Britain’s Jenny Devonshire of Pause 2 Perform set up a training course for employers and employees to prevent procrastination and increase productivity. The British Metro life coach tells that there are six different types of procrastinators. Who knows, you might recognize yourself in one of the procrastinators!
perfectionist
According to Devonshire, the perfectionist, who always feels that things could be better, often puts things off because he (or she) sets very high standards for himself. This procrastinator puts things off because he is afraid to fail.
How can perfection avoid procrastination? Devonshire is clear on this: “Perfectionists need clear deadlines so they cannot spend too much time on a task. It is also important to realize that perfection does not exist.”
dreamer
Often the dreamer underestimates how long a certain task will take and how difficult it is. This procrastinator also assumes that he will soon get bored with what he has to do. This is because they need diversity in their daily lives, roles, or tasks.
Dreamers can avoid procrastination by setting small, achievable goals that are realistic about the duration of the task. “It is useful for the dreamer to take a clear plan of action and stick to it.”
worry
“The occupant seeks safety through procrastination and is driven by fear,” says Devonshire. This may be a fear of failure, but also strange is the fear of success. Another feature of anxiety is imposter syndrome.”
Anxiety can help asking themselves what the worst could happen if they failed or succeeded. It is also important to worry that he has nice colleagues to whom he can go if he is anxious.
Drama King/Queen
These procrastinators often feel like they’re doing their best under pressure, which, Devonshire says, often leads to last-minute fatigue and a rush into action. So it’s not really healthy.
The king of drama would do well if she sets an early deadline for herself, so that the tension is less high, but high enough for the required adrenaline rush.
the rebel
The expert says that the rebel does not like to be told what to do. “Many of the tasks seem to be unfair or an unnecessary use of time for the rebels. They also like to be in the center of control.”
She advises the rebellious Devonshire to focus on action, not reaction. It can also help a rebellious procrastinator choose a task to perform.
