Thursday, May 31, 2012

E-Tip #388: 5 Quick Tips to Help Stop Procrastinating


Fact: It is human nature to procrastinate on certain projects that are difficult to complete; however, the initial step of getting a project started is often the most difficult part of the process. To help overcome your procrastination, we put together 5 quick tips to help you get the job done.


5 Quick Tips To Help You Stop Procrastinating:



Tip #1: Get Yourself Organized - Organize your thoughts, create the necessary steps or files to start, and complete your project. This will also help you put each step in order - a process that will facilitate the completion of the project.


Tip #2: Set Up A Timetable - Create a timetable and post it in your office, so you can see what you have to get accomplished by a particular time. This will also serve as constant reminder of your goals. Reviewing your timetable at a meeting with others or on a regular basis by yourself will also help you focus on hitting certain benchmarks as well as flush out potential bottlenecks.


Tip #3: Overcome Your Fear Of Starting - Realize you were given a certain project, because someone knew you could handle it. To help reduce and/or eliminate any fears, think about how you accomplished other difficult projects.


Tip #4: Give Yourself A Reward - Tell yourself that you will take a coffee break or have a snack when you get a few areas of the project completed. This will keep you motivated, and do not forget to get in that extra workout, too - it is a great way to relieve stress.


Tip #5: Just Do It - Think about the finished project and how good you will feel when it is completed. This can give you the motivation to get started.


Executive Summary: Staying focused on these 5 tips will help you complete a difficult project. Planning out the process will help you stay organized and keep you on track. It will also help overcome the most difficult part of the process - getting started. While working on a project, it is important to think about the rewards and sense of accomplishment you will have when the job is completed.


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