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How to Take Your Procrastination to the Next Level

Public Enemy Number One

Just like anything, procrastination takes work. Here are four practical tips for taking your natural tendencies to procrastinate and turning them into something that really sets you apart from the rest of the real estate world. If you truly dedicate yourself to them, you’ll be able to overcome any silly notions about success and become a master procrastinator.

Don’t plan. Planning is one of the single biggest enemies to procrastinators. Whatever you do, don’t give in to the temptation to schedule your days and weeks. Avoid calendars and day planners like the plague they are. No master procrastinator has ever mingled with these pesky little helpers.

Don’t prioritize. This is another annoying, new-agey idea which will severely hamper your procrastination efforts. Procrastination is best done when you are facing a chaotic mass of work, but becomes harder when you are dealing with organized tasks.

Don’t reward yourself for accomplishing tasks. Some people like to do this, but it is a huge mistake for a procrastinator. Your brain will remember the reward and you’ll be more likely to get the work done the next time. It’s too big of a risk if you want to become a master procrastinator, so carefully avoid incentives altogether.

Don’t work with others. The last thing a procrastinator needs is a group of motivated individuals offering friendly support. Don’t seek out fun projects, because you might get lost in the work and end up with a finished product. Nip this problem in the bud by refusing to collaborate with others.