How to Get Things Done Ahead of Deadlines
How to Get Things Done Ahead of Deadlines
What you’ll learn
Skills you’ll gain
Have you ever worked with someone who never seemed to miss a deadline, or even got things done early? If so, you've likely wondered what their secret is. In this course, creativity and productivity expert Samantha Bennett will demystify how these deadline masters operate. Sam will give you an understanding of the psychology of deadlines, methods of setting up a project for success, and the means to plan for the unexpected. you'll gain practical strategies to set expectations, communicate and collaborate, and get things done to meet every deadline.
Syllabus
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Worst possible circumstances It's hard to achieve a specific goal or task, especially when the intended result is unclear. 3m
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The last minute rush Procrastination isn't uncommon. 2m
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The beauty of deadlines Have you ever noticed that if a deadline is in place, you're more inclined to do the work? 2m
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Talking with experts Often, there are things you might wish you'd known from the beginning of something, and interviewing people who've been in your shoes can be a great tactic to find those things out. 2m
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Sleuthing the truth You should always strive to gain clarity on the origins of an idea or process, especially if it didn't come from you. 2m
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Poll the team One way you can gain insight on what works to get things done is by polling those around you. 2m
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Historical research If you dedicate time towards solving your problem with research, you might be surprised at what you find. 1m
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How to prioritize Priorities are one of those things you might feel like are constantly shifting. 2m
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Why we're here Often, in meetings, it can feel unclear to you or others why their presence is required. 2m
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Defining the vision At the heart of each project or task, there's a specific reason why it's so important. 2m
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Inviting dissent Constructive conflict leads to better decisions. 2m
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Rewarding yourself and others Singing the praises of a member of your project team or getting them a gift card to their favorite coffee shop can go a long way. 2m
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Reverse engineering You might be familiar with the phrase, "start with the end in mind." After this lesson, you'll be able to incorporate a framework for reverse engineering a goal that allows for you to more effectively allocate your time and deliver on tasks. 2m
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Managing forward movement If you're simply trucking along on a project, it can be really easy to get lost in the shuffle. 1m
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Rewarding early communication The best thing you can do if you're going to miss a deadline is flag it early. 2m
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Tools to stay on track In this day and age, there are tons of programs and tools you can use to stay organized and communicate. 4m
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Avoiding interruptions When you're trying to focus on something, the best thing you can do is mitigate the distractions around you. 3m
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Tech disasters Have you ever had a document or presentation get "lost in the cloud?" You're not alone. 2m
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Material disasters As you've likely encountered in the workplace, accidents happen, and items get lost, compromised, or even spilled on. 1m
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People disasters There's no way around it - life can get in the way of getting things done. 2m
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Underpromise and overdeliver It's important that when looking to help others be successful, you protect the time of yourself and others. 1m
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Buddy system Using the power of positive peer pressure is a proven method of tackling a challenge. 1m
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Bribery & competition works Promise yourself something lovely if you do the worst stuff first. 1m
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Start getting things done Now that you've finished this course, you should feel prepared to tackle deadlines with confidence and ease. Thanks for watching! 1m
Certificate
Certificate of Completion
Awarded upon successful completion of the course.
Instructor
Sam Bennett
Sam is a keynote speaker, a specialist in creativity and productivity, and the author of the bestselling book Get It Done: From Procrastination to Creative Genius in 15 Minutes a Day, which Seth Godin called “an instant classic, essential reading.”
Sam is also the author of Start Right Where You Are: How Little Changes Can Make a Big Difference for Overwhelmed Procrastinators, Frustrated Overachievers, and Recovering Perfectionists. Her latest book is The 15-Minute Method: The Surprisingly Simple Art of Getting It Done.
Sam Bennett
Author & Keynote Speaker
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