The Multitasking Tool- How to Talk/Listen and Write at the Same Time
Sep 7, 2026 · 33 min · 8 segments
One of the biggest concerns I hear from Academy students is, **"How am I ever going to talk, write, listen, think, and build the picture all at the same time?"** The answer may surprise you. Great…
One of the biggest concerns I hear from Academy students is, **"How am I ever going to talk, write, listen, think, and build the picture all at the same time?"** The answer may surprise you. Great air traffic controllers don't start by mastering everything at once. They master one skill at a time until those individual skills become automatic. As each tool requires less mental effort, they gain the capacity to add another. That's how true multitasking is built. In this episode, we'll explore why feeling overwhelmed is a normal part of learning, how multitasking develops throughout the Four Levels of an ATC career, and practical techniques you can use to build this essential tool. ***FOR HELP:*** **To set up a FREE call:** sidebysideatc.com/scheduler/free-consult **Pre-Academy** If you are heading to the Academy in the next few months, I put together a structured 90-day preparation blueprint that walks you through exactly what to focus on each month before you go. It's designed to help reduce shock and build confidence before day one. You can download it at: sidebysideatc.com/page/blueprint . I also have a video where I explain the different things that are on the enroute Non-Radar Map. You can get that video at: sidebysideatc.com/page/map-video . **Mentorship Program** For information about my mentorship program : https://sidebysideatc.com/page/mentorship **Already at the Academy** If you are already in the enroute radar portion of the Academy and feeling a little behind or lost, I have a 72-Hour Radar Recovery Plan that will help you get past those feelings and start building confidence. You can download that at : sidebysideatc.com/page/72-hourplan . If you are interested in my **Coaching Programs**, you can get information at : sidebysideatc.com/page/non-radar-lab-program sidebysideatc.com/page/radar-lab-program sidebysideatc.com/page/complete-lab-program or sidebysideatc.com/page/radar-recovery if you are needing help with the beginning of enroute radar. **Questions** You can email me questions, or comments, at: [tomhanes@sidebysideatc.com](mailto:tomhanes@sidebysideatc.com) .
One of the biggest concerns I hear from Academy students is, **"How am I ever going to talk, write, listen, think, and build the picture all at the same time?"** The answer may surprise you. Great…
