Getting work done and completed on time isn’t just about motivation or working harder. (It rarely ever is.) Instead, it’s about whether your tasks move smoothly through a hidden but super-powerful funnel.

In this episode, I break down the 4 stages of the Assignment Funnel for students and the Project Funnel for professionals, showing how both systems explain why some people finish calmly and others get stuck in a cycle of procrastination and panic.

If you’ve ever missed deadlines, felt overwhelmed by projects, or wondered why your to-do list never seems to shrink, this episode will give you a clear framework to spot the bottlenecks and finally get things done. On time. Without all the drama. Like it’s your job. Because it is ;)

What You Learn:

• The 4 stages of the Assignment/Project Funnel and how they apply to schoolwork and professional tasks
• Why work piles up when the funnel gets “clogged” — and how to spot where you’re getting stuck
• How to use intake, sorting, processing, and output to move any assignment or project from start to finish
• Common bottlenecks like procrastination, anxiety, ADHD, and perfectionism — and strategies for working through them
• Why finishing on time isn’t just about time management, but about managing the flow of information and tasks

🔗 Resources + Episodes Mentioned:

• SchoolHabits University (Parents, go here)
• SchoolHabits University (Students, go here)
• The College Note-Taking Power System (Brand New Program!)
• Episode 4 – What to Do When You’re Overwhelmed: Practical Strategies You Can Use Now
• Episode 5 – Secrets of a Good Task Management System
• Episode 15 – Email Management Tips: 3 Best Practices for Handling Your Inbox
• Episode 21 – How to Plan Your Ideal Week (Weekly Planning Tips)
• Episode 49 – How to Make Decisions Better, Faster, and More Confidently
• Episode 62 – Managing Email Inbox Chaos and Email Paralysis (Q&A)
• Episode 77 – How to Do a Work Sprint (and Make Massive Progress Fast)

✏️Get my $47 Note-Taking Course: collegenotetakingsystem.com

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