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Reid Wakefield
Reid Wakefield

The document outlines a company's plan to improve productivity and control over employees' time by implementing a new system called CI Work. It describes two main problems - employees don't own their time and roles/responsibilities are unclear. CI Work will be used to organize work into a three step process: 1) Gather all tasks, requests and ideas, 2) Plan the day's work, 3) Execute the plan without interruptions. This aims to increase focus, productivity and sense of accomplishment each day.

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How We Work
Weve got two simple problems that need to be fixed.
Weve got two simple problems that need to be fixed. Beginning May 10 th , were shifting the way we work.
Weve got two simple problems that need to be fixed. Beginning May 10 th , were shifting the way we work. Lets start with our work environment
Our open space makes it easier to: * collaborate
Our open space makes it easier to: * collaborate * learn by osmosis
Our open space makes it easier to: * collaborate * learn by osmosis * stay in the loop
Our open space makes it easier to: * collaborate * learn by osmosis * stay in the loop * interrupt
Our open space makes it easier to: * collaborate * learn by osmosis * stay in the loop * interrupt this is a problem
interruptions are no good...and theyre especially brutal for programmers
interruptions are no good...and theyre especially brutal for programmers thats easy to fix, right?
interruptions are no good...and theyre especially brutal for programmers thats easy to fix, right? just stop interrupting each other!
interruptions dont just come from other people in the office
interruptions dont just come from other people in the office * email
interruptions dont just come from other people in the office * email * phone calls
interruptions dont just come from other people in the office * email * phone calls * THE &!%#@ SERVER IS DOWN!
the average American office worker does 2 hours and 12 minutes of actual work per day
the average American office worker does 2 hours and 12 minutes of actual work per day we do better than that, but
the average American office worker does 2 hours and 12 minutes of actual work per day we do better than that, but were still not even close to performing at our highest levels as individuals or as a company
problem #1
problem #1 we have no control over our most valuable asset
problem #1 we have no control over our most valuable asset our time
problem #2 individuals and teams dont have well-defined roles
the early days: we were all Swiss Army knives who could take on any task and produce quick results
the early days: we were all Swiss Army knives who could take on any task and produce quick results competitive advantage for CI
the early days: we were all Swiss Army knives who could take on any task and produce quick results competitive advantage for CI Unfortunately
Swiss Army knives get overwhelmed when a small project
Swiss Army knives get overwhelmed when a small projectgets bigger
For our business to scale properly, we need to define how we handle certain events
For our business to scale properly, we need to define how we handle certain events * website errors
For our business to scale properly, we need to define how we handle certain events * website errors * broken phone lines
For our business to scale properly, we need to define how we handle certain events * website errors * broken phone lines * customization requests
For our business to scale properly, we need to define how we handle certain events * website errors * broken phone lines * customization requests * new business referrals
each team will decide on procedures and processes to manage day-to-day operations
each team will decide on procedures and processes to manage day-to-day operations we also need to define our individual roles and figure out who does what around here
consider three distinct roles
consider three distinct roles 1. builder a builder writes new code, creates new applications, acquires new customers, provisions new lines
consider three distinct roles 1. builder 2. inspector an inspector monitors what has been built and preemptively fixes any potential problems
consider three distinct roles 1. builder 2. inspector 3. fire fighter fire fighters are there to handle unexpected emergencies and restore order as quickly as possible
consider three distinct roles 1. builder 2. inspector 3. fire fighter all of us spend time in each role. what percentage of your day gets allocated to each role?
currently 1. builder 10% 2. inspector 0% 3. fire fighter 90% all of us spend time in each role. what percentage of your day gets allocated to each role?
currently ideal scenario 1. builder 10% 75% 2. inspector 0% 15% 3. fire fighter 90% 10% all of us spend time in each role. what percentage of your day gets allocated to each role?
recap: two main problems
I dont own my time recap: two main problems
I dont own my time I dont know exactly what I need to be doing on a daily basis recap: two main problems
good news: these are organizational issues that can be addressed and solved
good news: these are organizational issues that can be addressed and solved Lets first celebrate some bigger issues that we already have under control. Our hard work is paying off
* our customers appreciate us
* our customers appreciate us * weve got a cool product
* our customers appreciate us * weve got a cool product * were financially stable
* our customers appreciate us * weve got a cool product * were financially stable * our team is amazing
* our customers appreciate us * weve got a cool product * were financially stable * our team is amazing * tons of opportunity ahead
how do we get over the hump and become a great company?
