25: The Small Habit That Drives Big Results

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Welcome to the With Intention weekly newsletter where I share ideas & learnings to help you live & lead with intention

At a glance:

• Essay: What’s the secret to unlocking your best work?
• Quote: Small actions lead to change
• Visual: Things are hard before they are easy

What’s the secret to unlocking your best work?

High performers share a common trait: they don’t rely on willpower to get things done.

Instead, they lean on habits—small, intentional practices that create consistent momentum.

One of my favorite habits for staying focused and productive is the Pomodoro Technique.

When my daughter, Reese, struggled to focus on her homework this week, I introduced her to this simple strategy. Endless distractions were turning assignments into marathons. She needed a way to break through.

Here’s how it works:

1️⃣ Pick a task. Choose one thing to focus on.
2️⃣ Set a timer. Work for 25 minutes.
3️⃣ Eliminate distractions. Focus fully on the task.
4️⃣ Take a 5-minute break. Recharge with movement, water, or a quick reset.
5️⃣ Repeat. After 4 cycles, take a longer break (15–30 minutes).

The result? Reese’s productivity skyrocketed. Tasks that once took an hour now take half the time, and she’s more confident than ever.

The beauty of this technique is its simplicity—it builds focus, eliminates overwhelm, and creates a rhythm you can trust.

Try it out this week and see how it transforms your focus and results.

Here’s to building momentum,
Jon

A Visual: Things are hard before they are easy

Source: Roberto Ferraro

Exciting news!

I’m thrilled to share that I’ll be hosting a workshop and officially launching the With Intention course this January. While the exact date isn’t set just yet, I’ll keep you updated as soon as it’s finalized.

Stay tuned—big things are coming!

Until next week…thanks for reading!

—Jon

Jon Giganti Author. Speaker. Leader.

Attention requires a focused head.
Intention requires a focused heart.

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