ALT The one exception to this is online brainstorming. Groups brainstorming electronically, when properly managed, not only do better than individuals, research shows; the larger the group, the better it performs. The same is true of academic research—professors who work together electronically, from different physical locations, tend to produce research that is more influential than those either working alone or collaborating face-to-face.

ALT Burnout levels are high in emergency medicine, and are higher due to the pandemic. Medical trainees often feel a lack of control over the many challenging situations that lead to burnout and lower professional fulfillment. Using design thinking and compassion, we will offer several strategies for trainees to understand their circle of influence and how they can be more effective and efficient with the scarcity of time that they have.