Eat That Frog: How I Beat Procrastination and Got More Done

Why I Started With the Hardest Task

Years ago, I noticed a pattern:
The tasks I avoided the most were the ones that would move me forward the fastest.

So I created a rule for myself:
“Eat the frog”—do the hardest, most important task first thing in the morning.

It changed everything.

🧠 What Is “The Frog”?

The “frog” is the one task you’re most likely to procrastinate on—but it’s also the task that will make the biggest difference in your results.

“If you have to eat a live frog, do it first thing in the morning.
And if you have to eat two frogs, eat the biggest one first.”

That’s how I started winning my days—before most people had finished their first coffee.

🕒 The Power of Morning Focus

Why the morning?

• Your willpower is strongest early.
• You have fewer distractions.
• It sets a tone of productivity for the whole day.

If I let small tasks steal my morning, I’d lose momentum—and often never get to the important work.

🔁 How I Structure My Days with Frogs First

Here’s my simple routine:

1. List all tasks for the day.
   
2. Identify the one task that will create the most value or impact.
3. Mark it “FROG”—and commit to doing it first, no matter what.
4. Protect the first 60–90 minutes of my day for it—no emails, no calls, no distractions.

✅ Actionable Tip: The 3-D Frog Filter

To prioritize your frogs, ask:

1. Does this task solve a major problem?
   
2. Will it move me closer to a big goal?
   
3. Am I avoiding it because it’s uncomfortable—but important?
   

If the answer is yes to all three—it’s your frog. Eat it.

🔄 What Happened When I Committed to This Habit

Once I made this my daily rule, procrastination stopped running my life.

Instead of juggling 10 small tasks, I was finishing one big one—and feeling real progress.
Less stress. More results.

And I wasn’t alone—thousands of professionals I’ve trained across the world tell me this one shift helped them take back control of their time.

📣 FAQ Section:

Q: What if I have multiple “frogs” each day?
A: Always start with the one that has the biggest long-term impact. You can eat the second frog after that.

Q: What if my mornings are already busy?
A: Get up earlier. Even 30 focused minutes can change your life if used right.

🏁 Conclusion: Win Your Morning, Win Your Day

Every day, you have a choice:
Avoid what matters—or attack it head-on.

Choose progress over perfection. Choose frogs over fluff.

So here’s my challenge to you:

“What’s your frog tomorrow—and will you eat it before 9:00 AM?”