Using the Pomodoro Technique
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The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s. It's designed to improve productivity by breaking work into intervals, traditionally 25 minutes in length, separated by short breaks. Each interval is known as a "Pomodoro," named after the tomato-shaped kitchen timer that Cirillo used as a university student. 🍅
1. Work in Short Bursts: Focus on a single task for a 25-minute period.
2. Take Regular Breaks: After each Pomodoro, take a 5-minute break to rest and recharge.
3. Longer Breaks: After completing four Pomodoros, take a longer break of 15-30 minutes.
4. Track Progress: Record each completed Pomodoro to monitor progress and estimate the effort required for tasks.
In Creative Command, you can organize your Tasks according to the Pomodoro method. Remember, each Pomodoro block should be focused on one specific task. This approach helps maintain concentration and allows you to make significant progress on a particular goal. Here's an example of what this might look like.
You can easily rearrange the order of your Tasks by clicking, dragging, and dropping them into your preferred sequence.
You add breaks just as you would add a task by clicking the plus button.
"Allow all" will grant access to all apps on your computer. This is a good way to reward yourself after completing a previous session. You can allow yourself a set number of minutes for distractions, such as social media or streaming video.
"Block all" will block all apps. This is a great way to motivate yourself to leave the computer and take a break that does not involve a screen. Go for a walk, do a household chore, or do anything else but sit at the computer.
You can also create a custom break by establishing a Session with a custom allowlist/blocklist.
