Spread yourself too thin

Pro Tip 1/3

Time Management

Refers to poor time management by trying to do too many things, which affects performance.

I was spreading myself too thin managing three projects, and my work quality declined.

Pro Tip 2/3

Negative Implication

The phrase implies a negative outcome and emphasizes the inability to focus properly.

Since you've started volunteering on weekends, you're spreading yourself too thin and making more errors at work.

Pro Tip 3/3

Personal Limit

It highlights a person's limit and suggests they're exceeding their capacity.

You're planning to learn four languages this year? Careful not to spread yourself too thin.