2 minutes read | OfficeTales by PropRetruns
Hi there,
If you find yourself swapping important tasks for trivial ones at work, you're not alone.
Workplace procrastination is a common issue, with an estimated one in every five workers admitting to regularly delaying tasks (Source: quidlo.com).
Here are some telltale signs of workplace procrastination:
š Checking personal email or social media
š Working on low-priority tasks
š Putting off difficult tasks
š Chatting with co-workers
š Taking lengthy breaks
But fear not! There are actionable steps you can take to overcome procrastination, starting with (Tips towards the end):
Step 1: Acceptance
No, we arenāt trying to be your therapists. But, accepting the existence of a problem is the first step towards solving it; in the business world too.Ā
Step 2: Asking Questions
The next step is to think about why you're procrastinating.Ā
š Are you overwhelmed by the task?Ā
š Are you disorganized and just don't wanna get started?Ā
š Or are you a perfectionist and don't think you have enough knowledge or skills to begin.
These are just some of the cases. Yours might differ. Try to be open and honest about finding the cause behind your procrastination.Ā
Break time:Ā
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Step 3: Think of solutions
Once you identify the problem, the next step is not to dwell on it, but to find a solution.Ā
For example, if you feel overwhelmed by your tasks, you can break them into smaller tasks to get started. If you're procrastinating because of disorganization, take time to prioritize your to-do list and then focus on one task at a time. Or if you're procrastinating because of perfectionism, ask yourself how perfect the work actually has to be. If you're not motivated to get started, think about all of the unpleasant consequences of not completing this task.Ā
Step 4: Reward yourself
After finishing a tough task on time, give yourself a treat like cake or coffee from your favorite spot, or whatever makes you happy. And don't forget to feel good about getting it done!
6 actionable tips to minimize procrastination:
Commit to the task. Focus on doing, not avoiding. Write down the tasks that you need to complete, and specify a time for doing them.
Act as you go. Tackle tasks as soon as they arise, rather than letting them build up over another day.
Ask someone to check up on you. People or apps, anything that works for you.
Rephrase your internal dialog. Saying, "I choose to," implies that you own a project, and can make you feel more in control of your workload.
Minimize distractions.
Aim to āeat an elephant beetleā first thing, every day! Get those least pleasant tasks out of the way early and get rest of the day to concentrate on work that you enjoy.Ā
Reminder:Ā
Donāt procrastinate over solving procrastination. Dedicate just 30 minutes today to align yourself. Better productivity awaits you š
On a lighter note:Ā
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Have a great day!
Team PropReturns