Beat Procrastination With These 10 Steps

Beating procrastination isn’t as hard as you think.

You’re just going about it the wrong way…

Here’s the hard truth:
The average worker loses 2 hours and 11 minutes every day to procrastination (Zippia).

That’s 11 hours a week.
Or 23 workdays a year.

Imagine what you could achieve in that time.

The good news?
You can take control.

Fortunately, this graphic from Luke Tobin provides helpful insight into the problem.

Here are 10 practical steps to stop procrastinating:

1️⃣ Set Clear Goals
Write SMART goals: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

2️⃣ Prioritize Tasks
Use the Eisenhower Matrix to focus on what’s urgent and important.

3️⃣ Break Tasks Down
Turn big projects into smaller, doable steps.

4️⃣ Create a Schedule
Time-block your day. Give each task a set window of focus.

5️⃣ Eliminate Distractions
Set up a workspace that works for you.
Remember: It takes 23 minutes to refocus after being interrupted (Gloria Mark, PhD).

6️⃣ Use Productivity Tools
Apps like Trello or Todoist make it easier to stay organized.

7️⃣ The Two-Minute Rule
If something takes less than two minutes, do it now.

8️⃣ Reward Yourself
Celebrate wins. Rewards boost motivation (Deci et al., 1999).

9️⃣ Stay Accountable
Share your goal with someone who’ll help you stay on track.

🔟 Reflect and Adjust
Check your progress. What’s working? What’s not?

Procrastination isn’t just a habit.
It’s a barrier between you and your goals.
Small changes make a big difference.