1. CHOOSE A TASK
You know that task you have been trying to tackle for ages? Let's do that.
The pomodoro technique is a time management framework that will improve your focus and productivity. You will finish each day with a sense of accomplishment by doing nothing more than working in 25-minute blocks, followed by 5-minute breaks.The pomodoro technique is simple, yet very effective.
1. Pomodoro is the Italian word for tomato.
2. The pomodoro technique was developed by Francesco Cirillo as a university student, when he used a tomato timer to measure his 25-minute sessions.
3. These intervals became known as pomodoros and the technique became its namesake.
You know that task you have been trying to tackle for ages? Let's do that.
Close emails, shut social media, switch your phone to on do not disturb, close the door. Learning to manage distractions is one of the key skills the pomodoro technique will teach you, it is only 25 minutes after all.
Pick a task, start a 25-minute timer and get to work. When using the pomodoro technique there is no concept of pause, stick to your chosen task for the full session and note any distractions you need to come back to.
Well done. Session complete. Step away from your desk for five minutes, clear your mind, stretch your legs or grab a refreshment
Start the timer again for another session.
After your fourth session take a 20 minute break and come back completely refreshed.