I dont own my time I dont know exactly what I need to be doing on a daily basis back to our two main problems:
I dont own my time I dont know exactly what I need to be doing on a daily basis back to our two main problems: lets meet the man who can help
Dr. Cyril Northcote Parkinson
Parkinsons Law work expands so as to fill the time available for its completion
what happens when youre working on something that doesnt have an immediate deadline and clear action steps?
what happens when youre working on something that doesnt have an immediate deadline and clear action steps? you float through the day and simply fill a seat at the office
quick poll: raise your hand if the following applies to your typical work day
quick poll: raise your hand if the following applies to your typical work day *** When I arrive at the office, the first thing I do is open my email. This dictates my first activity for the day.
quick poll: raise your hand if the following applies to your typical work day *** I meet with the rest of my team to stay in the loop on whats going on
quick poll: raise your hand if the following applies to your typical work day *** I leave my email open all day. When a new message comes in, I immediately open it up and react.
quick poll: raise your hand if the following applies to your typical work day *** I rarely get a chance to focus on a single task for more than 20 minutes at a time.
quick poll: raise your hand if the following applies to your typical work day *** When I leave at the end of the day, it would be difficult to provide a concise summary of what I actually accomplished that day.
if it makes you feel any better, I had to leave my hand up for all of those scenarios
if it makes you feel any better, I had to leave my hand up for all of those scenarios now pause for a second and think about the last time you had a really good work day
For me, positive or negative feelings about a work day are directly related to how much I actually got done that day.
For me, positive or negative feelings about a work day are directly related to how much I actually got done that day. Productive days are more fun.
what are the common characteristics of a truly productive day?
what are the common characteristics of a truly productive day? I know exactly what I need to accomplish
what are the common characteristics of a truly productive day? I know exactly what I need to accomplish I have an organized plan on how Im going to accomplish the task
what are the common characteristics of a truly productive day? I know exactly what I need to accomplish I have an organized plan on how Im going to accomplish the task I block out the typical interruptions and distractions
if I want to own my time, first I have to organize my time
solution #1 we will begin using internally developed software to organize our work day
solution #1 we will begin using internally developed software to organize our work day until someone comes up with a better name, Ill refer to this program as CI Work
solution #1 we will begin using internally developed software to organize our work day Think of CI Work as a stripped down version of a CRM program. It will force us to conscientiously focus on a three step process for every action
CI Work 1. Gather Each team and every individual will have specific processes in place for taking in requests, projects, and actions. These will all be gathered in one place.
CI Work 1. Gather Our brains werent designed to store a lot of stuff in short term memory. Youll now have a single place to hold all of the data pieces you collect via email, phone, co-worker requests and your own fresh ideas.
CI Work 1. Gather Why does this matter? Your brain will be freed up to concentrate on the task at hand, since it no longer needs to waste any storage space on your to-do lists.
CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan Rather than just reacting to whatever comes in, youll be evaluating everything youve gathered and then making a specific plan on how youre going to spend your day. This is what Im going to accomplish right now: _________
CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan By intentionally planning your actions, youre in control of how your time gets spent. Youll no longer be relying on your email inbox to give you the next item to pay attention to.
CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Execute No more floating! Now that youve established what you need to do, its time to take action.
CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Execute While youre executing and getting things done, dont allow yourself to be interrupted or mentally drift to a different task. Trust that any new information will be properly gathered and planned at a later time.
CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Execute At the conclusion of each work period, youll summarize what has actually been accomplished in your CI Work account.
okay, this will help us focus on being builders rather than reactive drones
okay, this will help us focus on being builders rather than reactive drones but we still havent overcome Parkinsons Law!
okay, this will help us focus on being builders rather than reactive drones but we still havent overcome Parkinsons Law! How will we keep projects and tasks from stretching out? How will we create a sense of urgency?
CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Execute
CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Execute we need something else
CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Squeeze 4. Execute
3. Squeeze Why do we do our best work under the tightest deadlines?
an approaching deadline forces you to remove any parts of a project that arent absolutely essential
an approaching deadline forces you to remove any parts of a project that arent absolutely essential if something doesnt hold critical value, it just gets ignored
youre going to have to squeeze , because on May 10 th your work day is getting chopped
current approach: show up at the office and work about 8 hours
current approach: show up at the office and work about 8 hours most of us actually work more than 8 hours per day
solution #2 new approach:
solution #2 new approach: * 2 work segments per day
solution #2 new approach: * 2 work segments per day * a segment may not exceed 3 hours
solution #2 new approach: * 2 work segments per day * a segment may not exceed 3 hours * log each segment in CI Work
theres no way I can get everything done in 6 hours
theres no way I can get everything done in 6 hours * trim the fat
theres no way I can get everything done in 6 hours * trim the fat * delegate
theres no way I can get everything done in 6 hours * trim the fat * delegate * prioritize
theres no way I can get everything done in 6 hours * trim the fat * delegate * prioritize * become more efficient
Im supposed to reduce my workload to fit into a 6 hour day?
Im supposed to reduce my workload to fit into a 6 hour day? Nope, just the opposite the expectation is that youll be producing more than ever before. You just have less time to do it.
can meetings fall within the 3 hour segments?
can meetings fall within the 3 hour segments? No
can meetings fall within the 3 hour segments? No Figure out a way to eliminate internal meetings. Send email updates instead.
This approach sounds good for a programmer, but it will be impossible to implement for the customer support team.
This approach sounds good for a programmer, but it will be impossible to implement for the customer support team. Youre right, real fire fighters dont get to choose their schedules. Between now and May 10 th , we need to figure out how we can balance this new schedule with our commitment to customer support. Its do-able.
Will my salary decrease?
Will my salary decrease? No.
Will my salary decrease? No. Youre being paid for the value you bring to the company. Compensation shouldnt be tied to the number of hours that you sit in a chair.
What am I supposed to do with all of the new free time this will create?
What am I supposed to do with all of the new free time this will create? Get a life.
What am I supposed to do with all of the new free time this will create? Get a life. Im serious. Spend more time reading, hanging out with friends, sleeping, exercising whatever you want to do.
What am I supposed to do with all of the new free time this will create? Get a life. Im serious. Spend more time reading, hanging out with friends, sleeping, exercising whatever you want to do. Healthy employees are more productive.
What am I supposed to do with all of the new free time this will create? Get a life. Im serious. Spend more time reading, hanging out with friends, sleeping, exercising whatever you want to do. Happy employees are more productive.
CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Squeeze 4. Execute ignore anything that isnt critical
CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Squeeze 4. Execute ignore anything that isnt critical lets explore this a little bit more
why is the standard work day constructed the way it is?
why is the standard work day constructed the way it is?
why is the standard work day constructed the way it is? everyone shows up at the same place and works at the same time
if the middle guy doesnt show up on time
Chaos! A scene from I Love Lucy breaks out if the middle guy doesnt show up on time
the standardized work day made sense for factories back in the 1940s
were not running a factory
so why do we still follow this routine today?
because thats just the way its always been done.
because thats just the way its always been done. Yikesthats the worst possible reason for doing anything.
Remember were fanatically stripping away anything that doesnt directly add value
does a 45 minute commute truly add value?
do you produce better work just because you have the privilege of looking at my face all day long?
* we all have cell phones
* we all have cell phones * we work on laptops
* we all have cell phones * we work on laptops * we communicate through CI Work
* we all have cell phones * we work on laptops * we communicate through CI Work is it really necessary for us to all show up in the same place each day?
