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You can think of projects in two types: heavy lift and simmering.

Heavy lift projects are those that require a lot of focus and time to complete (think: carrying a couch up a flight of stairs—you can’t stop halfway and finish tomorrow). Simmering projects can be left on the metaphorical back burner and worked on intermittently.

It’s important to understand what kind of project you are dealing with so that you can plan your time accordingly. Mistaking a heavy lift project for a simmering one will make life more difficult.

For example, if you are learning a new skill, e.g. programming, it’s a heavy lift project. New things require a lot of practice and uninterrupted time because you’re holding a lot in mind and making connections. This requires long periods to focus. However, once you have a good understanding of fundamentals, it becomes a simmering project allowing you to jump in and out.