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Simple but powerful way to manage your time
Timeboxing is a simple but powerful time management technique. The concept is simple: instead of working on tasks until they are finished, you assign each task a fixed time period. This period is called a 'timebox'. When the timebox ends, you stop working, regardless of whether the task is complete or not.
In this article you can read...
- What is Timeboxing?
- How Does Timeboxing Work?
- Benefits of Timeboxing
- Conclusion
What is Timeboxing?
Timeboxing is a time management technique where you set a fixed time limit for an activity. You 'box in' a certain amount of time for a task, as it were, and then work only on that task during that period.
How Does Timeboxing Work?
The process of timeboxing is quite simple:
- You "dump" all tasks into the "TIMEBOX BRAIN DUMP" box.
- From these, you choose the three tasks with the highest priority, and list them under "TOP PRIORS".
- You then place your top priority tasks in the boxes below the timetable.
When your timbox time is up, stop working on the task - even if you haven't finished. This forces you to stay focused and productive during your allotted time.
Benefits of Timeboxing
There are several advantages to using timeboxing:
- Increased focus
Setting a specific time limit will help you focus on the task at hand. - Prevents procrastination
It is easier to start a task when you know there is an end in sight. - Improves productivity
By working within a set time frame, you can get more done in less time.
Conclusion
Timeboxing is a powerful technique that can help improve your time management skills. It can help you stay focused, avoid procrastination and increase your productivity.
Try it out and see how it works for you!
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