* we all have cell phones * we work on laptops * we communicate through CI Work do we all need to be working at the same prescribed time?
probably not
during this 10 week trial, your only commitment is to put yourself in the optimal work environment
during this 10 week trial, your only commitment is to put yourself in the optimal work environment the office will still be open and available, but figure out what works best for you.
* coffee shop for a morning segment * home office for the afternoon * by the lake for a few days
* coffee shop for a morning segment * home office for the afternoon * by the lake for a few days You own your time, so it makes sense to also own your environment
face time is meaningless.
just staying busy no longer counts.
production is all that matters.
production is all that matters. 1. focus on meaningful tasks
production is all that matters. 1. focus on meaningful tasks 2. get them done
敬鞄艶敬
Ive thrown a lot at you.
Ive thrown a lot at you. Heres a recap:
We will efficiently organize all tasks and projects that need to be done. summary
Rather than reactively floating through the day, we will all have a specific and measurable plan of attack for everything we do. summary
Each team will develop specific processes for handling new tasks. summary
CI Work is a simple program we will use to organize our days and track productivity. summary
Our days will consist of 2 segments with a mandatory break in-between. Each segment lasts a maximum of three hours. Outside of gathering and planning, all of your work must be contained within these two segments. summary
Work from anywhere you choose - office appearances are optional - no mandatory meetings summary
Well fully commit to this approach for 10 weeks. Then well evaluate what works and what doesnt work. summary
ATTACK.

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  • 2. Weve got two simple problems that need to be fixed.
  • 3. Weve got two simple problems that need to be fixed. Beginning May 10 th , were shifting the way we work.
  • 4. Weve got two simple problems that need to be fixed. Beginning May 10 th , were shifting the way we work. Lets start with our work environment
  • 5. Our open space makes it easier to: * collaborate
  • 6. Our open space makes it easier to: * collaborate * learn by osmosis
  • 7. Our open space makes it easier to: * collaborate * learn by osmosis * stay in the loop
  • 8. Our open space makes it easier to: * collaborate * learn by osmosis * stay in the loop * interrupt
  • 9. Our open space makes it easier to: * collaborate * learn by osmosis * stay in the loop * interrupt this is a problem
  • 10. interruptions are no good...and theyre especially brutal for programmers
  • 11. interruptions are no good...and theyre especially brutal for programmers thats easy to fix, right?
  • 12. interruptions are no good...and theyre especially brutal for programmers thats easy to fix, right? just stop interrupting each other!
  • 13. interruptions dont just come from other people in the office
  • 14. interruptions dont just come from other people in the office * email
  • 15. interruptions dont just come from other people in the office * email * phone calls
  • 16. interruptions dont just come from other people in the office * email * phone calls * THE &!%#@ SERVER IS DOWN!
  • 17. the average American office worker does 2 hours and 12 minutes of actual work per day
  • 18. the average American office worker does 2 hours and 12 minutes of actual work per day we do better than that, but
  • 19. the average American office worker does 2 hours and 12 minutes of actual work per day we do better than that, but were still not even close to performing at our highest levels as individuals or as a company
  • 21. problem #1 we have no control over our most valuable asset
  • 22. problem #1 we have no control over our most valuable asset our time
  • 23. problem #2 individuals and teams dont have well-defined roles
  • 24. the early days: we were all Swiss Army knives who could take on any task and produce quick results
  • 25. the early days: we were all Swiss Army knives who could take on any task and produce quick results competitive advantage for CI
  • 26. the early days: we were all Swiss Army knives who could take on any task and produce quick results competitive advantage for CI Unfortunately
  • 27. Swiss Army knives get overwhelmed when a small project
  • 28. Swiss Army knives get overwhelmed when a small projectgets bigger
  • 29. For our business to scale properly, we need to define how we handle certain events
  • 30. For our business to scale properly, we need to define how we handle certain events * website errors
  • 31. For our business to scale properly, we need to define how we handle certain events * website errors * broken phone lines
  • 32. For our business to scale properly, we need to define how we handle certain events * website errors * broken phone lines * customization requests
  • 33. For our business to scale properly, we need to define how we handle certain events * website errors * broken phone lines * customization requests * new business referrals
  • 34. each team will decide on procedures and processes to manage day-to-day operations
  • 35. each team will decide on procedures and processes to manage day-to-day operations we also need to define our individual roles and figure out who does what around here
  • 37. consider three distinct roles 1. builder a builder writes new code, creates new applications, acquires new customers, provisions new lines
  • 38. consider three distinct roles 1. builder 2. inspector an inspector monitors what has been built and preemptively fixes any potential problems
  • 39. consider three distinct roles 1. builder 2. inspector 3. fire fighter fire fighters are there to handle unexpected emergencies and restore order as quickly as possible
  • 40. consider three distinct roles 1. builder 2. inspector 3. fire fighter all of us spend time in each role. what percentage of your day gets allocated to each role?
