EP. 1658

08/23/24

Rory Vaden

“The number one enemy, I think, that is working against people that they don’t even realize is procrastination.”

The 7 Step Guide To Overcome Procrastination & Achieve Anything You Want In Your Life!

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In this enlightening episode of the School of Greatness, I sit down with Rory Vaden, a renowned expert on the science of success. We delve deep into the root causes of procrastination and explore powerful strategies to overcome this common obstacle to achieving our goals. Rory shares his groundbreaking insights on the three types of procrastination, including the lesser-known concepts of “creative avoidance” and “priority dilution.” Drawing from his bestselling book “Take the Stairs,” Rory offers a compelling metaphor for discipline and provides actionable advice on how to cultivate the habits of ultra-performers. This conversation is packed with transformative wisdom that will help you unlock your potential and achieve greatness in any area of your life.

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And now letโ€™s jump into episode 1658 of The School of Greatness!

 

Some Questions I Ask:

  • Why do we procrastinate?
  • What are the three types of procrastination you’ve identified?
  • How does creative avoidance differ from classic procrastination?
  • What is priority dilution, and how does it affect chronic overachievers?
  • How can we reframe our mindset around discipline to make challenging tasks feel more effortless?
  • Can you explain the paradox principle of sacrifice and how it relates to success?
  • What can we learn from the way buffalo and cows respond to storms?

In this episode, you will learn:

  • The three types of procrastination and how to identify them in your own life
  • Why self-criticism is the number one reason people procrastinate
  • How to reframe discipline as a powerful tool for achieving your goals
  • The paradox principle of sacrifice and its impact on long-term success
  • Strategies to overcome the brain’s natural tendency towards trivial tasks
  • Plus much more…

Show Notes:

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