M3L2 by Gesare Omwenga _ Student - WakeWomensAcademy

Social Media

gcomwenga — 2025-03-08 16:22:51 UTC

I get stuck in an infinite scrolling rabbit hole with platforms like TikTok and Instagram. With content constantly updated, it's hard to know when to put my phone down.

Procrastination

gcomwenga — 2025-03-08 16:28:23 UTC

I tend to put off tasks til the last possible second. Procrastination prevents effective planning, creates stress, and I don't turn in my best work.

Multitasking

gcomwenga — 2025-03-08 16:30:31 UTC

I tend to shift between tasks without fully finishing one before moving on to the next. Multitasking leads to mental fatigue and decreases overall productivity.

Perfectionism

gcomwenga — 2025-03-08 16:33:31 UTC

I strive for perfection on little details of assignments I enjoy but aren't necessary. When leaders become overly absorbed in perfect results, they can get behind in their schedule and are forced to turn in sloppy work to make up the time.

Checking Notifications

gcomwenga — 2025-03-08 16:38:13 UTC

I have my phone on my desk when studying, but it leads me to frequently check for notifications which interrupts my focus. I lose time and my brain isn't fully concentrated on my work.

"You cannot plough a field by turning it over in your mind." -Author Unknown

gcomwenga — 2025-03-08 16:49:38 UTC

This quote resonates with me, as a victim of procrastination, it highlights the importance of taking action. True progress comes through doing not just thinking or pushing it off.

Time Blocking

gcomwenga — 2025-03-08 16:55:55 UTC

To spot multitasking, time blocking sets specific blocks of time for different tasks, ensuring focused work on that particular assignment. This improves leadership by prioritizing important activities and maintaining productivity without distractions.

Eisenhower Matrix

gcomwenga — 2025-03-08 16:58:30 UTC

Sorting tasks into four categories based on how urgent/important, it allows me to focus on what truly is worth time and effort. This leads to overall better decisions, reduces stress, and my perfectionism isn't wasted.

Complete Small Tasks First

gcomwenga — 2025-03-08 17:00:44 UTC

When I complete small, easy tasks first it builds momentum for the larger tasks. Jumping right into the hardest task can be imitating and lead me unmotivated for the other tasks.

Works Cited

gcomwenga — 2025-03-08 17:07:06 UTC

Abuse, National Institute on Drug. “Can Too Much Screen Time Harm You?” National Institute on Drug Abuse, 2020, nida.nih.gov/research-topics/parents-educators/lesson-plans/can-too-much-screen-time-harm-you.

Baransel. “Overcoming Procrastination in Coding: Strategies for Peak Productivity 🚀.” DEV Community, 29 Nov. 2023, dev.to/baransel/overcoming-procrastination-in-coding-strategies-for-peak-productivity-24oi. Accessed 8 Mar. 2025.

Bebo, Katherine. “4 Time Blocking Techniques.” Timely.com, Timely Blog, 8 Jan. 2025, www.timely.com/blog/4-time-blocking-techniques.

“Multitasking: Skill or Myth | Clockwise.” Www.getclockwise.com, www.getclockwise.com/blog/multitasking-impacts-productivity.

Plus, SightsIn. “Top Ideas to Be More Productive at Workplace.” SightsIn Plus, 10 Aug. 2023, sightsinplus.com/insight/system/top-ideas-to-be-more-productive-at-workplace/.

Team Asana. “The Eisenhower Matrix: How to Prioritize Your To-Do List.” Asana, 29 Jan. 2025, asana.com/resources/eisenhower-matrix.

“The Skill Collective- PERFECTIONISM | Wellbeing, Mental Health, and Performance | Clinical Psychologists in Subiaco Perth.” The Skill Collective, theskillcollective.com/perfectionism.

“Too Much Social Media? 10 Ways to Find a Healthy Balance | Betterhelp.” Www.betterhelp.com, www.betterhelp.com/advice/general/too-much-social-media-10-ways-to-find-a-healthy-balance/.

Woznicki, Sandy. “How to Stop Procrastinating When Things Feel Hard or Scary.” Tiny Buddha, 9 Feb. 2021, tinybuddha.com/blog/how-to-stop-procrastinating-when-things-feel-hard-or-scary/.