Overcoming Procrastination Quiz

What is a common reason for procrastination according to the video?

• Lack of interest in any activity

• Having too much free time

• Fear of success

• Tasks being intimidating or boring

Which strategy is suggested to make distractions like phones less appealing?

• Using a phone case that is hard to open

• Turning off the phone completely

• Using wireless chargers placed out of sight

• Keeping the phone in your pocket

How can you make a task more enjoyable according to the video?

• By setting unrealistic goals

• By rewarding yourself after completing small parts

• By working alone without any breaks

• By working in complete silence

What is one way to reframe a daunting task?

• Delegate the task to someone else

• Ignore the task until it becomes urgent

• Break it down into smaller, manageable parts

• Focus on the entire task at once

What does Parkinson's Law suggest about time management?

• Time management is not important

• Tasks take less time than expected

• Work expands to fill the time available

• Tasks should be completed as quickly as possible

What is a benefit of having a busy schedule according to the video?

• It allows for more leisure time

• It forces you to complete tasks more efficiently

• It reduces the need for planning

• It leads to more stress

What is a suggested method to overcome fatigue?

• Drinking excessive caffeine

• Taking a short power nap

• Avoiding any physical activity

• Working late into the night

How can planning help in overcoming procrastination?

• By allowing more time for distractions

• By eliminating the need for a schedule

• By ensuring tasks are not forgotten

• By making tasks seem less important

What is a suggested way to maintain alertness while working?

• Lying down on a couch

• Working in a dimly lit room

• Sitting in a comfortable chair

• Working at a standing desk

What is the benefit of time blocking your day?

• It helps in maintaining consistency and routine

• It reduces the need for a calendar

• It allows for more spontaneous activities

• It makes tasks seem more daunting