While many people use apps to help increase their productivity, the author has taken the minimalist approach and uses their phone’s built-in clock app instead
This incorporates the Pomodoro method of working, where you work in 25-minute bursts and take breaks in-between, but the author suggests these timeframes can be altered to suit the user
Not only can you set timers and alarms on the clock app, but there is also a stopwatch feature for longer tasks
The simplicity of the clock app means you don’t get overwhelmed with ads and upgrades, that typically come with paid-for apps, and you don’t risk the app overlapping with other apps on your phone, causing distraction
To make the most of the clock app, it’s worth setting recurring alarms for regular daily events, such as starting to respond to emails, lunch breaks, and beginning deep work sessions
The author suggests combining this method with a mindfulness practice and exercise regime, to create a virtuous cycle of timed work and restorative breaks.
