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1. Time Management

2. “The ability to use one's time effectively or productively, especially at work is called Time Management ” Definition

3. How you THINK and feel about yourself largely determines the quality of your life Your self-esteem is largely determined by the way you use your life and time in developing your full potential The Law of Control. It says that, We feel good about ourself to the degree to which we feel we are in control of our own life (internal locus of control) We feel negative about ourself to the degree to which we feel that we are not in control of our own life or work (external locus of control) To perform at our best, we must have a strong feeling of control in our professional and personal life Psychology of Time Management

4. Thoughts and Feelings Each person has a self-concept, that regulates behavior in every area of life People with high self-concept see themselves and think about themselves as being well organized and productive Beliefs become Realities Whatever your belief, if you think of yourself as an excellent Time Manager, you will naturally do those things with that belief If you believe that you are disorganized person, those habits become automatic behavior If you do not change your beliefs about your personal levels of effectiveness and efficiency, your ability to manage time will not change Psychology of Time Management

5. Make a Decision Make a decision to develop a specific time management habit (ex: being early to meeting) Every change comes about when we make a clear decision to do something differently Making decision to become an excellent time manager is the first major step Program your Mind (1 st ) Change your inner dialogue 95% of emotions and eventual actions are determined by the way we talk to ourself most of the time. Affirm over and over that “I am an excellent Time Manager” or “I am organized”. Whenever you say that, your subconscious accepts these words as commands and begins to motivate, drive towards reaching it Psychology of Time Management

6. Program your Mind ( Contd ) (2 nd ) Visualize as you want to be See yourself as organized, efficient, and in control of life. The person you “see” on the inside is the person you will “be” on the outside Create a picture of yourself as calm, confident, highly efficient, more relaxed, and able to complete large amounts of work in short period of time (3 rd ) Act “As If” Think yourself as being well organized in everything you do. Even if you do not think, you “pretend” that you already are good time manger, these actions will generate a feeling of personal efficiency You can actually change your actions, habits and behavior when you “fake it until you make it” Psychology of Time Management

7. Imagine a bank that credits your account each morning with Rs. 86,400. But, since it doesn’t carry over a balance from one day to the next, any money you fail to spend today will be deleted from your account. What would you do? You’d probably draw out every penny, every single day, before closing time. And—if you’re smart—you’d invest some of it for your tomorrows. Each of us has a bank very much like this imaginary one. It’s called TIME. Every morning it credits you with 86,400 seconds. Every night it writes off, as lost, whatever seconds you’ve failed to use to your advantage. It carries no balance. It permits no overdrafts. If you fail to make full use of the day’s deposit, you lose what you don’t use. Each of us has the same number of seconds to use as we think best, but we don’t all use them to best advantage and we don’t all invest them wisely. The clock is ticking. Don’t let those precious seconds slip away. Something to Think….

8. Read the following list, then choose five words that you feel ‘best’ apply to time. Know your Time Management Style spent opportunity exhausting busy mountainous valley-like energetic jammed white lively hollow handy relentless available restless blank friendly unclaimed ready effective tense empty bumpy exciting

9. If you have selected: valley-like, white, hollow, available, unclaimed, ready, blank or empty - You view time as something to be filled. One on hand while this can be positive, on the other, you may be too passive about time, allowing others to dictate you If you have selected: spent, exhausting, mountainous, jammed, relentless, restless, tense or bumpy You view time as Enemy and it is dangerous It can mean that you are presently overstressed by environment and responsibilities If you have selected: opportunity, busy, energetic, lively, handy, friendly, effective, exciting You take charge of time, who reshapes it to fit your goals If no category is selected, you probably have mixed feelings about time. Know your Time Management Style

10. Make a list of items and activities that you confront on a daily or near-daily basis. Assign each a numerical value from 1 to 5, with 1 representing an item over which you have no control and 5 an item over which you have complete control. For example, you have complete control over how you respond to the ringing of your alarm clock in the morning. You also have at least some control over whether or not you answer the telephone when it rings – more control, perhaps, at home than in the office. You may have absolutely no control of morning traffic, but you do have control over your reaction to it. Begin by attempting to take more control of items you currently value as 4’s – that is, not quite complete control, but almost. As you master these, begin with the 3’s. And once a month, for the next six months, update your list and your valuations, reevaluating the level of control you’re actually able to exert over each item. As you become more conscious of both the need to take control and your power to exercise control, you should begin to see a steady improvement in your “control ratings.” Something to Think - Taking Control

