Boondoggling is a term that means to engage in small, unimportant, and meaningless activities for the sake of appearing busy. Some synonyms for boondoggling include dilly-dallying, goofing off, loitering, procrastinating, wasting time, idling, and lounging. These actions are often equated with laziness or a lack of motivation, but in some cases, they can actually be quite productive and result in new ideas or solutions. However, it is important to distinguish between productive downtime and unproductive boondoggling, which can negatively impact individual and team productivity. As such, it is important to recognize boondoggling when it occurs and address it accordingly to promote healthy work habits.