The Pomodoro technique is a productivity technique that uses time intervals for scheduling work and breaks afterwards.The intervals are usually 25 minutes in length.The technique claims that the timed workflows can improve mental agility, thus improving your productivity in the long run.There is an app in the Play Store that will help you keep track of your work intervals.One of the most important elements in using the technique properly is a bit of preparation.
Step 1: Prepare yourself for it.
A plan of action is required before diving in.You can keep your To Do List organized with the help of a spreadsheet creator.
Step 2: The launch sheets contain information.
The green spreadsheet icon can be found in your home screen or app drawer.
Step 3: There is a sheet that can be created.
To create a new sheet, tap the + icon in the lower-right corner.The title will be Untitled spreadsheet.You can rename the sheet by pressing the back key once to go back to the list of sheets, and then tapping the three-dot menu icon in the lower right corner of the tile.Key in the name you want the To-Do List to have.
Step 4: The list should be filled in.
The activities you will complete during your work hours will be contained in this list.The activities should be in the first column.After finishing an activity, place an X on the second column to mark it as finished.Budget how many pomodoros you must dedicate to an activity so that you have enough time to complete it.Place the type of activity before the activity's name, followed by a colon.The first and second activities are "Write: How to Be More Productive with Pomodroid" and "Refine: how to be more productive with pomo dragon", respectively.While you have time to create content for the piece, you can also use a pomodoro to make sure the article has top-notch quality.
Step 5: Pomodroid can be launched.
The red tomato-shaped kitchen timer icon can be found on your home screen or in the app drawer.This will take you to the main screen.
Step 6: Start with work.
The "Start" button is located at the lower left corner of the screen.While displaying the time remaining, the counter above the button will start.Work until the time is over.To stop the timer when you find yourself distracted, you have to tap thePause button next to theStart button.You have to start the activity over again.This may sound extreme, but it helps to keep you focused because the stakes are higher when you let yourself become distracted after long minutes of working.The restart icon is at the right side of the "Pause" button.Only have tabs open for work if you want to stay focused.Log off your social network, lock the office door, and have a do not disturb policy at home or work.When the timer has reached its limit, the app will count pomodoros as complete.
Step 7: There is a break.
You get a 5-minute break after each pomodoro.You can stretch, walk around the office, or get some snacks during this time.You don't want to waste time getting snacks during your breaks if you gather them before the work day starts.Don't stop work if you want to.Stop everything when the time is up.If you haven't finished the activity, use as many pomodoros as you can.It is easy to lose track of time if you don't keep a record of your break times.
Step 8: Begin another pomodoro.
If you haven't finished the activity yet, restart it using another pomodoro.
Step 9: Take into account the number of pomodoros it took to complete the activity.
When you make your progress report, you need to record your productivity.
Step 10: A secondary spreadsheet can be used.
If you want to create a new spreadsheet and title it "Progress Report", use the spreadsheet composer of your choice.
Step 11: Go ahead and add the headings.
The first six columns are Date, Time, Type, Activity, Pomodoros, and Notes.
Step 12: You can enter the details.
The date, time, type, activity, and number of pomodoros are listed.It's important to have the inventory open as you work so you can quickly key in the data when you're done.
Step 13: You should assess your work.
After a few days of using the technique, you should begin to see improvements in how quickly you work, as well as the free time you generate from strictly using your time to work.You will be able to accurately gauge how many pomodoros it takes to perform an activity if you master the technique.