EPISODE · Dec 16, 2025 · 8 MIN
The 6 Types of Procrastination {12.16.25}
from The Goal Getter Guide with Jen Laffin · host Jen Laffin
In today’s episode, we break down the six distinct ways of procrastination and how each one delays your progress in a different way. Once you understand the pattern you fall into, you can interrupt it faster, reclaim your momentum, and rebuild the self-trust you need to reach your goals.Inside the episode, you’ll learn about:1. The Overplanner Why constant organizing and researching feels productive but secretly keeps you from starting.2. The Avoider How dodging discomfort stretches your timeline and shrinks your confidence.3. The Perfecter The truth about waiting for the perfect moment that never comes.4. The Overthinker How too many mental loops drain your energy and block decision-making.5. The Distractor Why staying busy with low-stakes tasks is not the same as moving forward.6. The Fader What happens when initial excitement fades and consistency disappears.You’ll walk away knowing exactly which type you lean toward and the small shifts that help you break the pattern before it derails your goals.If you’ve ever wondered why you “can’t just start,” this episode hands you the clarity you’ve been missing.Want to push your procrastination aside and start 2026 strong? Join Jen's free 5-Day Procrastination Detox Challenge for small business owners, January 5th - 9th. Learn more here: https://www.jenlaffin.com/pdc26Thank you for listening! Follow the Show ~ If you enjoyed today's episode, please follow The Goal Getter Guide Podcast so that new episodes are delivered automatically to your favorite podcast feed. Want more? Join The Momentum Room, Jen's small group program for service-based small business owners who want to turn their avoidance into action. Learn more here.Looking for 1-to-1 support? Jen works with a few high-level entrepreneurs at a time. Schedule a time to chat with her here.Visit Jen's website by clicking here.
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In today’s episode, we break down the six distinct ways of procrastination and how each one delays your progress in a different way. Once you understand the pattern you fall into, you can interrupt it faster, reclaim your momentum, and rebuild the self-trust you need to reach your goals. Inside the episode, you’ll learn about: 1. The Overplanner Why constant organizing and researching feels productive but secretly keeps you from starting. 2. The Avoider How dodging discomfort stretc...
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