The tomato timer (photo below) is how Francesco Cirillo got inspired to invent the time management system known as the Pomodoro Technique.

You can use the Pomodoro Technique to enhance your productivity by getting into deep focus, concentrating on one task at a time and building in brain breaks.

The Pomodoro technique is a simple method of focusing on your tasks for short bursts; typically you set a timer and work for 25 minutes without distraction and then take a break.

We've known for some time that setting a timer and working in dashes can get help procrastinators jump past those imposing first steps. The Pomodoro Technique takes that further, offering a ...