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The Pomodoro Study Method

25 + 5 min
30 + 5 min
Which one is correct?!

The key is:
Focus on a task for about 30 minutes,
Take a 5-minute break,

Then move on to the next task.
Don’t do the same thing again.

If I were to work for the next 2 hours,
I’d break it into four 30-minute blocks:

Blog & task organization
AW goals – FQ
60th birthday party + Instagram Live
QC discussion

That makes 2 hours.

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Let's break down the Pomodoro Technique, a time management method designed to boost productivity.
The Pomodoro Technique (Pomodoro) consists of 25-minute work sessions followed by 5-minute breaks.
Not only does it improve efficiency, but it also helps reduce mental fatigue by breaking tasks into manageable chunks.

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Here’s how to apply the Pomodoro Technique in simple steps:

1️⃣ List your tasks for the day in order of priority.
2️⃣ Pick one task and start a 25-minute Pomodoro session.
3️⃣ Once the session is complete, check off what you accomplished.
4️⃣ Take a 5-minute break.
5️⃣ Repeat steps 2–4 for three more Pomodoros.
6️⃣ After four Pomodoros, take a 15–30 minute break.

Repeat this cycle, tracking how many Pomodoros each task requires until completion.

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The Key to Success: "Timing" and "Action"

The biggest reason for my success was starting a business in the mid-1990s.
I stumbled upon the early days of the internet and jumped in without overthinking it.
Many others encountered the internet, but not everyone recognized its potential.

2. The Rise of the Internet and a Generation of Entrepreneurs

As internet technology evolved (email, WWW, browsers), excitement grew.
Notable entrepreneurs who started around the same time: Larry Page & Sergey Brin (Google), Elon Musk, Marc Andreessen
My company also succeeded in internet advertising.

3. The Turning Point: To Act or Not to Act

Back then, people from The University of Tokyo starting a business was rare (only three people in 1996).
Most graduates followed the conventional path—joining corporations or government agencies.
From a rational perspective, starting a business made more sense as corporate salaries didn’t rise much, and career advancement was slow.

4. The Key Lessons About Entrepreneurship

Action is more important than preparation ("preparing to start a business" is pointless).
You don’t need a company to start (secure contracts first, and you can incorporate later.)
Startup costs today are lower than ever (shared offices, crowdfunding, etc.).

5. Why You Should Start Young

Entrepreneurship requires stamina. By your 40s and 50s, energy declines, making bold challenges harder.
Repetition matters. The more you try, the more you learn—and eventually, you’ll succeed.
Every successful entrepreneur has failed many times.

6. The Best Business Ideas Solve “Pain Points”

Recruit Co.'s philosophy of "Solve people’s frustrations" is crucial.
Even small inconveniences—like brushing teeth or going to the bathroom—could be transformed.
Breakthroughs once thought impossible (hibernation tech, nuclear fusion) are now becoming reality.

7. The Mindset for the Future

Never assume something is impossible—just try.
Building a business around solving pain points creates value.
Act immediately. The best time to start is right after you hear this message.

Conclusion: Take Action Now

Success is the multiplication of timing and action.
The world is constantly changing, and conditions for entrepreneurship have never been better.
Start small, take action, and increase your number of attempts.

This entire speech is centered around one message:Action creates success.

Recruit’s “Solving Pain Points” Approach

✅ What is a "Pain Point" (負)?
→ Inconvenience, dissatisfaction, anxiety, or lack—any inefficiency or challenge people experience.

✅ If You Solve It, You Have a Business!
→ Creating a system that eliminates pain points generates value and business opportunities.

✅ Recruit’s Success Stories

Job-hunting pain → Rikunabi, Indeed
Marriage-related stress → Zexy
Learning difficulties → Study Sapuri
Finding a home → SUUMO

✅ Key Takeaways
🔹 Identify everyday inconveniences and frustrations → They’re business opportunities!
🔹 Solve things people assume are “just the way it is” → You can create new markets!
🔹 Take action! → Test quickly, improve fast.

💡 Find a pain point, solve it, and build a successful business!