Productivity Quote by Jason Fried
““pulling seven people away from their work for an hour is worth seven hours of lost productivity.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: 37signals Blog, 2005
Taking a short break to handle urgent matters can prevent larger losses later.
In simple terms: Short breaks can save more time overall.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize urgent interruptions.
Themes
productivity
time management
prioritization
Mood
focused
pragmatic
Type
advice
practical
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- customer emergencies
- critical bugs
- deadline pressure
Key Concepts
Opportunity cost
interruptions
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide which interruptions merit immediate attention?
- What long‑term effects do frequent breaks have on team morale?
A Different Perspective
If interruptions are frequent, overall output may still drop.
