5 Tools to Stop Procrastinating with Emma O'Brien

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Ever wondered why we procrastinate? In this episode, I sit down with Emma O'Brien to explore the roots of procrastination and uncover five practical tools to help break the cycle.

Emma is a personal development coach specializing in helping small business owners, solopreneurs, and individuals who feel stuck in their lives to rediscover the mojo that has been lost amidst the baggage of life.

If you've ever been scrambling to finish tasks at the last minute or feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list, this episode is for you.

Discover why procrastination isn't about laziness and how understanding its causes can lead to lasting change.

By the end of this episode, you'll have actionable steps to transform how you manage your time and approach tasks. Whether you're a chronic procrastinator or just looking for ways to boost your productivity, these tools will help you take control and find balance.

In this episode:

• Procrastination, is it genetic or learned behavior?
• Why procrastination is rarely about laziness.
• Overwhelm, societal pressure, fear of failure, and poor time management.
• Better Time Management.
• Understanding Your Why.
• Evaluating Your Workload.
• Eliminating Distractions.
• The importance of having someone to check in with and setting agreed-upon deadlines.
• Tackling the most anxiety-inducing tasks first versus starting with the easiest for those with ADHD.
• Celebrating wins and recognizing the benefits of completing tasks ahead of time.

Connect with Emma:

Her website: https://emmaobriencoach.com/

Her Podcast: https://lemonsandpineapples.buzzsprout.com/

Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmaobriencoach/

Resources:

Couples Goal Setting Workbook
⁠Rebuild Program

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