11. 1. Time Management Is Just Another Label for Obsessive Behavior A mild obsessive-compulsive behavior can be seized via 6 R’s: R aise the behavior to full consciousness. R ecognize that it produces more stress than results. R esolve to try to let go of the habit, since it’s clearly counterproductive. R ealize that if you let it go, it will not be the end of the world. R eplace it with a behavior that is less stressful but at least as effective as what it supplanted. R epeat the new pattern until it becomes neutral, relaxing, and accepted. Myths of Time Management

12. 1. Time Management Is Just Another Label for Obsessive Behavior Type A and Type M Behaviors One should strive to replace as many Type A traits with Type M ones Myths of Time Management Type A Type M Unreasonable schedules Reasonable schedules Unreasonable goals Reasonable goals Cramming behavior Long-range planning Aggressive, hostile Relaxed, understanding Mostly acquaintances True friends Frequently ill Mostly healthy Rarely get things done Get things done

13. 2. Time Management puts off Spontaneity and Joy Time-managed people set aside blocks of time for life’s pleasures It is the poorly time-managed people who lose the fun in life because of disorganization, stress, unclear priorities Myths of Time Management Something to Think - Karoshi In Japanese, this term means “death by overwork,” a syndrome that purportedly claims at least 75-100 lives a year in Japan. Studies indicate that of the 8,760 hours in a year, karoshi victims worked in excess of 3,000 hours during the year prior to their death. As a service to their employees, one Japanese company even provided actors who would visit the aging parents of overworked adult children too busy working to visit their parents themselves. Though few of us should fear karoshi, we should be especially careful not to allow overwork to drain energy and meaning from our lives.

14. 2. Time Management puts off Spontaneity and Joy We are most productive when, we enjoy what we’re doing we have confidence in our abilities to do the job well we can react spontaneously to unexpected opportunities we are not distracted by thought that we should be doing something else. Good Time Management should include finding time to pursue work-related goals, the ones that bring satisfaction and stimulating activities Myths of Time Management

15. 3. I Can Organize Myself, but My Company Can Never Organize Itself Since we see the company from within, every flaw is magnified and clearly defined It is possible to find ways to minimize certain kinds of disorganization that affect us. The key to managing with the dysfunction, is to take control At times, people fear failure or feel that accepting more responsibility will make situation worse. Studies show that, the more the control a person has over his roles & responsibilities, the more satisfying that person’s job & life become Myths of Time Management

16. 3. I Can Organize Myself, but My Company Can Never Organize Itself Ways of achieving control over work environment, By exerting some control over the process, you can perhaps create a better situation If you have problems with constant interruptions during your workday, ask permission to work more flexible hours Arrange to travel more on business. Much useful work can be done on travel or in a hotel room, without the distractions usually associated with office (not recommended for those who feel travel is stressful) Make individual arrangements for the best ways to communicate with your co-workers. For instance, ask your co-workers to provide one hour a day in which they won’t telephone or walk into your office, except in a emergency. If people constantly misplace documents, be sure to make a backup copy If there is problem related to people not meeting deadlines, consider dividing the work into smaller pieces with smaller deadlines for each piece. Myths of Time Management

17. 4. One Style Fits All Your goal should be to arrive at a time management style that suits ‘you’. You should feel comfortable about tailoring your time management style to your needs Time management is deeply embedded in culture Some companies are more casual, less hierarchical culture, some depend on R & D – nonlinear ways of thinking Key is to adjust to another culture’s style, to help each adapt, find strength, remain open to borrowing from others Believing that only one style fits all is self-defeating Myths of Time Management

18. Hierarchical Needs According to Maslow, there are 3 needs Basic needs Psychological needs Self-fulfillment needs Principles of Time Management Maslow’s Pyramid

