Why the same task keeps slipping to tomorrow

A task that moves from day to day is telling you something. Usually it is one of three things.

1. It is too big

“Write the report” is a project, not a task. Split it: outline, first draft of section one, first draft of section two.

2. It is too small to feel important

A five-minute email slips because nothing forces it. Do small tasks first thing or in a fixed admin block.

3. It is in the wrong energy slot

A deep task scheduled for 4 pm will slip. Move it to your morning window.

Or it should be dropped

If it has slipped four times, ask honestly: do I still want this done?