  • 41. currently 1. builder 10% 2. inspector 0% 3. fire fighter 90% all of us spend time in each role. what percentage of your day gets allocated to each role?
  • 42. currently ideal scenario 1. builder 10% 75% 2. inspector 0% 15% 3. fire fighter 90% 10% all of us spend time in each role. what percentage of your day gets allocated to each role?
  • 43. recap: two main problems
  • 44. I dont own my time recap: two main problems
  • 45. I dont own my time I dont know exactly what I need to be doing on a daily basis recap: two main problems
  • 46. good news: these are organizational issues that can be addressed and solved
  • 47. good news: these are organizational issues that can be addressed and solved Lets first celebrate some bigger issues that we already have under control. Our hard work is paying off
  • 48. * our customers appreciate us
  • 49. * our customers appreciate us * weve got a cool product
  • 50. * our customers appreciate us * weve got a cool product * were financially stable
  • 51. * our customers appreciate us * weve got a cool product * were financially stable * our team is amazing
  • 52. * our customers appreciate us * weve got a cool product * were financially stable * our team is amazing * tons of opportunity ahead
  • 53. how do we get over the hump and become a great company?
  • 54. I dont own my time I dont know exactly what I need to be doing on a daily basis back to our two main problems:
  • 55. I dont own my time I dont know exactly what I need to be doing on a daily basis back to our two main problems: lets meet the man who can help
  • 56. Dr. Cyril Northcote Parkinson
  • 57. Parkinsons Law work expands so as to fill the time available for its completion
  • 58. what happens when youre working on something that doesnt have an immediate deadline and clear action steps?
  • 59. what happens when youre working on something that doesnt have an immediate deadline and clear action steps? you float through the day and simply fill a seat at the office
  • 60. quick poll: raise your hand if the following applies to your typical work day
  • 61. quick poll: raise your hand if the following applies to your typical work day *** When I arrive at the office, the first thing I do is open my email. This dictates my first activity for the day.
  • 62. quick poll: raise your hand if the following applies to your typical work day *** I meet with the rest of my team to stay in the loop on whats going on
  • 63. quick poll: raise your hand if the following applies to your typical work day *** I leave my email open all day. When a new message comes in, I immediately open it up and react.
  • 64. quick poll: raise your hand if the following applies to your typical work day *** I rarely get a chance to focus on a single task for more than 20 minutes at a time.
  • 65. quick poll: raise your hand if the following applies to your typical work day *** When I leave at the end of the day, it would be difficult to provide a concise summary of what I actually accomplished that day.
  • 66. if it makes you feel any better, I had to leave my hand up for all of those scenarios
  • 67. if it makes you feel any better, I had to leave my hand up for all of those scenarios now pause for a second and think about the last time you had a really good work day
  • 68. For me, positive or negative feelings about a work day are directly related to how much I actually got done that day.
  • 69. For me, positive or negative feelings about a work day are directly related to how much I actually got done that day. Productive days are more fun.
  • 70. what are the common characteristics of a truly productive day?
