Here’s the good news: Despite what you may think (or read elsewhere), you can overcome procrastination and reap the rewards of more productivity, less stress, and an overall better quality of life. But it’s more complicated than a one-size-fits-all solution. Fortunately, we have plenty of science-backed strategies, tips, tools, tech, and expert insight to start you off. Or keep you going. Remember, to overcome procrastination and really start getting shit done, you need to believe it can happen. We do. And these resources will make sure that you do too.
How to Overcome Procrastination + Hit Your Goals
The below list of resources will motivate you to find the best productivity strategy for you. You might have to experiment before you land on one that works. But it’s totally worth it. After all, having a more productive life is really about having a better life—one where you call the shots on how you spend your time. Let’s get started.
7 Habits To Maximize Your Productivity and Minimize Procrastination
Productive people are that way for a reason—they’ve built effective habits that make the most of their time and keep them moving forward. Using data from a recent survey of over 7,000 people, Harvard Business Review analyzes the seven things the most productive workers have in common. Explore their top skills and see which ones you can work on to boost your own productivity.
Science-Backed Solutions to 6 Common Productivity Problems
A comforting truth: Many of us face the same blocks when struggling to overcome procrastination and up productivity. An even more comforting truth? That means there’s plenty of research on how to solve them. We break down six of the most common productivity problems and provide solutions backed up by science. So you can find your focus, declutter your space and mind, and get on with your day.
6 Productivity Insights from an Expert at Getting Stuff Done
If you want strategies to overcome procrastination and improve your productivity, getting advice from an expert is a good place to turn. We sat down with Francesco D’Alessio, Community Manager at Keep Productive, to pick his brain about how to get more done, what tools can help you get there, and the systems he recommends to hit peak productive. And just in case you weren’t convinced yet, there’s a Leslie Knope quote. You’re welcome.
7 Tools to Organize Your Life, Work, and Just About Everything Else
Sometimes getting more productive is about setting up a system to keep your priorities straight and your progress on track. That’s where these productivity tools come in. We explore some options for getting rid of distraction, structuring your time, and helping you determine if you’re working on the right work in the first place. And spoiler: they’re not all apps.
8 of the Best Productivity Apps Out There
And spoiler, part 2: These are. Productivity apps can seem like an oxymoron given how much of our procrastination comes from our phones. But you can use the power for good if you know what to look for. Our list of the best productivity apps does the work for you. So you can actually enjoy your more productive life, instead of spending it searching for the right tech.
10 Podcasts to Build Your Most Productive Life Ever
These 10 podcasts take on productivity in ways you’ve never thought of—like celebrating failure, dreaming impossibly big dreams, and how expressing gratitude can help you get work done. Overwhelmed by podcast options? Don’t be. We give you insight into how these podcasts can help you overcome procrastination and then suggest specific episodes to start with. We wouldn’t send you in blind. Promise.
11 TED Talks to Inspire You to Hit Your Goals
Even those of us who consider ourselves productivity masters can sometimes struggle to keep working toward our goals. When you need some inspiration to overcome procrastination and get through a rough patch, you need these 11 TED Talks. The experts, authors, and all-around amazing humans in these videos provide plenty of motivation to keep at it. The best part? A lot of their stories involve initial failure. So you can relate to their successes, feel encouraged to go after yours, and laugh at the shared experience.
17 Quotes About Putting in Effort for the Days You Need It Most
A little more inspiration never hurt, right? Our collection of quotes on doing the work reminds us of the importance of persistence, enjoying the process, and forward movement, even if it’s small. Let their wisdom be the push you need to remember why hitting your goals is important to you in the first place. And use their strategies to get a little more productive on the way there.
Your turn: What tools or resources do you use to overcome procrastination and improve your productivity? Share in the comments.
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Author: Chelsey Taylor
Chelsey likes words, especially adjectives, and has been perfecting her perfectionism since infancy. She’s an endorphin-gatherer, top-knot connoisseur, and content manager at Panda Planner.
Donna L Harris says
June 5, 2018 at 11:09 pmI love your post (thank you!) but hate the permanent social media ribbon on the left margin that covers some text and is a constant distraction.
Chelsey says
June 6, 2018 at 6:57 pmThanks for the comment, Donna! We’re glad you’re finding the content useful. Can you possibly provide us with the browser and device you’re using to view the posts? We’ve reduced the size of the social media bar in the past to be less disruptive, but it can be finicky depending on your browser.