Try This Time Management Tool: Pomodoro Technique

The Pomodoro Technique simplifies time and task management with a single, simple tool: a timer.

 

Follow these steps to maximize your work sessions with the Pomodoro Technique:

 

  1. Choose your timer. The Pomodoro Technique is based on the tomato-shaped kitchen timer, but any timer will do.

  2. Track your sessions

o   Use a sticky note, notepad, scratch paper, or your computer

o   Use check boxes or scratch marks to track each session you complete

3. Set your timer for 25 minutes

o   While the timer is ticking, work without distractions

4. When the timer goes off, stop and take a break. Your break should last at least 5 minutes, but should be kept short.

5. After completing 4 successful Pomodoro sessions, take a longer break

o   Now is a good time for a 30-minute break, a snack, or even a short nap to recharge

6. Repeat with sets of 4 sessions until your project or work-day is done

 

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