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PG Essays

Good and Bad Procrastination

Oct 24, 2023
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The podcast explores the concept of procrastination, discussing the benefits of prioritizing meaningful work and the impact of interruptions. It also delves into the challenges and fears associated with tackling big problems, and provides strategies to overcome procrastination and approach important projects head-on.
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Quick takeaways

  • Good procrastination involves prioritizing important tasks over small errands and low-value work.
  • Working on big projects often requires tackling smaller tasks that have the potential to grow into something substantial or collaborating with others.

Deep dives

Procrastination isn't always bad

Procrastination is not about avoiding work, but rather about how to procrastinate effectively. There are three types of procrastination: doing nothing, working on something less important, or working on something more important. The last type, called good procrastination, involves prioritizing important tasks over small errands and low-value work. Impressive individuals are often type C procrastinators, who postpone small tasks to focus on significant projects.

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