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What Is Timeboxing?

Timeboxing is a simple time management technique that involves allotting a fixed, maximum unit of time for an activity in advance, and then completing the activity within that time frame. Welcome to ANB The internet show where we feed your curiosity with bite-sized pieces of knowledge. Today's topic: What is Timeboxing? Timeboxing, a concept that was first introduced by James Martin, is a time management technique where you allocate a fixed time period to a planned activity. You work on the activity during the fixed time period and stop working on it once the time is up -- then, you assess whether or not you've reached your planned goals. Think about an experience where you’ve dealt with the stress of an impending, seemingly impossible deadline. Hopefully you met the deadline but still remember the intensity of the focus you experienced while rushing to get everything done. Timeboxing uses this psychological phenomenon to the advantage of its adopter. Timeboxing is even a great way to instill mundane but valuable tasks into your daily life. For example, many mental health professionals suggest setting aside just five minutes a day for mindful breathing and meditation. This five-minute timebox can fit its way into any part of your schedule, with excellent physical and mental benefits. Even setting aside five minutes a day to tidy up a bedroom and make your bed is a timebox that adds to mental calm by providing a clear space and also saves valuable time on weekend or seasonal cleanups. So how do you use timeboxing? Step 1: Set your timebox for each task. Start by estimating how long it will take you to complete each task on your to-do list. Be realistic—more often than not, tasks take longer to complete than you anticipate, and it’s important to make room for breaks and any unexpected interruptions. You may want to experiment with the duration of your timeboxes -- maybe 15 minutes doesn’t allow you enough time to get into a groove, but after 35 minutes you begin to lose focus. Step 2: Set a timer. Once you’ve allotted time to each task, set a timer to let you know when it’s time to move on to the next task and get to work. Setting a specific period of time will not only motivate you to work efficiently, but it will also ensure other important projects are not neglected. Step 3: Take a break. Between each timebox, be sure to leave room for short breaks. It may be tempting to continue working through allotted break times, but stepping away for a few minutes can actually help you return to your work with a fresh outlook. Step 4: Review, rinse, repeat. At the completion of each timebox, or at the end of your day, take a look at your progress. If you completed all of your tasks, what can you learn and apply to your future schedules? If not, ask yourself honest questions. Did you allow enough time to complete the task? Where did you get derailed or distracted? Experts in productivity have concluded that when tasks are handled in chunks of time rather than given focus until completion, the gross time spent on a task can be reduced significantly. Narrated by: Kashieu If you like our content, be sure to join us on: • Facebook:   / anongaba   Music: https://www.bensound.com #productivity #anongaba #failureparadox