55: Dethroning the Queen of Procrastination

Overcoming Procrastination: Strategies and Affirmations for Creative Entrepreneurs

On this episode of The Professional Creative, I want to share my insights into how to overcome procrastination and reach success in your creative business. We've all experienced procrastination at some point, and it can be a real roadblock to achieving our goals—but the good news is that we can overcome it with the right mindset and strategies. In this episode, I'll share some affirmations, tips, and techniques that have worked for me and other successful creatives. 

Discussed in this episode:

• How to identify the personal reasons behind procrastination and overcome it
• The role of mindset and habits in defeating procrastination
• 10 daily affirmations that can help overcome procrastination
• Various time management techniques and tools that can be used to manage procrastination.
•  The importance of breaking down large tasks into small manageable ones, limiting distractions, and implementing healthy habits to avoid procrastination.

10 affirmations for overcoming procrastination:

1. I am capable and prepared to conquer any task that comes my way.
2. I am organized, efficient, and always stay on top of my responsibilities.
3. I am a person who tackles challenges head-on, right away.
4. I am disciplined and prioritize my tasks effectively.
5. I am focused and productive.
6. I am in control of my time and my life.
7. I take immediate action and make decisions confidently.
8. I value my time and use it wisely.
9. I am committed to reaching my goals and nothing can hold me back.
10. I am a person who follows through and completes tasks successfully.

Resources

• The Professional Creative Episode 4: A Map to Success and a Dose of Rejection
  
• The Power to Change by Craig Groeschel

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