Work Styles

Let’s talk about how you get stuff done.

Some people love to “eat the frog”—tackling the hardest, most daunting task first so everything else feels easy by comparison. Others prefer to “rev up”—starting with small, easy wins to build momentum before diving into the big stuff.

Neither approach is wrong. But knowing which one suits you best? That’s a game-changer.

The Frog Slayer: Rip Off the Band-Aid

If you’re the type who wants to get the hardest thing out of the way first, congrats—you’re a Frog Slayer (inspired by Mark Twain’s famous advice: “Eat a live frog first thing in the morning, and nothing worse will happen to you the rest of the day”).

Signs You’re a Frog Slayer:

✅ You hate the weight of an unfinished big task hanging over you.
✅ You feel most productive when you get the worst thing done early.
✅ You’d rather endure short-term pain for long-term relief.

How to make it work for you:

• Identify the one most challenging task the night before.

• Start your day with a distraction-free deep focus session.

• Reward yourself with something enjoyable afterward (a coffee, a walk, or a small dopamine hit).

The Momentum Builder: Small Wins First

Then there’s the Momentum Builder—the person who starts with small, easy tasks to get into the groove. This style works because checking off quick wins creates psychological momentum, making it easier to tackle bigger tasks.

Signs You’re a Momentum Builder:

✅ You feel sluggish jumping straight into a big task.
✅ You like warming up with emails, tidying up, or quick tasks.
✅ You gain energy from seeing visible progress early on.

How to make it work for you:

• Create a short “warm-up” list (3–5 simple tasks).

• Set a time limit—15 to 30 minutes max—before shifting to your bigger priority.

• Use the momentum from those small wins to dive into deeper work.

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Which One Are You?

The key is self-awareness. If you force yourself into a working style that doesn’t match your natural rhythm, you’ll struggle with procrastination, frustration, or burnout.

You might even be a hybrid—starting your day with a small win (momentum), then diving into a major task (frog slaying). The trick is to experiment and see what makes you feel most effective.

So, what’s your work style? Frog Slayer or Momentum Builder? Or a mix of both? Let me know—I’d love to hear how you approach your day!

Until next time,

Ajay