Like many of you, I am almost always working on side projects. I have tried several productivity techniques to get the most out of my spare time, like the Pomodoro technique and staying in the flow.
It seems the technique that works for someone is very dependent on the type of task. As a software engineer, I prefer to stay in the flow once I am there. I don't want to be disturbed every 25 minutes.
Not long ago, I read how people factor in their energy levels when planning tasks. Over the years, I found out that my most productive hours are early in the morning. I always try to plan architectural tasks in the morning. I do the actual programming a few hours later, following my plans.
I know many people only roughly follow the Pomodoro technique, breaking after two pomodori instead of one, or starting on a new pomodoro, while they should be documenting.
Also, these techniques in themself don't track your progress or allow you to plan ahead. You still have to write that down somewhere separately.
I wonder what you think about these productivity techniques and how you use them. If you use the Pomodoro Technique, how do you fill your breaks?
I am especially interested; the software I have worked on for a few years is about increasing your productivity. Your findings could be valuable additions.
I have added an Ad to the Market place where you can find more detailed information. The Ad is called: 'Quotodoro: How to be more productive and reach your goals. For entrepreneurs and freelancers.'
If you are interested, you can use the promotion code FASTLANE for an extended trial period of 28 days. This will give you ample time to try all the functionalities of Quotodoro. When you decide to sign up, you will receive a 5% discount on the monthly subscription for the duration of your membership.
Ed
Some interesting articles:
Pomodoro technique
The Pomodoro Technique — Why It Works & How To Do It
Articles about getting in the Flow
The Flow State: How to Enter Your Brain's Most Productive State
How To Reach Flow State (Using 10 Flow State ‘Triggers’)
Energy levels
When to work: How to optimize your daily schedule for energy, motivation, and focus
It seems the technique that works for someone is very dependent on the type of task. As a software engineer, I prefer to stay in the flow once I am there. I don't want to be disturbed every 25 minutes.
Not long ago, I read how people factor in their energy levels when planning tasks. Over the years, I found out that my most productive hours are early in the morning. I always try to plan architectural tasks in the morning. I do the actual programming a few hours later, following my plans.
I know many people only roughly follow the Pomodoro technique, breaking after two pomodori instead of one, or starting on a new pomodoro, while they should be documenting.
Also, these techniques in themself don't track your progress or allow you to plan ahead. You still have to write that down somewhere separately.
I wonder what you think about these productivity techniques and how you use them. If you use the Pomodoro Technique, how do you fill your breaks?
I am especially interested; the software I have worked on for a few years is about increasing your productivity. Your findings could be valuable additions.
I have added an Ad to the Market place where you can find more detailed information. The Ad is called: 'Quotodoro: How to be more productive and reach your goals. For entrepreneurs and freelancers.'
If you are interested, you can use the promotion code FASTLANE for an extended trial period of 28 days. This will give you ample time to try all the functionalities of Quotodoro. When you decide to sign up, you will receive a 5% discount on the monthly subscription for the duration of your membership.
Ed
Some interesting articles:
Pomodoro technique
The Pomodoro Technique — Why It Works & How To Do It
Articles about getting in the Flow
The Flow State: How to Enter Your Brain's Most Productive State
How To Reach Flow State (Using 10 Flow State ‘Triggers’)
Energy levels
When to work: How to optimize your daily schedule for energy, motivation, and focus
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