Breaking Free from the MORE MORE MORE Trap | Lazy Leverage #29

Ever wonder how top performers actually work less while achieving more? In this episode, Jon Matzner and Peter Lohmann dive deep into the counterintuitive world of 'lazy leverage,' where working at 80% effort yields better results than grinding at 100%. From project management approaches using Slack to the power of seasonal thinking in business, they share battle-tested strategies for maximizing output while minimizing stress. Plus, discover why your best ideas might come while sitting in a hot tub (seriously). Whether you're a CEO looking to work smarter or a team leader seeking better systems, this episode is your blueprint for strategic laziness.

 

Timestamps

(00:00) Welcome to Lazy Leverage

(01:33) Understanding Natural Work Rhythms

(02:40) The 80/20 Rule of Effort and Anxiety

(06:20) Strategic Rest and Recovery Periods

(08:00) CEO Time: Making Space for Big Picture Thinking

(15:54) Modern Project Management Challenges

(26:23) Leveraging Slack for Team Organization

(28:42) Task Force vs Permanent Team Structure

(32:02) Building Effective Kanban Systems 

(34:45) The Evolution of Company Structure

(37:41) GTD Principles in Project Management

(41:13) Leadership Through Prioritization

(50:41) Takeaways and Reading Recommendations

 

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