[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about Are You a Procrastinator?\n\nThere’s nothing wrong with taking a break, but you know procrastination when you see it. Here’s how to recognize the signs of procrastination and stop the cycle of excuses and delays so you can achieve more success in life and in business.\n\nHave you ever delegated a time-sensitive task to an employee only to find them making excuses, waiting until the last minute, or wasting time when they should be working on your project?\n\nIt probably got you fired up.\n\nSo here’s a question for you: If you don’t tolerate procrastination from others, why would you ever tolerate procrastination from yourself?\n\nWill you choose to begin reducing procrastinating in your life so you can enjoy even greater successes or will you continue to let procrastination hold you back from reaching your true potential? What has to happen next for you to stop letting procrastination be your excuse? \n\nGo to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/landing/ and get 3 FREE gifts including a special report on 10 Power Tips for Getting Focused, Organized, and Achieving Your Goals Now. Join the Silver Inner Circle (IT’S FREE) and receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. \n\nAim for what you want each and every day! \nAnne Bachrach\nThe Accountability Coach™\nAuthor of Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule and Live Life with No Regrets. Get your copies today."]]
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[music] Hello, and welcome to the Accountability Coach podcast where we will discuss topics, ideas, questions, and issues related to having a totally balanced and successful life. This is Ann Bakrak. Today we are going to talk about, are you a procrastinator? There's nothing wrong with taking a break. But how do you know procrastination when you see it? Here's how to recognize the signs of procrastination and stop the cycle of excuses and delays so you can achieve more success in life and in business. If you have ever been a leader, manager, or business owner with employees, you've experienced what it's like delegating an important task under deadline. From experience, you've probably learned who you can trust to complete the task well and on time while others fall short. Have you ever delegated a time-sensitive task to an employee only to find them making excuses, waiting until the last minute, or wasting time when they should be working on your project? It probably got you fired up. So here's a question for you. If you don't tolerate procrastination from others, why would you ever tolerate procrastination from yourself? Let's establish that no one is perfect and no one is completely procrastination free every moment of every day. However, you can spot a habitual procrastinator anywhere. Here are some signs. Procrastinators are often overly optimistic about completing complex tasks in little time. They think and say they work best under pressure. They are easily distracted and lose focus when there is no urgency. They have a delayed start because they have a false sense that everything is under control, so there's no need to jump into it immediately. When no progress has been made, they offer reassurance that everything is really under control. Their action is driven by panic, the realization that everything is not under control. You know those people, they scramble at the last minute, working hours on end to complete a project minutes before the deadline. The key is to discover the root cause of your procrastination so you can correct it. Most procrastination is commonly rooted in the following issues. Low self-esteem? When you're feeling insecure about your ability to complete a task, forget about completing it well, you probably delay it to avoid feeling "buh stupid". Truth be told when you have more than enough smarts to figure it out. The good news is that the more times you tackle a task head-on and are successful, the easier it is to stop procrastinating. Perfectionist? You're perfectionist and nothing else less than stellar is acceptable. Give yourself a break and let go of trying to be perfect. Given your high standards, your best is probably far above par. Everywhere along the line, you tied perfectionism to acceptance or love, and love should never be dependent upon performance. Hmm, explore this issue. Rebellion? Procrastination may be your way of expressing your rebellion. A sort of "you can't tell me what to do, I'll do it when I'm good and ready". This probably didn't work when you tried to use it with your parents, or it did work and that's why you use it as an adult. But it definitely will not work with your boss. If you're an entrepreneur, well, you're just shooting your own foot. Manipulation? This is a common characteristic of an insecure co-worker or manager. They can't start without me. This project is nothing without my talent. This takes some personal growth to overcome, and the realization that discounting the ability of others does not increase your own. If you're feeling insecure, go back to school or take additional training. When you expand your skill set, you can stop feeling insecure about your value. Coping with pressure? Procrastination may be a coping skill to dealing with feeling overwhelmed. These people delay until they have the mental stability to perform the task or wait until the very last minute to start. While this may certainly be the case some days, the important thing to remember is not to make a habit of it. Delegate tasks temporarily or permanently to avoid feeling overwhelmed. Will you choose to begin reducing procrastination in your life so you can enjoy even greater successes? Or will you continue to let procrastination hold you back from reaching your true potential? What has to happen for you to stop letting procrastination be your excuse? It's easy to make excuses, and it's even easier to use those excuses to procrastinate. With a little insight into why procrastination occurs, you may be able to reduce or completely eliminate it from your personal and professional life. My hope for our time together is that you got value and an idea or two that will help you be even more successful, personally and professionally. Take advantage of the complementary special report on keys to working less, making more money, and having a more balanced life by going to www.accountabilitycoach.com. Join the Silver Inner Circle. It's free and receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many complementary assessments and resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe that you want so you can have the life you truly desire. Get started today by going to www.accountabilitycoach.com and join the free Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want, each and every day. Until next time, make it a great day, today and every day. Thanks for listening. Let me remind you that this recording is protected by copyright law and unauthorized distribution and copying is prohibited. [Music]
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