19. Prioritize basic needs before anything else, ignoring these may impact meeting other upper-tier needs If Psychological needs are not met, you may find difficult to cope with demanding work environment Life is about more than just self-actualization All needs must be balanced Principles of Time Management Maslow’s Pyramid

20. Effectiveness vs. Efficiency Myth – Most of them believe they are productive just because they complete many tasks Though it’s a good thing, but it is not beneficial if what you are doing is not important (doing a lot of it, adding little value to your life) Effectiveness – completing two or three important tasks before other secondary tasks (productive) Efficiency mindset – willingness to work and complete more tasks even at the cost of worn-out Effective mindset – wants you to relax and regain energy before continuing with your work Efficiency might lead to stress and burnout, effectiveness promotes productivity Principles of Time Management

21. It’s not just Work, Work and Work! Recognize that your time management efforts should not be limited to work but other critical needs must be met Your personal time is just as important as your professional time, so effective time management should be considered Spending quality time with friends and family can be beneficial in a demanding economy forcing us to work to live comfortably Time management is critical – employees benefit from meeting deadlines, increasing profits, working in pleasant environment with little stress Mastering time management ability necessitates scheduling everything, including your personal time Principles of Time Management

22. Goal Setting Principles Clarity A clear goal is one that you should see achieving. Setting ambiguous goals is not recommended Challenge It is crucial to make sure the set goal is challenging. Its no good to set easy-to-achieve goals Challenging goals will bring sense of accomplishment Commitment Show concern about what you are doing, display emotional commitment to what you are doing Some level of dedication is required to overcome the challenging goals that are set Importance of Setting Goals

23. Goal Setting Principles Feedback Feedback on set goals will give some insight to understand what works and what doesn’t It allows to refinement of the goals and ensures focus Task Complexity Its tricky to make sure that the goal is less challenging and attainable It involves breaking down the bigger goal into smaller manageable goals Avoid discouraging yourself in the process of trying to achieve your goals Breaking down complex tasks is highly recommended, advantage gained is, a feel that the tasks are less complex than before Importance of Setting Goals

24. SMART – an acronym used to describe the aspects Setting SMART Goals

25. SPECIFIC Goal should be specific, clear-cut about what you want to achieve Specific goals will motivate to find ideal ways of achieving them You should be in a position to point out clearly what you expect to achieve Setting SMART Goals

26. MEASURABLE Depending on your efforts toward your goal, it should be possible to track progress Through regular assessments you can determine your movement in right direction Tracking also provides feedback so you are aware of tactics that work and those don’t Setting SMART Goals

27. ACHIEVABLE Goals must be within you reach and should be practical (business or real life) You cannot set goals that demand a lot from an enterprise when there is lack of resources Goals must be reasonable enough Setting SMART Goals

28. RELEVANT This aspect relates to ensuring that your goals matter to you They should reflect what you really want to achieve You cannot set personal goals that do not reflect who you are Make sure that your goals are realistic and relevant Setting SMART Goals

29. TIME-BOUND You need to have defined timeframe for achieving goals Timely goals will guarantee that you prioritize goals accordingly More urgent matters need to be attended first and others to scheduled for appropriate time Setting SMART Goals

30. A reason to start the day with positivity Having a goal to strive for will be the reason to get up early (without alarm) – mind has been programmed to work and strive to achieve goals It is critical to discover why you work in the first place, the worst thing – you can end up in a rut where its always working for the sake of it There is no motivation, results in depression and health issues – reconsider! Benefits of Setting Goals

31. Get Rid of Distractions Life without goals will lead to many distractions and usually confused Trait of successful people – always have a goal to keep them focused Though sometimes being too focused may lead to no spare time for fun, eventually, the efforts pay off Benefits of Setting Goals

32. Opportunity to Improve Having goals also ensure improvisations in what you do Settling clear & concise goals provides one with an opportunity to grow Ex: Athletes. Goals drive them to train every day with aim to win. It pushes them to train hard so they can be the best Goals foster growth -> you are aware of what you need to do and achieve it Benefits of Setting Goals

33. This exercise can be practiced every day. The aim is to ensure that you schedule how you want your day to be. Some questions you should aim to answer includes: (write on a piece of a paper At what time do you start your day? What is the first thing you do in the morning? Do you meditate? Do you hit the gym as early as 5/6 a.m.? Do you pray? Do you go to work after your morning routine? Goal Setting - Exercise

