Focus
Defined Done Criteria
Defined done criteria spell out what finished looks like in one sentence before starting—cutting perfectionism and open-ended work sessions.
Defined done criteria state exactly what finished looks like before work starts—three invoices filed, outline through section two, inbox at zero for today—not vague make progress. Clear done lines cut perfectionism loops and let you stop without guilt.
Write criteria in one sentence visible on the timer or doc tab.
Common questions
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What is a good done line for creative work?
Use output bounds—first draft through scene three, ten sketch variants, mix rough not polished. Done is a container for the session, not publication quality.
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