Make Time
by Jake Knapp
Key Concepts
Choose Highlight
Select one important task each day to be your primary focus and protect time for it.
Laser Focus
Eliminate distractions and create an environment conducive to deep, uninterrupted work.
Energize Body
Prioritize physical well-being through exercise, good food, and sleep to sustain energy and focus.
Reflect & Adjust
Review your daily experiments to learn what works and continuously refine your time design.
Action Items
Pick one 'Highlight' task every morning and block time to complete it.
Turn off all notifications and block distracting websites during your focused work periods.
Schedule daily exercise and prioritize getting enough sleep to boost your energy.
Create a 'distraction-free' zone by putting your phone away and closing unnecessary tabs.
At the end of each day, briefly reflect on what went well and what you can improve tomorrow.
Core Thesis
Intentionally design your day to focus on one meaningful 'Highlight' rather than reacting to endless distractions.
Mindset Shift
The book shifts from a reactive, 'busy' mindset to a proactive, intentional approach to designing your time around what truly matters.