34. Instructions: Pay attention to detail when writing down This will help visualize yourself doing what you are writing down Don’t make assumptions. Don’t make drastic changes in your daily routine. Start small, begin engaging previously unproductive activities Find a quiet place and give this exercise your full attention You can notice that an important activity you frequently fail to do This exercise is designed to show you that you can achieve your average perfect day by taking this first step While making significant changes you are becoming the best version of yourself Goal Setting - Exercise

35. Time Management Strategies

36. Assign a numerical number to these questions with, 0 = Never, 1 = sometimes, 2 = Always I do things in order of priority ___ I accomplish what needs to be done during the day ____ I always get assignments done on time ___ I feel I use my time effectively ___ I tackle difficult or unpleasant tasks without procrastinating ___ I force myself to make time for planning ___ I spend enough time planning ___ Activity – Questionnaire

37. I prepare a daily or weekly "to do" list ___ I prioritize my list in order of importance, not urgency ___ I am able to meet deadlines without rushing at the last minute ___ I keep up-to-date on my reading and research assignments ____ I prevent interruptions from distracting me from high priority tasks ____ I avoid spending too much time on trivial matters ___ I spend enough time on work-related activities ___ I plan time to relax and be with friends in my weekly schedule ___ I have a weekly schedule on which I record fixed commitments such as work hours ___ Activity – Questionnaire

38. I try to do the most important tasks during my most energetic periods of the day ____ I make constructive use of my commuting time ___ I periodically re-assess my activities in relation to my goals ___ I have discontinued any wasteful or unprofitable activities or routines ___ I judge myself by accomplishments of tasks rather than by amount of activity _____ My actions are determined primarily by me, not by circumstances or by other people's priorities ____ I finish one job or task before going on to the next ___ Activity – Questionnaire

39. I have a clear idea of what I want to accomplish during the forthcoming quarter ___ I am satisfied with the way I use my time ___ Activity – Questionnaire

40. 45 to 50: You have an outstanding time management skills 38 to 44: You have strong time management skills 30 to 37: You are managing your time fairly well, but sometimes feel overwhelmed 25 to 36: You work career is likely to be stressful and less than satisfying < than 25: You need to work on your time management skills Activity - Results

41. Most common areas to look for: Not prioritizing tasks Not scheduling daily, weekly, or monthly activities Not delegating responsibility Not being able to say no Not writing down objectives in order to meet deadlines Not using a calendar or notebook to organize commitments Not shifting priorities to make room for more urgent matters or tasks Not reducing clutter and/or unnecessary paperwork Not being able to give up total control Not being able to avoid procrastination Concern: < than 25

42. Most of the time spent falls in the below categories Growth activities Increasing the customer base, adding to the products or services, expansions – that drive long-term success of the business Work in the business Activities related to Administration, Management, Operations – those occur within the organization Work on the business Activities involving evaluating happenings, assessing challenges, reviewing and looking for new opportunities Success of the business depends on the ability to align the above three into the work schedule to achieve the right balance Time Investment

43. Step 1: Divide your day Divide daily calendar into 15-minute increments Have clear line between personal time and work time (work-life balance) Block tasks, work activities into your schedule Losing just 2 or 3 small blocks each day can weaken your ability to meet goals The more action you take on paper, the more concrete the time-block schedule becomes Time-blocking system

44. Step 2: Schedule your personal activities Personal duties are the first thing most of the times most of the people trade for work Schedule your routine activities Give weightage to – having family dinner, family traditions, functions, volunteering activities, meeting a friend and block out time for each. Schedule personal priorities (non-routine) Give priority to personal items first before filling your daily tasks and activities Time-blocking system

45. Step 3: Prioritizing in your work activities Start with activities that are regular part of the work Factor in the priorities that are not routine Each of us are responsible for performing key tasks and activities each day and week that are on ongoing basis Ex: daily meetings, weekly meetings, fix appointments, data updating, information seeking, etc Time-block such tasks and activities into your schedule Time-blocking system

