I have three personal strategies: 1. Make a deal with myself to do some of the boring task (say an hours worth) before switching to something rewarding 2. Pro

I have three personal strategies: 1. Make a deal with myself to do some of the boring task (say an hours worth) before switching to something rewarding 2. Procrastinate until the consequences of not finishing the boring work are technically or socially expensive then rush into it desperately 3. Do it as a sort of down time or palate-cleanser, or a break from more challenging or stressful work