How can organizations optimize productivity for makers and managers?

Question

What strategies should organizations adopt so that both the managers and the makers remain productive?

Answer 1

Employers are able to increase efficiency by instituting compulsory silence periods while encouraging an understanding of various types of work, and eliminating unnecessary people from meetings. They must promote a culture which does not regard meetings as the sole measure of output and allow makers the time to concentrate on deep work without interruptions.

Comments

This is my fav content of yours. I love how productivity is not only the theme of the content, but also the rhythm and pace of the content. This is just so concise and I think is possible to boost the productivity of organizations if this become common framework.

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When Alex uploads content outlining something I’ve been helping clients implement for years, it’s validating. For what it’s worth, to all the “managers” out there, this is 1 of the top 2 or 3 most effective change management strategies I’ve seen implemented if you are trying to create a high performing culture!

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Ive read at least book a week for the past 11 years. Sadly haven't come across anything that approaches this topic so efficiently and effectively. Amazing content.

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Seriously good stuff here.

I work alongside and manage 3 people in the Estimating team and hearing you talk about “makers” resonates and will be more. conscious of meetings, distractions and optimizing productivity

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I think something that might help managers feel more confident that makers are actually getting the work done is if makers were to divide their “deep work” blocks into more specific, actionable items that they can check off to show the managers they are working on what they say they are. Instead of just having a 4 hour time block labeled “work on book”, they could divide that into a specific research block where they provide links or proof that work is being done. This also can help the creative flow and help stay organized for makers. Just an idea, would love to hear constructive criticism on this.