  • 71. what are the common characteristics of a truly productive day? I know exactly what I need to accomplish
  • 72. what are the common characteristics of a truly productive day? I know exactly what I need to accomplish I have an organized plan on how Im going to accomplish the task
  • 73. what are the common characteristics of a truly productive day? I know exactly what I need to accomplish I have an organized plan on how Im going to accomplish the task I block out the typical interruptions and distractions
  • 74. if I want to own my time, first I have to organize my time
  • 75. solution #1 we will begin using internally developed software to organize our work day
  • 76. solution #1 we will begin using internally developed software to organize our work day until someone comes up with a better name, Ill refer to this program as CI Work
  • 77. solution #1 we will begin using internally developed software to organize our work day Think of CI Work as a stripped down version of a CRM program. It will force us to conscientiously focus on a three step process for every action
  • 78. CI Work 1. Gather Each team and every individual will have specific processes in place for taking in requests, projects, and actions. These will all be gathered in one place.
  • 79. CI Work 1. Gather Our brains werent designed to store a lot of stuff in short term memory. Youll now have a single place to hold all of the data pieces you collect via email, phone, co-worker requests and your own fresh ideas.
  • 80. CI Work 1. Gather Why does this matter? Your brain will be freed up to concentrate on the task at hand, since it no longer needs to waste any storage space on your to-do lists.
  • 81. CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan Rather than just reacting to whatever comes in, youll be evaluating everything youve gathered and then making a specific plan on how youre going to spend your day. This is what Im going to accomplish right now: _________
  • 82. CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan By intentionally planning your actions, youre in control of how your time gets spent. Youll no longer be relying on your email inbox to give you the next item to pay attention to.
  • 83. CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Execute No more floating! Now that youve established what you need to do, its time to take action.
  • 84. CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Execute While youre executing and getting things done, dont allow yourself to be interrupted or mentally drift to a different task. Trust that any new information will be properly gathered and planned at a later time.
  • 85. CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Execute At the conclusion of each work period, youll summarize what has actually been accomplished in your CI Work account.
  • 86. okay, this will help us focus on being builders rather than reactive drones
  • 87. okay, this will help us focus on being builders rather than reactive drones but we still havent overcome Parkinsons Law!
  • 88. okay, this will help us focus on being builders rather than reactive drones but we still havent overcome Parkinsons Law! How will we keep projects and tasks from stretching out? How will we create a sense of urgency?
  • 89. CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Execute
  • 90. CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Execute we need something else
  • 91. CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Squeeze 4. Execute
  • 92. 3. Squeeze Why do we do our best work under the tightest deadlines?
  • 93. an approaching deadline forces you to remove any parts of a project that arent absolutely essential
  • 94. an approaching deadline forces you to remove any parts of a project that arent absolutely essential if something doesnt hold critical value, it just gets ignored
  • 95. youre going to have to squeeze , because on May 10 th your work day is getting chopped
  • 96. current approach: show up at the office and work about 8 hours
  • 97. current approach: show up at the office and work about 8 hours most of us actually work more than 8 hours per day
  • 98. solution #2 new approach:
  • 99. solution #2 new approach: * 2 work segments per day
  • 100. solution #2 new approach: * 2 work segments per day * a segment may not exceed 3 hours
  • 101. solution #2 new approach: * 2 work segments per day * a segment may not exceed 3 hours * log each segment in CI Work
  • 102. theres no way I can get everything done in 6 hours
  • 103. theres no way I can get everything done in 6 hours * trim the fat
  • 104. theres no way I can get everything done in 6 hours * trim the fat * delegate
  • 105. theres no way I can get everything done in 6 hours * trim the fat * delegate * prioritize
  • 106. theres no way I can get everything done in 6 hours * trim the fat * delegate * prioritize * become more efficient
  • 107. Im supposed to reduce my workload to fit into a 6 hour day?
  • 108. Im supposed to reduce my workload to fit into a 6 hour day? Nope, just the opposite the expectation is that youll be producing more than ever before. You just have less time to do it.
  • 109. can meetings fall within the 3 hour segments?
  • 110. can meetings fall within the 3 hour segments? No
  • 111. can meetings fall within the 3 hour segments? No Figure out a way to eliminate internal meetings. Send email updates instead.
  • 112. This approach sounds good for a programmer, but it will be impossible to implement for the customer support team.