46. Step 4: Self-evaluation and Planning Time Check whether the efforts to reach goals are on track Have routine checkups, daily or weekly strategic planning to review the progress Strategic planning time is most valuable time investment periodically This gives a incredible wrap-up for a period and a good start to next It strengthens the vision for long-term success and enables to focus on other tasks or personal activities Time-blocking system

47. Step 5: Building flexibility time Reserve section of time into your schedule every few hours to minimize the fallout from unplanned interruptions (about 15-30 minutes) Awareness of such free block of time helps to stick to schedule rather than going off the track While building time-blocking activity, plug-in 30 minute flexible phases into the schedule for every couple of hours If this flexible timing allows maintenance of time-block schedule and increase the productivity, its worth the investment Best time to have Flexible time – after few hours of important work (sales call, review meeting, product presentation, customer handling) Time-blocking system

48. We (as adult) only have about 25,000 mornings. Cortisol levels are highest 1-2 hours after we wake up (Cortisol – brain chemical that causes alertness) Don’t squander these hours by checking your phone, e-mails, calls, social media, news, etc. This can be postponed! Begin the day by doing what YOU want to do Before the day’s chaos begin, make general plan and set goals Concentrate on what you want to accomplish. Having a plan is essential as life is unpredictable Recognize that there will be always more work to do Start your Day Right

49. Eat a good breakfast that’s healthy. Stay hydrated throughout the day and drink plenty of water According to Dan Ariely , a Duke University professor of psychology and behavioral economics, “The two hours after becoming fully awake are likely to be the best.” We are at our cognitive peak in the morning Ariely recommends the following Pick a challenging task the night before to work in the morning Stack your to-do list from most to least difficult throughout the day Start your Day Right

50. Research shows multitasking can lower your IQ, reduce your performance and efficiency, and even cause brain damage It is estimated that only 2% of people can multi-task effectively According to the American Psychological Association, the process of switching from task to task wastes a few tenths of a second per switch. (does not appear to be much, but it adds up) It creates a situation in which it is nearly impossible to use critical thinking and deep work is impossible As such situation is often uncomfortable, our brains will look for any excuse to find an easier way to deal with distraction Stop Multitasking

51. Imagine, You have to prepare an important presentation / document You only have few days to prepare Your workload is high You have many other urgent tasks Because of this, You are anxious You can’t concentrate Everything seems to distract you Time Management Matrix

52. Time stressors – most persistent source of pressure in workplace This happens as a result of having too much to do , in too little time Research says more than 40% of time is spent on unimportant activities We still believe we are working on important things, when in reality they are not so… Time Management Matrix

53. How Brain Behaves… Our behavior is defined into two different zones Thinking and Reactive Reactive: (larger part of brain) triggers ‘fight-or-flight’ mechanism reacts instinctively rather than thinking other automatic reactions to survive Time Management Matrix Thinking: (17% of brain) Allows us to reflect and take decisions consciously Takes more energy and time than reactive brain

54. How Brain Deceives … During urgent tasks, reactive brain steps in We rush doing them with not much thought Sense of accomplishment makes us feel good Urgent tasks are not necessarily important We start simply because they seem to be critical We like feeling busy and energetic and our brain supports this Time Management Matrix Solution 

55. Also referred to Urgent-Important Matrix Helps you decide on and prioritize tasks by urgency and importance sorting out less urgent and important tasks which you should either delegate or not do at all Eisenhower??? Dwight D. Eisenhower – 34 th US President from 1953-1961 Earlier, served as General in US Army and Supreme Commander during WW II He had to make tough decisions continuously every day and invented this principle Eisenhower Matrix

56. Eisenhower Matrix Urgent Not Urgent Important Urgent and Important 1 Important but Not Urgent 2 Not Important Urgent but Not Important 3 Not Urgent and Not Important 4

57. Quadrant - 1 Immediate and important deadlines Quadrant of Necessity Contains tasks and responsibilities that need immediate attention Critical issues Emergence work Crisis Last-minute obligations Eisenhower Matrix

58. Quadrant - 2 Long-term development and Strategizing Working toward goals Personal care Relationship building True recreation Helps you grow personally and professionally Eisenhower Matrix

