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| Make Time by Jake Knapp & John Zeratsky – Design Your Day with Intention |
Have you ever finished a day feeling like you were busy all day, but didn’t actually do anything important?
Make Time by Jake Knapp & John Zeratsky changed that for me. It’s not about productivity hacks or getting more done—it’s about creating space for what matters most, every single day.
What Is Make Time About?
The authors—former Google and YouTube designers—realized that most of us spend our days reacting: to email, to social media, to other people’s agendas. Make Time is a toolkit to help you take back control.
The Core Framework
Each day, you choose one Highlight—the one thing that matters most. Then you design your time and environment to protect that highlight.
The framework is built around four steps:
- Highlight: Choose what matters today
- Laser: Beat distraction and stay focused
- Energy: Take care of your body and brain
- Reflect: Review and adjust for tomorrow
There are over 80 tactics in the book, so you can test what works for you—no guilt, no rigid system.
Favorite Quote
“You don’t need more time. You just need to decide.”
That line hit hard. I realized I wasn’t short on time—I was short on clarity.
Who Should Read This Book?
- Anyone overwhelmed by their to-do list
- People stuck in the loop of distraction (hi, phone!)
- Readers looking for small, flexible tools to take back their day
Where to Get It
Whether you’re trying to write a book, be more present with your family, or just stop doomscrolling, Make Time will help you design your days around what really matters.
👉 Get Make Time by Jake Knapp on Amazon
Final Thoughts
You won’t find hustle culture here—just gentle, powerful ways to be more intentional. Start with one tactic. Make time for your life again.
What would be your highlight today? Let’s talk in the comments.
