Productivity technique scheduling workdays into 30-minute segments with 25 minutes of focused work followed by 5-minute breaks. After four cycles, take a 15-minute break. Cal Newport notes this structured approach can match 60+ hour weeks of unstructured work.
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Time chunking involves scheduling your workday into 30-minute segments, spending 25 minutes working on a specific task or batch of tasks, followed by a 5-minute break. This method provides structure while maintaining focus and preventing burnout.
The biggest benefit of time chunking is improved focus on specific tasks through structured time allocation.
Time chunking is similar to the Pomodoro Technique but emphasizes:
Productivity expert Cal Newport advocates that "A 40-hour time-chunked work week produces the same amount of output as a 60+ hour work week pursued without structure."