Summary

The article discusses a radical productivity method endorsed by Elon Musk, involving physical stimuli like slaps to enhance focus and output.

Abstract

The article explores an unconventional productivity technique where physical punishment, such as slaps, is used to maintain focus and increase work output. Inspired by Maneesh Setti's experiment of hiring a woman to slap him when he got distracted, the method gained attention when Elon Musk commented on it, sparking discussions about its effectiveness. The article humorously suggests that traditional productivity methods may be inferior to this extreme approach, which has reportedly led to significant improvements in employee performance at Musk's companies. The method is described in three escalating levels of intensity, implying that the shock of physical contact can lead to a more disciplined and productive work ethic.

Opinions

The author sympathizes with Maneesh Sethi's approach, indicating a belief in the effectiveness of physical stimuli for productivity.
Chris Matyszczyk shares a personal anecdote, suggesting that physical interventions can also improve social productivity.
The article satirically implies that conventional productivity advice is less effective compared to the immediate feedback provided by physical stimuli.
Elon Musk's acknowledgment of the method with "fire" emojis is interpreted as a significant endorsement, potentially influencing others to consider such extreme measures.
The author humorously reflects on the potential impact of this productivity method on society, suggesting it could change habits and even support the wealth of billionaires like Jeff Bezos by fostering constant production.
The article concludes with a playful nod to the reader, inviting them to consider their own "slapper" for productivity, highlighting the author's view that choosing the right motivator is crucial for success.

Would You Become a Masochist to Be More Productive? Elon Musk Approves It!

The revolutionary productivity method to become a machine

I was on the right track.

The use of the Chrome plugin, News Feed Eradicator, helped me focus on my tasks without being mesmerized by the Facebook feed content. But I have to confess that sometimes I caught myself distracted by other useless things that the plugin could not hide from my unfocused mind.

How can it be solved?

The genius Maneesh Setti hired a woman from Craiglist to slap him in the face every time he didn’t get his work done. The result? Massive productive increase!

Chris Matyszczyk said that he sympathizes with Maneesh Sethi because of a previous physical experience he had in the past. His favorite ex-girlfriend used to put her hand over his mouth one second before he would say something very stupid. He confirmed that she could guess most of the time.

And he added: "It made me more socially productive."

Till here we can already assume that all books about "How to increase your productivity" can be burned in an atheist inquisition. We don't need to drain our energy trying to apply hard methods that will take effect next year or never. We need physical stimulus. How had I not thought of this before?

Curiously this Setti's experience was published on Youtube in 2012 and only in 2021 did it received the deserved attention.

Why? Because Massimo Twitter account published the slap experience in November 2021 and Elon Musk commented with mysterious language as you can see below.

Two fire symbols. Two fire symbols!

Setti quickly responded "I’m the guy in this picture. Is @elonmusk giving me two emojis the highest I’ll ever reach? Is this my Icarus flying too close to the sun moment? Was that implied by the fire symbols Elon posted? Time will tell."

After, Setti stopped his life for one month to digest the fact that he received the attention of the current most famous exploi… ops explorer in the world.

Several hypotheses about Musk’s incognito digital writing have emerged.

According to the reliable source, Voices of My Head, Elon Musk's team is now working in a new training company focused on productivity. Some tests had already started in his existed companies. His employees are delivering the work of an entire week in two days.

I heard that the tests are based on three levels of slappers:

Level 1: A slightly more agile employee.

Level 2: Sorry Zuckerberg, Facebook is not allowed here!

Level 3: I need the whole report for yesterday, bitch!

This method is so compelling that I'm sure BichoDoMato will change his mind about using the Foolish Tool focused on immediate procrastination. We are rob…, I mean, humans, we have to produce. "Greedy is good. Greedy is good."

Without producing, how can we receive $600 dollars a month to pay the bills and save some money to buy Amazon products in order to make Bezos richer? Giving our brains a break could destroy the billionaires! Think. About. That. We need to be responsible.

Meanwhile, since I want to become a millionaire writing to Medium, I checked the Musk beta catalog with potential slappers to improve productivity.

I think I’ll choose Goro!

Goro in *Mortal Kombat X* (2015) — Wikipedia

This way, it will be guaranteed that there will be no shortage of hands to make me super productive.

And you, what slapper you choose to improve your productivity?

Choose wisely.

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