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The Pomodoro Technique

by Chris30K
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Has anybody ever used this? I gave it a shot recently for my monotonous activities that I hate (data entry), and it seemed to work pretty good - who else on here has used it?

For those who don't know what it is, here's a link to it:
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  • Profile picture of the author C G
    Why don't you outsource the data entry activities and focus on more important tasks?

    Cheers,

    C.G.
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    • Profile picture of the author heavysm
      I've tried it but have found that marathon runs of "just getting all the stuff done" at once really helps me.

      This technique broke up my work flow and it felt weird to take a break when i wasn't really wanting to.

      But that's just me lol *shrugs shoulders*
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      • Profile picture of the author cyberdenizen
        Originally Posted by heavysm View Post

        I've tried it but have found that marathon runs of "just getting all the stuff done" at once really helps me.

        This technique broke up my work flow and it felt weird to take a break when i wasn't really wanting to.

        But that's just me lol *shrugs shoulders*
        I think the Pomodoro Technique is not for everyone. My brother hates it. I only use it when I do mindless, repetitive tasks which I seldom do nowadays.
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    • Profile picture of the author Chris30K
      Originally Posted by C G View Post

      Why don't you outsource the data entry activities and focus on more important tasks?

      Cheers,

      C.G.
      That is my most important task right now
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  • Profile picture of the author RogozRazvan
    I've been using it for 3 - 4 years now.

    It is great for some tasks, not so great for others.

    When I am in a state of flow, I don't use it. I just work on it until I am done.

    When I am not very attracted by the task or I find myself distracted with ease, I tend to use a 25 minutes timer.

    PT is nothing more than time boxing. It doesn't matter if it is 15 minutes or 25 or 60.

    The rules are the same:
    1. Decide on a task or a set of highly related tasks (example, answer all your unanswered emails).
    2. Pick a timer and set it on a duration optimal for your focus. Some people can focus for 15 minutes, others for 60.
    3. Get to work and don't do anything else until the timer is done.

    Single-tasking & time-boxing & focus.

    When it comes to sales copy, I rarely use it. I do use it when I am engaged into ghostwriting, especially into my projects or into repetitive or not so challenging tasks.
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  • Profile picture of the author elusian
    I have used this technique before and liked it. I ended up using my own system though where I make my list of things to do and write down the amount of time allotted next to each task. For those who like an external signal though the Pomodoro technique does work very well.
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    • Profile picture of the author Jeff Schuman
      I had not heard of this. I guess it works if you apply it, pretty much like anything else. For me making a daily to do list and marking things off as I complete them has worked for years. It keeps me organized, and I get motivated when I draw a line through a completed item, so I get more done everyday. The daily to do list also helps me defeat procrastination which is generally not a problem.
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  • Profile picture of the author rbates
    The Pomodoro Technique is essentially another "Gimmick" to
    get people to focus more easily. As has been mentioned, it is
    not for everyone. I tried it once and it slowed me down.

    The technique uses some marker, such as a buzzer or alarm
    that goes off after a set amount of time. I find that if I am in
    the middle of doing something, and then that damnable buzzer
    thing goes off, then I can lose focus on what I was doing.

    It is probably good for those who are not disciplined enough
    to be able to work on things that they hate doing. Even working
    for 10 or 15 minutes, and then taking a break for 2 or 3 days
    will eventually get the job done.
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