Definition: A method to alternate focused work with regular breaks.
Example: I studied hard for 25 minutes, took a 5-minute break, then repeated it. I got so much done!
Application: Try this method for any task. It’s simple and keeps your brain from getting fried while still getting stuff done.
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There are two kinds of focus: scattered (multitasking mess) and directed (laser-like attention). You want directed focus—it’s how people who crush their goals get stuff done. But first, you need to understand what's distracting you and how to stop it.
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Similar ideas to The Pomodoro Technique
This method is useful for people who get easily distracted.
With the Pomodoro method, you split your work sessions into 25- minutes, followed by a 5-minute break. Most people use a timer for this productivity technique.
Is all about working in short, massively productive, intensely focused bursts, and then giving yourself a brief break:
This method is best for people who enjoy working in short, focused sprints with frequent breaks. It forces you to consider how long your work will take.
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