Less stress
The deadlines you surround yourself with put pressure on you, bringing worries, plus unhealthy levels of stress and tension. In the long run this is unsustainable for the human body. If you've ever sat up in bed, unable to sleep and worried about some unfinished task, you'll know all about this. But it's an unnecessary pressure that you can get rid of.
You will deal even with unexpected events
You know what it's like: you mean to do something, then life changes ... and usually just before the deadline. If you give yourself enough time for submission, you will be able to respond to sudden changes in the assignment and other circumstances you may encounter in your personal life. What if, for example, you or someone in your family suddenly falls ill and you have to focus on health instead of work?
Being one step ahead is a good feeling
Managing to deliver even earlier than the deadline is a really good feeling. In addition, working like this often seems like more fun.
Room for improvement
If you've ever hurried to complete a task so as to be able to deliver it on time at all, you will know the necessity sometimes to make concessions and the impossibility always to deliver a job 100% well done. However, if you finish ahead of schedule, you'll have time to evaluate performance and make any improvements and adjustments.
You won't miss a chance
If you fail to meet a deadline, for example with an order for a client, you will often not get a second chance.
Avoid the consequences
Many terms are associated with some sanction: for example, a fine, reprimand or extra work brought about by your unpunctuality.
Maintain a good reputation
Are you someone others can count on always to arrive on time or never leave late, so that others can link up well with you? This is exactly the reputation you will create if you deliver on time or, even better, before the deadline.
Free time and mind
When you finish something on your list, you can immediately stop thinking about it. Completing ahead of time will free up your mind and allow you time to work on other things, instead of endlessly worrying about one late task. In addition, if you are waiting for a holiday, for example, it is great to leave with a clear desk and head.
Time to help others
You should always do your own work before volunteering to help others. Otherwise, it can easily happen that you will not chase your own deadlines and in fact, the assistance you provide to a colleague or partner will not be completely effective either. If you finish earlier, then you can help others who need help or guidance.
Motivation
If you deliver on time or before the deadline, you are suddenly on top of things and have the motivation and desire to embark on further tasks. Take advantage of it.
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