Not sure that quote refers to taking breaks directly but rather the importance of proper preparation.
However, I do agree with your point that if we want our team members to be productive in the long term, they need to work a sustainable pace and that means giving their minds and bodies time to rest and recuperate.
Like engines, we can run ourselves at 150% for short periods of time, but without preventative maintenance and downtime, we will break down.
Taking breaks is important. Time management helps you utilize your time in the most effective way. So it can help.
I am afraid there is a relation between the quote and time management, though. Saving Changes...
Kiron-
By The way , i got book "Thinking in Bets" which was suggested by you . I read first page of this book. It looks quite interesting.
Thanks for your suggestion. Saving Changes...
Thomas WalentaGlobal Project Economy ExpertHackenheim, Germany
A great book on time management is 'the discovery of slowness' by Sten Nadolny. It describes how John Franklin became a successful ship captain although he suffered from a disease that just made him slow. Saving Changes...
Alok PriyadarshiProject Manager| Tata Consulting Engineers LimitedJamshedpur, Jharkhand, India
Great discussion friends.
In this context I refer pomodoro technique of time management, which suggests that divide your work in 25 to 30 minute duration tasks and take a short break of 5 to 10 minutes after every 25 to 30 minutes work stretch. In this way we can recharge or refresh ourself to become more productive and effective at end. Same time it break monotonous mind frame and allow us to think differently on our problems. Saving Changes...
