Episode 50: Finish Before You Start
SUMMARY
If you want to be great in God’s Kingdom, you're going to have to become a servant of all. A good servant finishes what they start. The implication, the majority of people don’t finish what they start. In this episode, Milo and Olivia explore the impact of unfinished projects on our mental, emotional, financial, and relational health. Join them as they look at biblical insights and practical steps to prioritize and complete your tasks.
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PODCAST NOTES
Title: Finish Before You Start
Hosts: Milo Curtis and Olivia Curtis
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INTRODUCTION
If you want to be great in God’s Kingdom, you're going to have to become a servant of all. A good servant finishes what they start. The implication, the majority of people don’t finish what they start. In this episode, Milo and Olivia explore the impact of unfinished projects on our mental, emotional, financial, and relational health. Join them as they look at biblical insights and practical steps to prioritize and complete your tasks.
THE IMPACT OF UNFINISHED PROJECTS
When my mind is regularly occupied by the things that are incomplete I experience MENTAL fatigue. A study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology found that unfinished tasks can cause mental strain, with participants reporting higher anxiety levels and lower productivity when faced with incomplete work.
When things are incomplete I’m over extended with expectations leading to EMOTIONAL fatigue. Research suggests that continuously thinking about unfinished tasks can contribute to feelings of overwhelm and burnout. Approximately 42% of professionals cite feeling stressed about their inability to complete tasks.
When I have things unfinished I have resources tied up that can lead to FINANCIAL fatigue. A study by the Harvard Business Review revealed that uncompleted projects can cost organizations up to 25% of the initial project budget due to wasted resources and time on unfinished work.
When I can’t complete what others are asking of me it leads to RELATIONAL fatigue. Trust is eroded when unfinished projects begin to pile up creating a wedge between people.
THE VALUE OF FINISHING THINGS
Jesus is our ultimate Spiritual Leader…and he was a man who finished things. In fact, the last thing he said on the cross was, “It is finished” (John 19:30). Consider these passages of Scripture and the value of what it means to finish what we start
By finishing what I start…
I bring GLORY to God
I have brought you glory on earth by completing [finishing] the work you gave me to do. - John 17:4I stay focused on God’s BEST
My food," said Jesus, "is to do the will of him who sent me and to finish his work. - John 4:34I practice WISDOM and build a good REPUTATION
Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will he not first sit down and estimate the cost to see if he has enough money to complete it? 29 For if he lays the foundation and is not able to finish it, everyone who sees it will ridicule him, 30 saying, 'This fellow began to build and was not able to finish. - Luke 14:28-30My EAGERNESS is hitched to my ABILITY
Now finish the work, so that your eager willingness to do it may be matched by your completion of it, according to your means. - 2 Corinthians 8:11I cultivate PERSEVERANCE
Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. - James 1:4
NEXT STEPS
Finishing undone projects before starting new ones can help reduce clutter and create a more organized environment. Here are some steps to effectively manage and complete those projects:
Make a List: Write down all the unfinished projects. Include details about what needs to be done for each one.
Prioritize: Identify which projects are most important or urgent. Consider factors like deadlines, the impact on your living space, and the time required to complete each project.
Start Small: Tackle smaller projects or tasks first to build momentum. Completing these can boost motivation for larger projects.
Create a Schedule: Dedicate specific times each week to work on these projects. Consistency will help keep you focused.
Track Progress: Keep a record of what you've completed and what remains to be done. This can provide motivation as you see your progress.
Celebrate Milestones: Acknowledge when you complete projects or significant tasks to maintain motivation
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