Mini Tip: Beat Procrastination & Treat Yourself to Success

MAR 3, 20256 MIN
Podcasting With Impact: Lead With Your Voice

Mini Tip: Beat Procrastination & Treat Yourself to Success

MAR 3, 20256 MIN

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<p><a href="https://unique-motivator-3597.ck.page/7c4e594033" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><em><strong>Free Ebook! How to start Podcasting with impact.</strong></em></a><em><strong> </strong></em></p><p><em><strong>Schedule your complimentary </strong></em><a href="https://reginalarko.com/podcast-boss/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><em><strong>Podcast Boss Call with Regina HERE</strong></em></a><em><strong>. </strong></em></p><p><br></p><p>Today, I want to share a quick mini-tip with you. As you embark on your podcasting journey, you&#39;ll encounter new tools you&#39;ve never worked with. I completely understand how daunting this can be, as it&#39;s easy to procrastinate or get distracted rather than face the task at hand.</p><p>When you&#39;re about to edit your first podcast, for example, it can be overwhelming. Like you, I&#39;ve recently started learning a new editing tool called Descript. Many of my clients are using it, and I want to be on top of my game to support them. Learning new tools is essential, especially as the podcasting world continues to evolve. For many years, I&#39;ve happily used GarageBand and Audacity for audio editing, but new tools like Descript present exciting opportunities.</p><p>However, carving out time to learn these tools can be a challenge. I often have tutorial videos bookmarked, with every intention of watching them, only to say, &quot;Not today.&quot; But I want to share a lovely tip that has helped me push through procrastination: tying a task to a reward.</p><p><strong>The Art of Reward-Based Motivation</strong></p><p>I&#39;m not suggesting you must do this, but it might be helpful. Try connecting the thing you need to do—like learning a new tool or watching a tutorial—to a reward. Perhaps a sweet treat might work for you. Personally, I motivate myself by allowing a small indulgence while tackling a task.</p><p>Here&#39;s what works well for me: I&#39;ll take a few bites of a delightful Krapfen—a sweet bun with marmalade and sugar—while watching a tutorial. Alongside, I enjoy a lovely cup of coffee. It&#39;s a small act of kindness to myself. Remember, moderation is key. Indulging every now and then is perfectly okay. We all need a little slack now and again.</p><p><strong>Creating Your Unique Reward System</strong></p><p>Your treat doesn&#39;t have to be a sugary snack. Consider treating yourself to a special cup of coffee or tea you don’t brew daily, or perhaps opting for a healthier choice, like a smoothie or an exotic fruit. The idea is to make it something special that you don&#39;t indulge in every day.</p><p>For instance, during Fasching in Austria, Krapfens are everywhere, tempting me daily. But today, they&#39;re a special treat, helping me push through and complete my tutorial. Once I&#39;ve finished it, I&#39;ll pick up my kids from school, knowing I&#39;ve accomplished something.</p><p><strong>Encouraging Progress Through Rewards</strong></p><p>So, what will your reward be today? What&#39;s that little treat you can look forward to once you&#39;ve completed your task, whether it&#39;s a podcast tutorial, writing a delayed script, or scheduling that first interview?</p><p>Feel free to share your progress with me on social media. Tag me, Regina underline Larko, on Instagram or Regina Larko on LinkedIn. I&#39;d love to see how you&#39;re growing your podcast, tackling new tools, or any project you’re working on. Let&#39;s cheer each other on and build our beautiful podcasts together.</p><p>Let&#39;s cut ourselves some slack and celebrate each step forward. What&#39;s your treat for today?</p><p><strong>Free resources for your Podcasting journey:</strong></p><ul> <li><a href="https://unique-motivator-3597.ck.page/7c4e594033" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Free Ebook! How to start Podcasting with impact.</a></li> <li>Schedule your complimentary <a href="https://reginalarko.com/podcast-boss/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Podcast Consultation Call with Regina HERE</a>. </li> <li>Podcast Website: <a href="https://reginalarko.com/podcast/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://reginalarko.com/podcast/</a></li> <li>Connect with Regina on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/regina-larko/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/regina-larko/</a></li> <li>Email Regina with feedback, questions or just say hi at: <a href="mailto:regina@hashtagimpact.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">regina@hashtagimpact.com</a></li></ul><p><br></p>