advice
appropriately. A tired worker does not engage his brain properly. In addition,
could have flights to the signs of drug use and depression that may have adverse effects
on their work.

* Minimize distractions

One of the managersThe responsibility is to monitor the environment
workers to minimize distractions and create a favorable environment
to focus on their work assignments. To help with this, what a project
management system is useful for recording both the direct and indirect activities. With
In this case, the operator can analyze the cause of distraction for employees, Land
Trends and take appropriate measures to minimize interference. For example,
If an operator identifies excessive usethe phone, you may develop a policy
to stop the abuse. You can even go to the point of all outgoing calls on hold.

The point is that managers should continuously monitor, analyze and
Interruptions and distractions to allow workers to focus their
Work.

* Avoid Technology

A recent study by King's College London for Hewlett
Packard, serving the effect of technology study
the power of workers. AfterDr. Glenn Wilson, author of the study:

"The results clearly showed that the technological distraction reduced performance IQ test
(Fall reached average values of 143.38 to 132.75 in calm conditions
"Lute" condition). "

"The effects of distraction was higher for men (from 145.50 to 127) than women
(141.25 to 138.50). Putting it another way, men were more than calm conditions,
Were superior to women in the distraction condition.This is consistent with the idea that women
are better than men "multi-tasking."

"Terms of noise caused a significant increase in self-reported stress. Ratings on a scale of 0-10
stress experienced during the "test increases from 2.75 to 5.5 for men and 4.75 to 6.75
for females. Note that, in addition to testing the main effect of the conditions shown, women
higher loads than men overall. "

In short, Wilson says study that excessive use ofTechnology can
a negative effect on the power of a person's brain. This is a bit 'unsettling
how technology now permeates our society. For example, during a trip to
airports recently, I noted, most of my traveling companions "tuned out"
Technology. The lion's share of travelers now use the active iPod, PDA,
Cell phones, DVD and CD players and laptop computers. It seems less and less
Read a book or travel inTalk more. In other words, most
Travelers are now at a level 2 operation.

If Wilson is correct, and I think he is, managers should take note
These negative effects of technology and discourage the use of such devices
particularly in the interval, and incentives for more people to people contacts
instead. The technology has its place, but I think we have a strong tendency to
on them. For example, using a calculator allows you to automatic brainrelax
while the machine is running the math. Too often I've seen people reach for a
Calculator to work, a simple calculation as opposed to run it with
Paper and pencil. I just do not want to engage their brains. I also
Technical services have seen all stopped when the power
Losses brought from their computers. I really do not have the skills, their
Work? Not really turned his thoughts were simplytechnology.

CONCLUSION

The human brain makes us different from the rest of God's creatures It is
sad if we do not use it to its full potential. As the brain moves
between the levels 1-2-3 is something that we ourselves control. We can
To choose to be involved and strive to reach, or not to engage and
lazy and complacent. It can also be committed by circumstances
and others are influenced by what our friends, relatives, colleagues and
Manager.

As a manager of his team's brain power is analogous to manipulate
a mechanic tuning a car. He is simply trying to
most out of it. Hopefully we can work on something the mechanic
with, if there will be decommissioned.

"The more the brain, the brain has to serve."

- George Dorsey

For more information on time, with the following
"Pride" Reports special collection:

No. 18 - Being"Effective" with the project schedule - April 4, 2005

http://www.phmainstreet.com/mba/ss050404.pdf

No. 17 - In the mystery of the Treasury - March 28, 2005

http://www.phmainstreet.com/mba/ss050328.pdf