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Parkinson’s Law is layered, like an onion

Time management described through Parkinson’s Law is comprised of three fundamental truths of human behaviour: to do our best, be happy, and to act only when motivated.

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How do you overcome Parkinson’s Law?

How do you overcome Parkinson’s Law?

Understanding Parkinson’s Law is only half the battle. What you really want to know is how to prevent that eleventh-hour crunch to get work shipped.

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