daymakes
Daymakes is a productivity concept and practice focused on transforming daily intentions into tangible outputs through clearly scoped daily deliverables. The term combines 'day' and 'make' to emphasize producing something within a single day.
Definition and purpose: A daymake is a small, well-defined objective with explicit acceptance criteria and a
Structure and process: Practitioners typically select 1–3 daymakes per day, draft brief criteria, allocate time blocks,
Applications: The approach is used by individuals seeking precise daily output, by teams seeking predictable daily
Tools and variants: Daymakes can be trackable with simple notes, dedicated notebooks, or project management tools
Reception and critique: Proponents argue daymakes improve focus, accountability, and learning. Critics caution against over-optimization and