FocusBlox is my latest creation. Like the others, it was born out of personal necessity—and a bit of self-observation. I often find that by the end of the day, I haven’t tackled the things that actually matter to me; instead, I’ve let myself get swept away by the daily grind.
Sure, I’ve tried various to-do apps. But the issue isn’t that I don’t know what needs doing. It’s that I lack the discipline to execute tasks in the right order and actually stick to the allotted time slots (timeboxing).
FocusBlox can sync with Apple Reminders or use its own iCloud-synchronized database. It offers several ways to rapidly capture a train of thought, an idea, or a task. Each day, the user defines specific time slots for focused work and then pulls tasks from a prioritized backlog to fill them.
As soon as a FocusBlox session begins, a dedicated screen pops up with a countdown, encouraging you to work with laser focus within that timebox. Just before the time is up, the app nudges you so you can wrap things up neatly and, if necessary, create a follow-up task.
FocusBlox also features daily and weekly reviews. This is where I can see what I’ve actually accomplished and analyze how much time I’ve invested in different types of activities. For my own life, I’ve defined these categories: Learning, Recharging Personal Energy, Making Money, and Social Time. It’s crucial for me to strike a healthy balance across the week.