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How to procrastinate proudly (and focus at will) π
18 game-changing productivity strategies π
Procrastination is not a weakness
It's a sign that your systems need an upgrade:
Here's a list of essential tools to help:
1) Follow the Domino Effect
β Order your tasks so that one paves way for the next.
2) 1-3-5 Method
β Plan 1 big task, 3 medium tasks, and 5 small tasks.
3) Eisenhower Matrix
β Prioritize tasks based on their urgency and importance.
β Plan: Do it now, Delay, Delegate, or Delete.
4) ABCDE
β Prioritize your tasks into five categories, from most important (A) to least important (E).
5) 80/20 Rule (Pareto Principle)
β Focus on the 20% of tasks that yield 80% of the results.
6) Time Blocking
β Schedule a set block of time for each planned activity.
7) Task Batching
β Group similar tasks together.
8) Kanban boards
β Create 3 boards: 'To Do' > 'In Progress' > 'Done'.
β Move tasks from one board to the next.
YES, this is a comprehensive list.
Think of them like tools.
Save them in your toolbox for the right time.
9) 3-3-3 Rule
β Every day do 3 hours of deep work, 3 smaller tasks, and 3 maintenance activities.
10) 2 day rule
β Donβt miss 2 days in a row without taking action.
11) Pomodoro Technique
β Work for 25-minute with 5-minute breaks in between.
β Do this 4x, then take a longer break.
12) Use Airplane and Silent modes
β Cut out alerts and notifications.
13) 2 minute rule
β If it takes less than 2 minutes, do it now.
14) 5 Second Rule
β Count backwards from five then start immediately.
15) Avoid Multitasking
β Attention residue steals your focus.
16) OHIO rule
β Only Handle It Once
17) Seesaw System
β Balance high-intensity tasks with low-stress activities
18) Shutdown Ritual
β Conclude your workday with a consistent routine to signal the end of work and begin rest.
Try these and find what works for you!
Credits: Dr. Miro Bada