Pomodoro Technique
Overview of the Pomodoro Technique
The basic idea of the Pomodoro Technique: you plan the work you intend to complete in one day, and then set a timer for 25 minutes to complete the first task in the plan; in these 25 minutes, you only focus on this task, No distractions. When there is interference, you can block the interference in various ways, but usually you will try to ensure that you are not disturbed at all. In short, you don't want your focus on work to be interrupted. At the end of another 5 minutes, set a timer for 5 minutes and take a break. This is called a ""Pomodoro"". After every 4 Pomodoros, take a break, usually 15 minutes.
Take action
Try the Pomodoro Technique. Don't worry about setting a goal of how many Pomodoros per day, just try using this method and make a list of how much you can accomplish in a week.
Once you know how many Pomodoros you can complete a week, you can set a goal for the next week and see if you can reach that goal. Notice how much work you've accomplished and how you're feeling after completing your daily Pomodoro goal.
Fixed work method
An overview of the positioning method
Make your own quota, think about what tasks you want to accomplish each week or month, and write them down.
Quota example
Publish a blog every day
Take one technical lesson a day
Do 50 Pomodoros a week
Read 5 pages of inspirational books every day
Rules of the Fixed Work Act
- Pick a repetitive task.
- Define the effective time limit during which the task is repeated.
- Specify the number of times the task should be completed within a given limited time limit.
- Make a promise to yourself: you must meet your quota.
- Adjustment. Quotas can be adjusted up or down, but not within the valid time period.
Take action
- Make a list of all the repetitive tasks in your life. In particular, focus on things you can't accomplish right now, but you can benefit from once you do.
- Select at least one task and commit to the amount to be completed within the specified time period. Take this commitment seriously and try to stick to it for at least 5 time periods. Imagine what would happen if you could stick with it for a few months or a few years.