Assessing The Impact Of Procrastination On Workplace Efficiency And Employee Performance

Background: Procrastination with self-regulation, motivation, and emotional control as its underlying causes is a psychological issue, in addition to being a mere time management problem (Metin et al., 2016). Procrastination at work takes many forms, like employees extending deadlines, postponing their assignments, or instead of their primary responsibilities, focussing on unimportant activities. Procrastination is a serious issue that can hinder organisational success aside from being a personal struggle for employees. Organisations can boost outcomes for performance, promote a more dynamic and productive work setting, and improve employee well-being by employing targeted strategies and interventions to address procrastination. This study's main goal is to assess procrastination and how it affects efficiency at work and the performance of an employee at work, with an emphasis on finding the critical elements that influence this habit and its effects in organisational contexts. Material and Method: This research is based on secondary data. The qualitative research is done using articles which are published in academic journals of repute. The care is taken to refer only latest articles unless the article is seminal or of great importance. Results: The results indicate that procrastination significantly hampers work performance and engagement, driven by psychological factors like anxiety, environmental distractions, and organizational shortcomings such as unclear goals. Addressing these factors through engagement strategies, clear objectives, and economic incentives can reduce procrastination, leading to improved productivity and a more motivated workforce. Conclusion: Procrastination negatively impacts performance, work engagement, and productivity. Addressing it requires understanding psychological, environmental, and organizational factors. Enhancing work engagement and clear goals, reducing distractions, and providing economic incentives can mitigate procrastination. By focusing on these aspects, organizations can boost productivity and foster a more efficient, motivated workforce.