2.10.7       Delaying the completion of a task (procrastination)
 

• Unproductive procrastination.
  • Most frequently, unproductive procrastination is as follows:
    • Procrastination as a result of perfectionism.
    • Procrastination as a result of bore.
    • Procrastination as a result of hatred.
    • Procrastination as a result of "deadline frustration"
• Productive procrastination.
  • Procrastination is productive in the following cases:
    • When a low-priority task is delayed because of a higher priority task.
    • When being excited (or emotionally unproductive).
    • When you lack skills or information to perform the task.
    • When your physical or mental condition prevents you from doing productive work.
• Combating procrastination
• Plan on a daily, weekly, monthly basis. Use a system of planning.
• Determine a deadline for each task.
• Use your productive time in your interests.
• Start with most unpleasant jobs.
• Perform some exercises at your desk to fight tiredness.
• Train your ability to concentrate.