If productivity were a craft beer, would it be a crisp lager (efficient but simple) or a complex barrel-aged stout (slow but rewarding)?"

Productivity as a Craft Beer: Lager Efficiency or Stout Depth?

Lately, I’ve been comparing productivity styles to my favorite craft beers, and I’m curious how others see it. Is getting things done more like a crisp lager clean, straightforward, and efficient or a rich, barrel-aged stout that takes time but delivers deeper satisfaction?

In pharma sales, I lean toward the lager approach: quick wins, clear goals, and measurable results. But when I’m home brewing or digging into a new album, the slower, more deliberate process feels just as valuable. Maybe productivity isn’t one-size-fits-all. How do you balance speed and depth in your workflow? Do you have a go-to “brew” for different tasks?