Get to the tipping point in every project. That’s what I’ve focused on for several years. There is a point in each project where suddenly you can see the finish line, where the work isn’t marching uphill, and you’re ready to coast through the remaining work to the finish line.
This requires strong focus and dedication in the first half to make the smooth second half possible.
If you procrastinate or allow your focus to be turned to non-essential tasks, you slog through the first half forever and you panic through the second half as the deadline is then usually hours away.
Make a big effort to get to the tipping point, the fulcrum point, and enjoy the work you do.