#18 Pomodoro Technique

The Pomodoro Technique is a popular time management method developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s. Rather than working on a task for an indefinite amount of time, the Pomodoro Technique is all about working in short, sharp bursts and taking regular breaks to ensure the freshness of mind.

How to Pomodoro

• Choose a task you want to focus on
• Remove all distractions
• Set the timer to 25 minutes 
• Work on the task until the timer rings
• Take a 5 minute break, then work for another 25 minutes
• Take a longer break every 4 sessions (around 20  minutes)

To be successful you must ensure you remove all distractions and focus completely on that task. No social media, email, phone calls or even interruptions from your friends (just tell them you're on a "Pomodoro"!)

#11 Bullet Journal - How to organise your life with one simple journal!

Bullet Journal is an analog note-taking system for organising your to-dos, ideas and appointments in one simple but powerful paper notebook. The video above shows you how it's done in a nut shell.

One thing I really like about the Bullet Journal system is its heavy use of shorthand notations and bullet points, as opposed to the longer entries we write in our traditional journals. By sorting entries into three categories: tasks, notes and events, you can virtually capture anything that life throws at you in this handy notebook (as seen below).

While this is just a quick guide, there's actually a lot more to the Bullet Journal system than you might think. There are ways to organise related bullets, tasks, notes, and events into a single organized theme, which is great for managing your projects. There's even a method for moving your items from one "month" to another "month" inside your journal seamlessly. So have a go and see how the Bullet Journal can greatly boost your productivity!

- Michael Wu

#7 Time Managment

An important aspect of studying is time management. Whether you are doing full- time or part-time at university, time management is key to being successful. Not only is time management important with your studies, it’s also essential when you enter the workforce.

Part-time students have both uni and work to juggle, therefore managing their time efficiently is critical. If they fail to do so they can burn out or become highly stressed out with the deadlines of both university assignments and at their workplace.

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Full time student’s major problem is balancing time between subjects. Taking up to four units means a lot of work and assignments. Ensuring that time is adequately planned out is vital to ensure that there isn't a sudden rush to complete a number of assignments due in the same week or on the same day!

Some tips to ensure your time management is successful:

·         Plan ahead. Look at assignment due dates and plan accordingly

·         Be organised. Use “to do” lists if necessary

·         Prioritise. Do the more important tasks first or the tasks that will take the most time

·         Avoid overload. Don’t forget to relax, take short breaks to ensure you are productive

·         Be flexible. Know how to rearrange your schedule when needed. Don’t be afraid to ask for help

Aaron H