The Pomodoro Technique: Introduced Unofficially In 10 Slides
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The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method that uses a timer to break down work into intervals, traditionally 25 minutes in length separated by short breaks. It involves focusing single-mindedly on a task, then taking a break to rest before focusing on the next task. The technique helps improve productivity by taking regular breaks to reduce stress and refocus, and allows tasks to be broken down into manageable intervals that help avoid procrastination.
The Pomodoro Technique: Introduced Unofficially In 10 Slides
- 1. The Pomodoro Technique An Unofficial Introduction This is OpenTalkWare The "The Pomodoro Technique" may be protected by trademark where you live. This unofficial guide was prepared without permission and reflects the opinions of the authors only.
- 2. A Pomodoro is... 1 . a tomato (to an Italian) 2 . a timebox (when using the technique) • lasting 25 minutes • of focused productive effort.
- 3. The Pomodoro is... • a timer shaped like a pomodoro • for tomato sauce • or the technique • Wind... • ...tick tick tick... • ...bringgg! • Now relax.
- 4. More Than A Timer • The Pomodoro is distinctive... • but don't be fooled... • just using a tomato shaped timer isn't enough. • The technique is prescriptive.
- 5. Talking Tools • The Pomodoro (but any timer will do) • A pencil (but a pen will do) • Paper • To Do sheet • Activity Inventory sheet • Records sheet
- 6. Start The Day • by reviewing the backlog. • From the Activity Inventory... • prioritise • and enter on daily To Do sheet. • Add Unplanned & Urgent Activities
- 7. Focus In The Timebox • Protect flow and focus. • If interrupted during a pomodoro • record • negotiate • ignore • or abandon the timebox.
- 8. And Finally Record • Each day... • transfer daily notes to Records sheet. • For continuous personal improvement • and improved estimation.
- 9. Breaking The Backlog • Aggregate small tasks • Decompose large tasks into 5-7 pomodoro size
- 10. Sustainable Progress • "Once a pomodoro begins, it has to ring" • Establish the work-rest rhythm • After a pomodoro, rest for 3-5 minutes • After a set of 4, rest for 15-30 minutes
- 11. Putting It All Together 1. Select tasks for the day 2. Focus for 25 minutes; break for 5 minutes 3. Repeat 4 times; take a longer break 4. Repeat 5. Review, reflect and record day
- 12. Thanks • To Francesco Cirillo for developing, describing and popularising the technique. • To The Pomodoro Technique: Illustrated
- 13. Notes • The Pomodoro Technique may be a trademark where you live! • This unofficial guide was prepared without permission and the opinions reflect the views of the authors only. And Finally • Based on The Pomodoro Technique: An Unofficial Introduction by OpenTalkWare. Original source is available under CC-BY. UI based on S5 which is public domain.