Creating Conditions for Success | Ep 708
The Game with Alex Hormozi
Understanding the Maker and Manager Hats in Productivity
It is vital to recognize whether you are playing the role of a maker or a manager in productivity. Makers require long uninterrupted stretches of time with empty calendars to deeply focus on their tasks and get into a state of flow. On the contrary, managers thrive on a schedule that is fully packed with multiple short time slots throughout the day. The distinction lies in the objective of each role: makers need blank spaces to excel, while managers aim to fill every time slot. Different team roles lean towards either maker-heavy or manager-heavy tasks like editors or customer support. Mixing these roles leads to inefficiencies, such as increasing meetings to improve performance, which can actually hinder productivity due to interruptions. To optimize productivity, delineate between maker and manager days, allocating focused time blocks accordingly. For example, designating specific maker slots with minimal interruptions and numerous time slots for manager tasks to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
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