Breaking Free from Procrastination: Time Blocks, Perfectionism & Overcoming Job Search Delays

Inspire Careers Spotlight Series

Ever feel like you're constantly putting things off, even the things you want to do? Whether it’s launching a big project, applying for jobs, or simply tackling your daily to-do list, procrastination sneaks in and derails your progress.

In this episode, I had the pleasure of talking to Molly Kinkel, Marketing Manager, Tech Addiction Specialist, and Breathwork Expert. We dive deep into the psychology of procrastination, why we do it, and, most importantly, how to stop. From time-blocking strategies to overcoming perfectionism and tech distractions, we’ll help you get unstuck and take action with confidence.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

✅ The power of time-blocking to create urgency and boost productivity

✅ How perfectionism fuels procrastination (and how to break the cycle)

✅ “Procrasti-learning” & “procrasti-planning” - the sneaky ways we avoid real work

✅ The imposter syndrome link: Why you think you need more knowledge before acting

✅ How to identify and shift your personal procrastination patterns

✅ The magic of lists, and why putting them on your calendar changes everything

✅ How to rest without guilt (and why breaks make you more productive)

✅ Procrastinating in job searching: Facing rejections and how to push forward

✅ How tech addiction fuels procrastination - and how to reclaim your focus

If you’re tired of feeling stuck and ready to take action, this episode is your roadmap to finally getting things done without the stress.

Key Links and Resources:

Molly Kinkel’s website

Molly Kinkel on LinkedIn

Sam Laura Brown

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Cathy Lanzalaco on LinkedIn and Twitter