The Procrastination Equation: How to Stop Putting Things Off and Start Getting Stuff Done

Name: The Procrastination Equation: How to Stop Putting Things Off and Start Getting Stuff Done
Price: 13.01 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (305 reviews)
Author: Piers Steel Ph.d.

by Piers Steel Ph.d.

Self Help

4.4 (305)

4.4 stars from 305 reviews

$13.01Near peak price

Last checked: Jul 1, 2026

Price history: $1.99 – $15.19

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Perfect for you if...

You struggle with finishing important projects and want to understand the psychology of why you procrastinate rather than just willpower harder.
You're curious about behavioural science and how research translates into practical life changes you can actually implement.
You've read popular psychology before (Ariely, Pink) and want something equally rigorous but focused specifically on your biggest productivity block.

Maybe not for you if...

You're looking for quick hacks or a 30-day challenge. This is grounded research, not a weekend fix.
You prefer narrative-driven self-help with stories and anecdotes over the science itself.
You're skeptical that understanding your procrastination patterns will actually change your behaviour without additional support.

About this book

The Procrastination Equation presents methods for identifying and overcoming procrastination habits that interfere with productivity and quality of life. Dr. Piers Steel draws on psychology, evolutionary biology, self-help approaches, and over a decade of research to explain how procrastination works and offers strategies to break free from these patterns. The book addresses the excuses and self-destructive habits that prevent people from doing their best work, providing a framework to understand procrastination and move past it toward more positive outcomes.

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$1.99 – $15.19

Price has dropped 18 times over the last 6 years. Goes on sale roughly every 50 days. Typically stays discounted for 15 days.

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Currently around #52K in the Kindle store — a steady mid-list seller. Sales have softened 25% recently.

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Currently 4.4★ from 305 reviews

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