The art of phantom tasking involves creating tasks that are so convincing, so real, that even the most skeptical of minds will believe they exist.
Start with a blank piece of paper or a blank computer screen. The less cluttered the better.

Describe the task in as much detail as possible without actually describing it. This will create a sense of urgency and importance.
Example: "This task will revolutionize the way we think about the meaning of life, but for now, let's just focus on getting it done."
For the truly advanced practitioner, the key is to create tasks that are not only real but also nonexistent.