59. Quadrant - 3 Distractions with high urgency Keeps you busy, but don’t move you forward Not really important, but someone wants it immediately - Delegate Phone calls, emails Scheduling interviews Booking flights Reports Eisenhower Matrix

60. Quadrant - 4 Very little or no value or Waste Tasks and responsibilities that yield no value Minimize or eliminate Engaging in gossip Mindless browsing TV/Gaming for too long Use to minimize stress Eisenhower Matrix

61. To-do lists help ease your mind. Priority is key Always question what is worth doing first Develop control over your emotions When stressed, stop and try to reflect instead of reacting Sort your tasks. Make it a habit to focus on Q2 tasks Do not let others define your priority Plan in the morning, work on your stuff and enjoy the feeling of completion Eisenhower Matrix - Tips

62. Eisenhower Matrix - Summary Urgent Not Urgent Important DO Do it now DECIDE Schedule a time to do Not Important DELEGATE Who can do it for you? DELETE Eliminate it

63. Pareto’s Principle: 20/80 Rule Where it came from? The original observation was in connection with income and wealth Named after Italian economist Vilfredo Pareto Suggested by management thinker Dr. Joseph M. Juran Pareto noticed that 20% of the population owned 80% of Italy’s wealth In Pareto’s case it meant 20% of the people owned 80% of the wealth In Juran’s work he identified 20% of the defects causing 80% of the problems States – “20% of the invested input is responsible for 80% of the results obtained”

64. Pareto’s Principle: 20/80 Rule How it can help you? It reminds us to focus on the 20% that matters Of the things we do, only 20% really matters, in any given moment Those 20% produce 80% of the results Identify and focus on those things When the crisis begin to sap our time, energy and patience, remind yourself of the 20% you need to focus on If something in the schedule has to slip, make sure its NOT part of that 20%

65. Pareto’s Principle: 20/80 Rule Let’s take a Look! Pareto principle is the Observation NOT a Law, that most things in life are not distributed evenly. 20% of the input creates 80% of the result 20% of the workers produce 80% of the result 20% of your suppliers provide 80% of your stock 20% of the customers create 80% of the revenue 20% of the staff will cause 80% of problems…

66. Pareto’s Principle: 20/80 Rule We wear our 20% most favorite clothes about 80% of time We spend 80% of the time with 20% of our friends Values of oil reserves in oil fields (few large fields, many small fields)

67. Pareto’s Principle: 20/80 Rule Size of meteorites (very few large, many small) 20% of criminals account for 80% of crimes!

68. Pareto’s Principle: 20/80 Rule Bottom Line! It is a useful construct when analyzing our efforts and outcomes May not be the best strategy in every case It provides a useful analytical framework for many problem situations Don’t think Pareto principle means only do 80% of the work needed It may be true that 80% of a bridge is built in 20% of time, but you still need the rest of the bridge It may be true that 80% of the Mona Lisa was painted in first 20% of time, but it wouldn’t be the Masterpiece it is, without all the details When you are seeking top quality, you need all 100%. When you are trying to optimize, focusing on critical 20% is a time-saver.

69. The Pomodoro Technique Choose a Task. Set a timer for 25 minutes and then take a 5-minute break. Once you have done this repeatedly 4-5 times, time a longer 30-minute break This will allow you to focus on a critical task before moving on to something else It can also help you avoid Multitasking

70. This is a significant strategy and can help you make time for the things that are important to you It establishes boundaries that can set us free It allows you to be authentic, aligned, and harmonious with yourself Saying no should be liberating and not an emotional baggage Not only people, extend saying no to technology too (Social media, text messages, mails, etc - unless important) Stop trying to please everyone and saying yes to everything Learn to Say No

71. No matter how many different things we do in a week or month, there are only three tasks/activities that account for 90% of the value of the contribution If you make a list of everything you do, it will probably include 20-30-40 different tasks but with careful review, only three items account for 90% How to determine “ BIG THREE ”? – Make a list of all your tasks and responsibilities, and answer these questions Q1: If I could only do one thing on this list, all day long, which one activity would contribute the greatest value to my work/business? Q2: If I could only do two things on this list, all day long, what would be the second activity that would make the greatest contribution to my business? Q3: If I could only do three things on this list, all day long, what would be the third activity that would contribute the most value to my business? The Law of Three

