Some tricks:

o Block out time on your calendar, and stick to it.

o Use a timer and commit to just 10 minutes (for example). Often this will get you into the task long enough to build momentum.

o Use the STING approach:
S - Select one task.
T - Time yourself.
I - Ignore everything else.
N - No breaks.
G - Give yourself a reward.

o Before starting, think briefly about *why* you're doing this task. Is it to get a degree? To earn money for yourself or family? Sometimes expressing that underlying motivation can help make it a bit less heinous.

o Try committing to doing a "quick and dirty" version, just to make *some* progress. You may surprise yourself by getting into it and doing a better job ... OR, by being comfortable with the version you do come up with.

Hope that helps!

matt