Step 4: Timing It Perfectly

Now we're getting down to business. The art of timing your coffee break is not for the faint of heart.

According to scientific studies, the ideal coffee break duration is precisely 17.5 minutes to 22.3 minutes per session.

We recommend you take a 5-minute power walk around the office, stare intensely at a wall, and contemplate the meaning of life during this time. Anything less is a waste of time.

But don't just take our word for it! Visit our Substep 5: The Scientific Method for more information on the research behind this crucial step.

Or, if you're feeling particularly adventurous, try Extra Credit: The Coffee Break Dance Party for a more... unscientific approach.