Why Most SWEs Put in 50–70% Effort and Save 80–100% Effort for Emergencies

1. 1Recognize the risks of consistent overexertion
2. 2Prioritize tasks to allocate 50-70% effort for regular work
3. 3Save 80-100% effort for emergency situations
4. 4Communicate with managers and team members about effort allocation
5. 5Review and adjust effort allocation regularly to maintain productivity

Software engineers and their managers can benefit from understanding the importance of pacing effort to maintain productivity and avoid burnout

💡 Pacing effort is crucial for software engineers to maintain productivity and avoid burnout during emergencies

💡 Pace yourself! Consistently putting in 80-100% effort can lead to burnout. Save energy for emergencies #softwareengineering #productivity