{"id":1323,"date":"2020-10-03T20:06:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-03T20:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nickiong.com\/wp\/?p=1323"},"modified":"2022-01-23T02:59:11","modified_gmt":"2022-01-23T02:59:11","slug":"4-tips-for-procrastinators-how-to-stop-doing-everything-at-the-last-second","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nickiong.com\/wp\/blog\/2020\/10\/03\/4-tips-for-procrastinators-how-to-stop-doing-everything-at-the-last-second\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Tips for Procrastinators: How to Stop Doing Everything At the Last Second"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

I\u2019m a procrastinator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There, I said it. Can you admit it, too?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are plenty of us out there and important \u2013 like many things in life \u2013 to take the first step and admit you have a problem. Now that you\u2019ve done that, it\u2019s time to take the steps to fix it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The problem with procrastination is, of course, that it has so many side effects. Not only will waiting until the last minute cause you unnecessary stress, but it could also cause lateness, lack of a good product (if we\u2019re talking about a work deadline), stress for others, and so on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If procrastination is in your nature, it\u2019s going to be difficult to get rid of it altogether. However, there are strategies you can use to help ease the pain \u2013 and the symptoms \u2013 of procrastination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Give yourself extra time.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It seems like a no-brainer, but this is an important one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether it\u2019s a work deadline or simply getting ready in the morning, give yourself extra time so don\u2019t run late thanks to procrastination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A good example would be that if I know it takes me two weeks to do a project, I\u2019ll tell my client that it\u2019s going to take two and a half weeks. That way, I\u2019m not scrambling at the last second and delivering a product that isn\u2019t up to my standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Use your lists.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve talked a lot about list making in the past (mostly because I have a true love for them), but also because they work<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

List making is great way to break up a larger project or to-do item into smaller pieces, which can be difficult for procrastinators. (Often knowing something big is looming creates more of a chance to keep putting it off.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bonus? Checking items off your to-do list will feel great!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Mix up the good and bad.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another reason procrastination can occur is because you simply don\u2019t have the energy or desire to do something. That\u2019s ok\u2026but it still needs to get done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A strategy for this is to mix up the things you want<\/em> to do with the things you have<\/em> to do. For example, when it comes to something like cleaning, break up the tasks you like by going back and forth between the good and the bad for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Find the right circle(s).<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hanging out with other procrastinators will never<\/em> help you get past your last minute habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try to find \u2013 and be inspired \u2013 by those in your circle who are the types to get things done on time or even early. Get motivated by the fact that it\u2019s possible!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are your tips and tricks to stop procrastinating?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\n \n <\/div>\n By Nicki Ong<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n