We all procrastinate

Yes, we all procrastinate – let’s admit it. And if you’re like me, you’re always trying to find ways to stop the procrastinating. Here’s the trick that works best for me ..

Make a list of activities that you cannot make it through the day without. For me that’s checking email, listening podcast or search for latest research papers on the internet.

Set a timer for 40 minutes, and work for 40 minutes straight. Don’t stop until the timer goes off. Well, I use Pomodor – a simple, tidy and no-nonsense approach towards a timer app.

When you’re done, you get to do the activity in No. 1 from your list. It’s your reward. Do it for 10 minutes only, and then go back to your timer.

Obviously, this only works if you stick to it, and that’s the trick. But I’ve found that it’s really boosted my productivity.

Here’s the key : Resist all temptation to check email or browse internet ( or whatever your reward activity is ) until the 40 minutes comes up. You will probably be tempted, but don’t give in. You will get more done using this simple trick than you can from any motivational seminar. :)

Writing this to my Peerlist article has been my 10-minute reward for today. Now I have to get back to work.

Peace out. ✌️