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The Lazy Genius Podcast

#353 How to Plan a Project and Actually Finish It

Feb 19, 2024
Learn how to plan and finish projects effectively with key steps and strategies discussed, including breaking down tasks, setting clear goals, and making decisions along the way. The importance of project planning and execution is emphasized to prevent unfinished tasks and increase productivity.
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  • Identify project characteristics: clear objective, definitive end, special attention needed, multiple decisions.
  • Seven steps to project completion: assess, align objective, set deadline, dedicate time, break down, tackle tasks, check progress.

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Identifying the Four Characteristics of a Project

A project is defined by four main characteristics. First, it has a clear objective or purpose. Second, it has a definitive end or completion point. Third, a project is something that is out of the ordinary and requires special attention. Lastly, a project is made up of multiple decisions or actions. These four characteristics serve as a framework for recognizing and understanding what constitutes a project.

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