In this episode of the Learn and Work Smarter podcast, we tackle one of the biggest energy drains no one talks about: unfinished projects.
You’ll learn how to get clarity on your half-done tasks, make intentional decisions about what to finish (and what to release without guilt), and reignite your momentum for what matters most.
Whether you’re a working professional with unfinished work projects, or a student with unfinished academic projects, this episode will give you a clear map forward.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ How unfinished projects silently drain your focus and confidence
✅ The real reason we avoid facing half-finished things
✅ A step-by-step strategy to get total clarity on your projects
✅ Criteria for deciding which projects to finish—and which to let go
✅ How to spot the “sunk cost fallacy” and stop it from sabotaging you
✅ How to restart a project strategically (without overwhelming yourself)
✅ How to postpone a project properly (hint: it’s not procrastination!)
Other Episodes and Resources Mentioned:
- Episode website (with transcript)
- Episode 08: Motivation vs Discipline: Which One Matters More
- Episode 54: The Secret Ingredient Behind Every Accomplishment Ever
- Episode 55: Body Doubling for Focus
- Episode 64: How to Do Hard Things
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