72. When you analyze your answers, it can be clearly seen that only three things account for almost all the value that you contribute Starting and completing these tasks is more important than everything else you do Important observation: If you do not know the answers, you are in serious trouble! You are in danger of wasting time and your life at work You may end working on lower-value and offer no-value activities The Law of Three

73. Overcoming Procrastination

74. Procrastination is simply deferring or delaying action Recognizing procrastination – some indications or reasons I have plenty of time (short-sighted logic) I don’t feel like doing anything! (not motivated enough) Convincing yourself that you don’t know how to do it (lacking skill) I don’t want to think about it now (avoiding the unpleasant) What if I fail and what if I don’t? (triggering your fears) I will wait till the time is right (to-be perfection) I have earned a break (disrupting at mid-process) I work best under pressure (looking for action/thrill) What?

75. Having low confidence Fear of rejection and criticism Task averseness Not validating an opportunity because you are afraid or lazy Exposing to lame excuses and passing off Keep delaying the work until the end of the deadline! Thought of not receiving immediate ‘Reward’ for completing anything If anyone falls in any of the above, they are certain to be ‘Procrastinators’ Types of Procrastination

76. Health Risks (obvious) It greatly increases stress levels and severe degree of depression and anxiety Leads to various ailments – flu, headaches, backaches, cardiovascular diseases, high BP Declining reputation Impact upon social image in society When the given task is not completed, it breaks their confidence, leading to them believing that you are irresponsible/reckless People will stop depending on you, run-out of opportunities, offend your self-confidence and self-esteem A potential career destroyer Constant procrastination will greatly hamper your professional life today or later Missing targets and deadlines will considerably lower your self-worth and consequently, you will miss out getting promotions or eventually put your job in risk Harmful Effects - Procrastination

77. Will obstruct you from reaching goals Procrastination acts as an resistive force that tries to keep you away from reaching goals Not doing enough will pull us away from goal and destroy the possibility of excelling in life Will take away opportunities Procrastinator will never take advantage of opportunities and instead come up with excuses to avoid availing them Golden opportunities won’t come often Will take away your TIME! Upon giving up procrastinating, we will be able to recover lost self-respect, opportunities, and job too but the time lost is unrecoverable As long as we have time, we have hope and through this hope, we can do wonders Harmful Effects - Procrastination

78. Stop playing Blaming game This is a secret weapon for procrastinators which in turn makes you vulnerable and weak Stop blaming others or relying on others, instead become your support and help yourself Take control of everything of your own life and bring success to yourself, by yourself! Don’t waste Time, Find A Solution In every step of life, we face some form of blockade, Procrastinating people often ignore this and run away from problems, without bringing solutions Change your mindset into something more focused on solving problems, enhance your analytical ability, resulting in a prime asset Controlling Procrastination

79. Be Clear on What you Want Procrastinators often fail to set up a goal in fear of failing Set up a goal as clearly as possible, create an ideal blueprint inside your head and keep following that path This concept of having a pre-determined goal will always keep you motivated and helps you push to the depths of success Be Pragmatic Success isn’t always getting right opportunities, instead expectation should always be at a very minimum level where your focus must be on – “Want to Succeed” Keep moving forward with optimistic attitude, there will be blockades but with inevitable progression towards your goal will certainly turn into a reality Controlling Procrastination

80. Be Consistent There is a very thin lining between procrastination and perfectionism Refrain from trying to be perfectionist, instead try to be consistent in your efforts “Practice makes Perfect” Choose the Right Company Its often said that a human is “One-Third” of the company which he has Do not hang around with people who contagiously drag you down, instead try to keep pro-active and successful people in your company They won’t only encourage you but also help you fulfill your time and guide you in best way possible Controlling Procrastination

81. Be Humble and Honest There is severe need of successful individuals who are genuinely honest and humble The path we choose to reach our goal ultimately depend on morality. Note that the easy path will always be the choice of procrastinators The difficult path will lead to stress, push you to work harder but eventually reach success on long run Be SMART (Refer to setting SMART goals) Controlling Procrastination