Managing Procrastination: Focus on Progress, Not Perfection
Struggling to stay motivated or get started on important tasks? This interactive workshop will help you understand why procrastination happens and how to move past it with confidence. Learn practical techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts, build momentum, and focus on progress rather than perfection. Participants will explore strategies that make goals feel more achievable and everyday tasks more manageable.
Date: December 15, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm (Online via Teams)
Facilitator: Angela Parsons
Audience: Faculty & Staff
Workshop Overview
Everyone experiences moments of low motivation or procrastination. This session offers tools to help you reframe your approach to work, strengthen self-discipline, and cultivate positive habits that support long-term success. Through reflection and guided discussion, participants will identify barriers that hold them back and discover small, sustainable steps toward meaningful progress.
Why Attend
By the end of the session, participants will:
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Understand common causes of procrastination and low motivation.
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Learn evidence-based strategies to overcome avoidance and self-doubt.
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Explore techniques to shift focus from perfection to steady progress.
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Practice setting realistic, actionable goals that build confidence and follow-through.
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Walk away with practical tools to stay organized, motivated, and balanced.
This session will empower you to approach your work with renewed energy and clarity, turning intention into consistent action.
Register now to learn how to stay motivated, take small steps forward, and celebrate progress along the way.
Hosted by the Centre of Excellence at Columbia College
This workshop is part of the Centre of Excellence professional learning series at Columbia College, dedicated to supporting personal and professional growth. Join us to explore strategies that promote well-being, self-awareness, and sustainable motivation in both work and learning.
Organizer
Angela is a registered Counselling Therapist (ACTA). She specializes in Individual Psychology with a solution-focused approach. As the Accessibility and Wellness Advisor, Angela is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for students and faculty at the College. With a decade of experience in mental health and counseling, she currently serves as a facilitator in the SSPD and EA programs at the College, where she inspires students to reach their full potential through exceptional teaching and support. Additionally, she connects individuals with valuable resources, workshops, and opportunities for personal growth. Committed to being an ally on every student’s and faculty member’s journey, she ensures that everyone has the tools they need to thrive both academically and personally.