Protect the maker block without sounding precious
Choose a respectful calendar-defense response that protects a maker block and keeps collaboration moving.
A quick-sync request lands inside a protected proposal block. Maya has a two-hour proposal block and a senior PM asks for a quick meeting. What is the strongest reply? Name the proposal block, ask for the decision or blocker in writing, and offer a later live slot if discussion is still needed. Strong. It protects the maker block, applies meeting hygiene before accepting live time, and gives a concrete collaboration path. Accept the meeting because the requester is senior and move the proposal work to the evening. Weaker. It treats focus work as movable residue, which is exactly how maker…
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