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How to Make Procrastination Work for You

How to Make Procrastination Work for You

Total video time: 22m
Expert instructor: Tracy Otsuka
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Beginner No prior experience needed
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What you’ll learn

Reframe procrastination as a tool for insight and productivity.
Identify emotional and psychological triggers behind procrastination.
Recognize patterns to uncover your most productive habits.
Leverage strategic delays to improve focus and decision-making.
Use the 5-minute rule to bypass mental resistance and start tasks.
Design focus sessions to eliminate distractions and build momentum.
Implement intentional breaks to boost creativity and problem-solving.

Skills you’ll gain

Time management Productivity

Procrastination doesn't mean you're lazy—it means your brain works differently. In this course, Tracy Otsuka, helps you reframe procrastination as a tool for insight and productivity. Learn to recognize hidden patterns and transform delays into strategic pauses for better thinking. Discover techniques like the 5-minute rule, focus sessions, and intentional breaks to spark creativity and momentum. After this course, you'll be ready to redefine productivity and achieve more with confidence.

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    Transform procrastination into a success tool Conventional wisdom views procrastination as a weakness, but it can actually be a tool for better thinking. 1m
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    Uncover the hidden causes of procrastination Procrastination is often seen as a lack of discipline, but it may actually reflect how your brain processes motivation. 2m
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    Explore the role of emotion in procrastination Putting things off isn't about time management—it’s about how a task makes you feel. 1m
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    Leverage passive thinking for smarter decisions Great ideas don't always happen in the moment—sometimes, they need time to develop in the background. 1m
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    Tap into your brain’s natural filtering system When you focus on something, it starts appearing everywhere—that’s your Reticular Activating System (RAS) filtering information, making procrastination more strategic than you think. 1m
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    Break free from decision paralysis Feeling stuck isn't about being lazy—it’s about not knowing where to start. 2m
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    Train your brain to make progress effortless Your brain resists pressure but thrives on engagement. 1m
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    Boost motivation by activating dopamine The hardest part of any task isn't doing it—it’s starting. 1m
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    Stop overcomplicating tasks and work smarter You've tackled similar tasks before—why start from scratch when you tackled this before. 1m
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    Remove productivity barriers Productivity isn't about finding the perfect app—it’s about removing resistance. 1m
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    Create a custom plan to manage procrastination Procrastination isn't the enemy—it’s part of the process. 2m
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    Turn procrastination into a productivity strategy Thanks for watching! Now you're ready to create a personalized procrastination plan to stop feeling guilty and start achieving more. 1m

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded upon successful completion of the course.

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Instructor

Tracy Otsuka

Tracy is a certified ADHD coach, attorney, and host of a top-ranked podcast with more than six million downloads. With a background as senior counsel at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, as a fashion designer, and as a real estate broker, Tracy brings a sharp analytical approach to helping professionals harness their ADHD as a strength. She leads a thriving online community of nearly 100,000 members and is a sought-after expert featured in "CBS Mornings," "Forbes," "Inc.," and "ADDitude" magazine. She lives in Sonoma County with her family, two dogs, and seven chickens.

Certified ADHD Coach and Author Tracy Otsuka

Tracy Otsuka

Certified ADHD Coach and Author

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