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The Ultimate Guide to Cognitive Work Session Length For Peak Performance

Nuanced insights depending on your current level of work ethic.

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The famous Pomodoro technique says that you should work for 25 minutes, interspersed by 5-minute breaks.

But is it really that simple?

I don’t believe so. And while I love simplification, I hate oversimplification.

In this article, I want to help you develop a deep understanding of a rather important question: how long should your work sessions be?

Most of these insights may seem like overkill for most people — but people who want to take their work ethic to the next level will find it insanely helpful.

Let’s dive in.

The Anatomy of a Work Session

Before we discuss the actual suggestions, it’s helpful to understand the various points that you’ll encounter in a work session.

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• Point A: An internal or external trigger that says that you should start working.