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SYMPTOMSConstantly delaying and putting off things until the last minute. Has a lot of excuses. Lives in the Tomorrowland where the sun is brighter and grass is greener.
TREATMENTStart with an easy task to get you going. Break big tasks into little pieces. Don't punish yourself for failing. Ask: how the current task helps with the overall objective. Listen and break down your own mind barriers.
MEDICATIONLive in the now instead of the future. Regular check-ups.
PROGNOSIS80% cured after a 90 day recovery program.
CONDITIONPROCRASTINITIS
SYMPTOMSAlways has an excuse. Very good at steering direct questions towards something else until you forget them altogether. Uses big words and vague concepts. Shifts blame to others.
TREATMENTHelp from the boss: Control the conversation or use a written medium. Ask about results and facts, preferably numbers. Ask to prepare an outline that details how he or she will achieve the objective or task.
MEDICATIONWriting medium with limited characters and a guideline.
PROGNOSISUnknown, needs testing.
CONDITION
DEMAGOGUE DEMENTIA
SYMPTOMSAlways has an excuse. Very good at steering direct questions towards something else until you forget them altogether. Uses big words and vague concepts. Shifts blame to others.
TREATMENTHelp from the boss: Control the conversation or use a written medium. Ask about results and facts, preferably numbers. Ask to prepare an outline that details how he or she will achieve the objective or task.
MEDICATIONWriting medium with limited characters and a guideline.
PROGNOSISUnknown, needs testing.
SYMPTOMSTable is a mess, calendar is always booked, always has a spreadsheet open, wears a headset at all times. Nobody knows what the “bee” actually does. TREATMENTHelp from the boss to identify his or her objectives. Implement a daily/weekly status evaluation method.
MEDICATIONPPP (Plans, Progress, Problems) method, daily one-on-one stand-up meetings, clear goals and expectations, surveillance needed.
PROGNOSIS50/50, further evaluations needed.
CONDITIONBUSY BEE COMPLEX
CONDITION
1ST DEGREE NOTIFICATION VICTIM
AKA CHRONIC MULTITASKER
SYMPTOMSTable is a mess, calendar is always booked, always has a spreadsheet open, wears a headset at all times. Nobody knows what the “bee” actually does. TREATMENTHelp from the boss to identify his or her objectives. Implement a daily/weekly status evaluation method.
MEDICATIONPPP (Plans, Progress, Problems) method, daily one-on-one stand-up meetings, clear goals and expectations, surveillance needed.
PROGNOSIS50/50, further evaluations needed.
SYMPTOMSWhile working, has all the possible programs open at the same time - e-mails, skype, social media etc. Hops between notifications and tasks. May not be doing it on purpose.
TREATMENTFind a quiet space. Shut down all the possible distractions. Do one task at a time.
MEDICATIONSilence and do not disturb mode button on the phone.
PROGNOSIS70% cured after 21 successful sessions. Supervision needed. (takes 21 days to form a habit, 3 to break one).
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CONDITION
1ST DEGREE NOTIFICATION VICTIM
AKA CHRONIC MULTITASKER
SYMPTOMSAlways in meetings or on the way to a meeting. Accepts meetings without asking why they are necessary. Can be contagious.
TREATMENTBefore accepting or organizing another meeting, go through the following checklist: Why is the meeting necessary? Is there a clearly defined objective? Is there a prepared agenda? Are there determined participants?
MEDICATIONShave off 50% of your meetings instantly.
PROGNOSIS90% cured if precautions are applied successfully.
CONDITION
MEETING VIRUS
SYMPTOMSDoesn't have a clear goal or an objective. The word "why" is never a consideration for him or her. Does work for the sake of doing work.
TREATMENTSetting long-term and short-term goals.
MEDICATIONOKR's (Objectives & Key Results), SMART Goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Timed), BHAG (Big Hairy Audacious Goals).
PROGNOSIS80% cured after the first 3 accomplished goals.
CONDITIONPOINTLESSNESS SYNDROME
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