Pomodoro Technique Illustrated

Inverting Dependency

The best strategy for dealing with internal interruptions is to observe, accept, and plan or remove. As mentioned, never switch activities in the middle of a Pomodoro. The rule says, “Once a Pomodoro begins, it has to ring.” For instance, following my instincts can appear urgent, but with a little distance I realize that the box office will still be ready to answer my call if I choose to do it during my next Pomodoro, instead of interrupting my current one.

Without this strategy, the result of my activities depends on me not responding urgently to any instincts. Now, when I think of something I need to do, I write it down and ...