Always leave until tomorrow what can be done today

The video discusses the concept of deadlines, emphasizing that they are often manmade and flexible. It suggests that tasks can often be postponed as they may become irrelevant or less urgent over time. However, it warns against procrastinating on critical tasks, especially those related to patient care. The speaker highlights the importance of negotiating deadlines and understanding the true urgency of tasks, as many deadlines are set arbitrarily. The key takeaway is to question the necessity of immediate action and to manage time effectively by understanding the real requirements of tasks.

What is the main idea behind the advice that deadlines are manmade?

• Tasks can often be postponed as they might become irrelevant.

• Deadlines are always fixed and cannot be changed.

• All tasks should be completed immediately.

• Deadlines should be ignored completely.

Why does the speaker suggest verifying the actual deadline of a task?

• To avoid doing unnecessary work if the task becomes irrelevant.

• To ensure the task is completed ahead of time.

• To impress the person who assigned the task.

• To ensure the task is done perfectly.

How does the speaker suggest handling tasks that are requested but later deemed unnecessary?

• Complete them immediately to avoid any issues.

• Ignore them completely.

• Verify the necessity and deadline before starting.

• Ask someone else to do them.

What does the speaker imply about deadlines set by others?

• They are always accurate and should be followed strictly.

• They are often arbitrary and can be negotiated.

• They are set to confuse the person assigned the task.

• They are always set with the best intentions.

What is a common reason people set deadlines two weeks ahead?

• To ensure the task is completed perfectly.

• To ensure the task is done quickly.

• To give themselves more time to review the work.

• To confuse the person assigned the task.