This chapter will teach you four strategic planning tactics to preempt procrastination before it even begins: (1) use the STING method, (2) manipulate variables in the “procrastination equation,” (3) use temptation bundling, and (4) use the Eisenhower matrix. Think STING The STING method represents an acronym for five strategies you can implement in order to prevent procrastination. It stands for select one task (S), time yourself (T), ignore everything else (I), no breaks (N), and give yourself a reward (G).
