Today we are joined by Dr. Mary Kelly, author of 'Stop Procrastinating Tomorrow' Dr. Mary Kelly is a retired US Navy officer and commander who spent 25 years of active duty in the Navy. She was a military professor at the Naval Academy and a civilian professor at the Air Force Academy. She learned lessons in leadership in the first and second gulf wars and during 911. She uses real-world military and industry examples that resonate with participants. Dr. Kelly is also the author of 15 books on business growth, leadership, and today's economy. She is a speaker, coach, and trainer who has worked with hundreds of organizations and companies across the globe. In this episode, Dr. Kelly shares her wisdom on overcoming procrastination, informed by her 25 years of military experience, to make effective decisions even with incomplete information. She also discusses strategies for managing distractions, defeating overwhelm, and leveraging our natural tendencies to boost productivity. This episode will help you learn how to identify procrastination's root causes, divide tasks into manageable steps, and set clear deadlines. This is perfect for leaders and anyone looking to optimize their workflow and achieve tangible results. - Website and live online programs: http://ims-online.com Blog: https://blog.ims-online.com/ Podcast: https://ims-online.com/podcasts/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesagood/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/charlesgood99 Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:23) (Tip) Overcoming Procrastination: Insights from the Military (02:47) (Tool) Understanding and Managing Distractions (05:34) (Tip) Procrastination vs. Laziness (07:23) (Technique) Breaking Tasks into Manageable Steps (16:17) (Tool) The Role of Fear in Procrastination (19:30) (Tip) Overcoming Overwhelm and Anxiety (24:31) (Tip) How to Stop Procrastinating Now (29:32) Conclusion