Working: The Pomodoro Technique

Published: Jan. 27, 2022, 8 a.m.

b'For this edition of Working Overtime, hosts June Thomas, Isaac Butler, and Karen Han discuss the pomodoro technique, which involves breaking work into timed intervals and taking breaks in between those intervals. In their conversation, they talk about the benefits of taking breaks and using timers, but they also underscore the importance of creative momentum. Could the pomodoro technique actually disrupt the flow of certain tasks?\\nIf you have creative techniques or strategies to share, or if you\\u2019d like some advice from June, Isaac, and Karen, send us an email at working@slate.com or leave a message at (304) 933-9675.\\xa0\\nPodcast production by Cameron Drews.\\nIf you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Big Mood, Little Mood\\u2014and you\\u2019ll be supporting the work we do here on Working. Sign up now at slate.com/workingplus.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'