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1-2-3: The “Pre-Commitment” Trick That Ends Procrastination
sent by Joaquín Kosegarten | July 1, 2025
Every second counts, so let’s get right to it. 1 idea, 2 ways it saves you time, and 3 steps to Get It Done:
1 Idea
Choose a task, then burn the ships (make it impossible to back down).
2 Ways it saves you time
1. Forces action instantly – When you commit ahead of time and make it hard to quit (like booking a call, setting a timer, or telling someone), you become immune to procrastination, which can save you hours.
2. Eliminates overthinking – Once you’ve committed, your brain shifts from “Should I?” to “How do I get it done?”
3 Steps to Get It Done:
1. Set an external trigger – Schedule a meeting, book a workout with a friend, or announce your deadline publicly.
2. Make procrastination painful – Use a tool like StickK to bet money on your goal or set up accountability with a friend.
3. Create a “starting rule” – Decide that when something happens (like and alarm or timer), you start right away — no excuses.
Conclusion
Waiting for motivation is a trap. Pre-commit, and action follows automatically. Try it now — you’ll thank yourself later.
“But what if I break my commitment?”
Make failure costly — money, reputation, or pride. If there’s a consequence, you’ll follow through and scare procrastination away.
As promised — 1 minute that can save you hours
Yours in Getting It Done,
Joaquin Kosegarten
Author of Get It Done
Creator of the 1-2-3 Get It Done Newsletter
P.S. I told my friend I’d buy him dinner if I didn’t finish this newsletter today. He’s going hungry. 😏
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The “Pre-Commitment” Trick That Crushes Procrastination
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