Question

conveying professionalism
posttest
you have struggled with procrastination your entire life. you have a new job and find yourself slipping into your old habits.
what is the best strategy to make sure you do not put off tasks?
a) complete the easiest tasks first.
b) spend more time focusing on each task.
c) avoid making quick decisions about priorities.
d) work on the most difficult task first.

Explanation:

Completing easiest tasks first builds momentum, creates a sense of accomplishment, and reduces the mental barrier to starting work, which is an evidence-based strategy to combat procrastination. Spending excessive time on single tasks can lead to burnout, avoiding quick prioritization decisions fails to address task organization, and starting with the hardest task can overwhelm someone prone to procrastination, making them more likely to delay work.

Answer:

A) Complete the easiest tasks first.