Focus & Productivity Blog

Practical, research-backed guides on building focus habits, using timer techniques effectively, and doing more deep work.

The 52/17 Rule: Why the Most Productive People Work in Bursts
The research behind the 52-minute work / 17-minute break cycle, how it compares to Pomodoro, and how to try it.
Sam Kalra
The Pomodoro Technique: A Complete Guide
How the 25-minute method works, the psychology behind it, common mistakes, and popular variations like 52/17 and 90/20.
Nina Voss
How to Focus Better: 7 Evidence-Based Techniques
Environment design, time blocking, single-tasking, and other proven strategies for sustained concentration.
Sam Kalra
Deep Work: How to Build a Deep Focus Habit
Cal Newport's deep work framework explained, scheduling, rituals, environment setup, and tracking progress.
Eli Torres

Get New Guides by Email

Get notified when new focus strategy articles and timer guides are published.

Suggest a Topic or Feature

Send a timer request, article topic, or usability issue you want fixed next.