

12 Tactics to Make More Time EVERY Day with Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky
118 snips Jul 24, 2024
Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky, co-founders of Character and authors of 'Make Time,' share their expertise on reclaiming productivity. They discuss the importance of prioritizing tasks and highlight a unique strategy for caffeine consumption, advocating for delayed intake to maintain energy. The duo introduces a framework for intentional task management that counters technology distractions. With tips on treating each day as a productivity experiment and mastering focus, they empower listeners to keep their lives aligned with personal priorities and goals.
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Time Management Redefined
- Time management is about prioritizing what truly matters, not just productivity.
- Focus on bringing your best effort to the most important tasks, not simply being responsive.
Design Sprints as a Research Lab
- Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky used design sprints as a research lab, controlling schedules and observing work patterns.
- They applied these lessons to their own projects and lives, leading to the Make Time framework.
The Reaction Machine
- The constant influx of information from email, Slack, and social media turns us into reaction machines.
- This hinders our ability to focus on what truly matters, as we prioritize reacting over intentional action.