Parkinson’s Law is the adage that tasks expand to fit the time allotted for their completion. In other words, if you give yourself a longer timeframe to finish something, you’re likely to use up that entire time, even if the task could be completed more efficiently. 

This concept underscores how people often allow inefficiencies to take hold when there’s ample time. To harness this principle, set shorter and specific deadlines to create a sense of urgency and encourage focused work. 

By consciously limiting the time available for tasks, you can increase productivity and prevent unnecessary delays caused by the natural tendency to fill time with less productive activities.