Information Overload - Surplus of Data, Deficit of Time
Get ready to dive into the world of data madness and time crunches at our event - it's all about navigating the overload!
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About this event
Learn to manage data chaos effectively and regain control of your time.
Overview
In a digital age where data arrives faster than we can process it, Information Overload – Surplus of Data, Deficit of Time delivers a timely response. This online course offers a smart, strategic look at how information saturation impacts our ability to focus, think clearly, and make sound decisions. It's not just about the volume of data — it’s about how we react to it, and what we do when our inboxes and brains are both full to the brim.
You’ll explore why the modern brain is over-stimulated, how digital fatigue creeps in unnoticed, and most importantly, what to do about it. With a sharp mix of psychological insight and time-focused strategies, this course helps learners slow the noise without pulling the plug. Designed for those who live online — whether in spreadsheets, emails, or endless tabs — the content encourages better boundaries and smarter consumption, without preaching digital minimalism.
Learning Outcomes
- Recognise signs of cognitive fatigue caused by data overload
- Learn techniques to manage and filter constant digital input
- Apply smarter strategies to focus attention and improve decision-making
- Understand the psychological effects of excess digital information
- Build systems to improve digital time management and prioritisation
- Improve clarity by identifying and reducing information distractions
Who is this Course For
- Professionals constantly switching between multiple data sources
- Managers looking to improve mental clarity and focus
- Digital workers overwhelmed by emails, dashboards and deadlines
- Students needing structure to manage academic digital input
- Remote workers feeling burnt out by constant online exposure
- Freelancers dealing with scattered streams of information daily
- Creatives drowning in reference material, inspiration and research
- Analysts trying to extract value from massive datasets efficiently
Career Path
- Digital Project Manager – Average £45,000 per year
- Information Architect – Average £52,000 per year
- UX Researcher – Average £50,000 per year
- Content Strategist – Average £42,000 per year
- Data Analyst – Average £38,000 per year
- Digital Marketing Executive – Average £36,000 per year
Frequently asked questions
Information overload happens when you receive more data than you can process, making it hard to focus or make decisions.
With constant emails, notifications, and online content, our brains struggle to filter what’s important, leading to stress and reduced productivity.
Everyone—from students to professionals—can be affected, especially those who rely heavily on digital tools and media.
Begin by setting limits on screen time, using filters or tools to organize information, and focusing on one task at a time.