  • 113. This approach sounds good for a programmer, but it will be impossible to implement for the customer support team. Youre right, real fire fighters dont get to choose their schedules. Between now and May 10 th , we need to figure out how we can balance this new schedule with our commitment to customer support. Its do-able.
  • 114. Will my salary decrease?
  • 115. Will my salary decrease? No.
  • 116. Will my salary decrease? No. Youre being paid for the value you bring to the company. Compensation shouldnt be tied to the number of hours that you sit in a chair.
  • 117. What am I supposed to do with all of the new free time this will create?
  • 118. What am I supposed to do with all of the new free time this will create? Get a life.
  • 119. What am I supposed to do with all of the new free time this will create? Get a life. Im serious. Spend more time reading, hanging out with friends, sleeping, exercising whatever you want to do.
  • 120. What am I supposed to do with all of the new free time this will create? Get a life. Im serious. Spend more time reading, hanging out with friends, sleeping, exercising whatever you want to do. Healthy employees are more productive.
  • 121. What am I supposed to do with all of the new free time this will create? Get a life. Im serious. Spend more time reading, hanging out with friends, sleeping, exercising whatever you want to do. Happy employees are more productive.
  • 122. CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Squeeze 4. Execute ignore anything that isnt critical
  • 123. CI Work 1. Gather 2. Plan 3. Squeeze 4. Execute ignore anything that isnt critical lets explore this a little bit more
  • 124. why is the standard work day constructed the way it is?
  • 125. why is the standard work day constructed the way it is?
  • 126. why is the standard work day constructed the way it is? everyone shows up at the same place and works at the same time
  • 127. if the middle guy doesnt show up on time
  • 128. Chaos! A scene from I Love Lucy breaks out if the middle guy doesnt show up on time
  • 129. the standardized work day made sense for factories back in the 1940s
  • 130. were not running a factory
  • 131. so why do we still follow this routine today?
  • 132. because thats just the way its always been done.
  • 133. because thats just the way its always been done. Yikesthats the worst possible reason for doing anything.
  • 134. Remember were fanatically stripping away anything that doesnt directly add value
  • 135. does a 45 minute commute truly add value?
  • 136. do you produce better work just because you have the privilege of looking at my face all day long?
  • 137. * we all have cell phones
  • 138. * we all have cell phones * we work on laptops
  • 139. * we all have cell phones * we work on laptops * we communicate through CI Work
  • 140. * we all have cell phones * we work on laptops * we communicate through CI Work is it really necessary for us to all show up in the same place each day?
  • 141. * we all have cell phones * we work on laptops * we communicate through CI Work do we all need to be working at the same prescribed time?
  • 143. during this 10 week trial, your only commitment is to put yourself in the optimal work environment
  • 144. during this 10 week trial, your only commitment is to put yourself in the optimal work environment the office will still be open and available, but figure out what works best for you.
  • 145. * coffee shop for a morning segment * home office for the afternoon * by the lake for a few days
  • 146. * coffee shop for a morning segment * home office for the afternoon * by the lake for a few days You own your time, so it makes sense to also own your environment
  • 147. face time is meaningless.
  • 148. just staying busy no longer counts.
  • 149. production is all that matters.
  • 150. production is all that matters. 1. focus on meaningful tasks
  • 151. production is all that matters. 1. focus on meaningful tasks 2. get them done
  • 153. Ive thrown a lot at you.
  • 154. Ive thrown a lot at you. Heres a recap:
  • 155. We will efficiently organize all tasks and projects that need to be done. summary
  • 156. Rather than reactively floating through the day, we will all have a specific and measurable plan of attack for everything we do. summary
  • 157. Each team will develop specific processes for handling new tasks. summary
  • 158. CI Work is a simple program we will use to organize our days and track productivity. summary
  • 159. Our days will consist of 2 segments with a mandatory break in-between. Each segment lasts a maximum of three hours. Outside of gathering and planning, all of your work must be contained within these two segments. summary
  • 160. Work from anywhere you choose - office appearances are optional - no mandatory meetings summary
  • 161. Well fully commit to this approach for 10 weeks. Then well evaluate what works and what doesnt work. summary