Efficiency Value Questions

[Malena]

• How do we work with constraints? Trying to keep them to a minimum avoiding bureaucracy.
• Why is writing down things important? Because its more reliable than memory, takes less time than having to explain, and is out there for the rest to suggest improvements.
• What is a boring solution and why do we prefer boring solutions? Choosing the technology that solves the problem in the easier way. This reduces complexity and makes development faster.
• What can you say about self-service and self-learning? First try to solve your own questions, and then ask, with no shame. Once you got the answer, document it for others in the future.
• How do we value each others’ time? Avoid unnecessary meetings, make them optional is possible, trust their judgement instead of having them asking for permission all the time.
• Why do we have to embrace change? Because of the nature of the business and customer’s requirements things change quickly. The company might need to change teams, managers, etc and this should be embraced as opportunities to learn and grow.
• What is the concept of “manager of one”? Even if not managing other people, we are always managing ourselves.

[Cornel]

1. How do we work with constraints?
   At Moralis, we use healthy constraints that are necessary and strive to minimise bureaucracy. This approach helps us stay agile like a startup.

2. Why is writing down things important?
   Writing things down is crucial because it’s more efficient to read a document than to ask and explain. Documentation also allows for contributions and improvements from everyone.

3. What is a boring solution and why do we prefer boring solutions?
   A boring solution is the simplest and most straightforward way to solve a problem. We prefer boring solutions because they reduce complexity and offer stability and familiarity.

4. What can you say about self-service and self-learning?
   Team members are encouraged to find their own answers and ask questions in public when necessary. We document new information to benefit others, fostering efficiency through collaboration​.

5. How do we value each others’ time?
   We value each other’s time by avoiding unnecessary meetings and permission processes. If a meeting is necessary, we make attendance optional for as many people as possible and document the outcome.

6. Why do we have to embrace change?
   Embracing change is important because features, user requirements, and the competitive landscape evolve rapidly. By adapting quickly, we increase our chances of success.

7. What is the concept of “manager of one”?
   The concept of “manager of one” means that everyone at Moralis is expected to manage themselves, even if they aren’t managing others. It emphasises personal responsibility and independence.

[Madhukar]

• How do we work with constraints?
  With healthy constraints that are absolutely necessary

• Why is writing down things important?
  Having a system of record on goals, results, means helps in improving efficiency and knowledge.

• What is a boring solution and why do we prefer boring solutions?
  Keeping it simple, start small, keep it simple and improve upon it

• What can you say about self-service and self-learning?
  Put effort by thinking of a solution, if not search quickly if there is a similar solution and keeping the time factor in mind, do not hesitate to ask the question in a public forum of the team.

• How do we value each others’ time?
  Respect other’s time by having a set agenda for a meeting, clear objective to be achieved before the start of the meeting and involve only necessary people marking other stake holders optional

• Why do we have to embrace change?
  Embracing has positive connotations in itself, a change well thought of, requires support and a rapid way to implementing that change is to have trust and believe that it’s being done with a positive intent.

• What is the concept of “manager of one”?
  Taking up the responsibility of managing your time, effort and results on your own. If managing people, being an enabler by removing hurdles faced by the team and help improve their efficiency

[GenXCrypto]

*1. How do we work with constraints?*
       We try to limit ourselves to healthy constraints that are absolutely 
        necessary. We strive to reduce bureaucracy as much as possible. 

*2. Why is writing down things important?*
       We document everything: in the handbook, in meeting notes, in issues. 

For most people taking notes while in a meeting helps their memory. I have learn that it has thee opposite effect for myself. I cannot pay attention and write, type at the same time. If I take noted my memories of the event become disjointed. When I look at my notes I wondering what the meeting was really about. It is better if I voice record and take notes later.

*3. What is a boring solution and why do we prefer boring solutions?*
       The speed of innovation for our organization and product is constrained by 

the total complexity we have added so far, so every little reduction in complexity helps.

*4. What can you say about self-service and self-learning?* 
       When facing a problem research, research, research and then ask the public 

for help if you need to. Write down any new information discovered and pay it forward so that those coming after will have better efficiency built on top of practicing collaboration, inclusion, and documenting the results.

*5. How do we value each others’ time?* 
       Instead of having people ask permission, trust their judgment and offer 

a consultation process if they have questions.

*6. Why do we have to embrace change?*
       The most successful companies adapt their roadmap and their organization 

quickly to keep pace. Improper change, or the lack of change leads to a companies death.

*7. What is the concept of “manager of one”?* 
       Even if you are not managing other people - you always manage yourself.

[Kronik]

Efficiency Value Questions

1. We try to limit ourselves to healthy constraints that are absolutely necessary.
   Moralis strive to reduce bureaucracy as much as possible.

2. Writing things down ensures that information is documented and easily accessible, making it more efficient to reference later rather than relying on memory or repeated explanations. This practice also allows everyone to contribute improvements and maintain accurate records.
   Visualise things in your mind and then try to write it down to manifest in the real world.

3. Boring Solutions advocate for using simple, well-established technologies rather than complex or novel ones. This approach reduces overall complexity, making the system more stable and easier for everyone to work with. It emphasizes that “boring” solutions are not inferior but are practical and efficient choices for long-term success.

4. Team members should first search for their own answers and, if an answer is not readily found or the answer is not clear ask other members for advise.

5. Value and Respect Others’ Time by minimizing meetings and making attendance optional when possible. Always provide an agenda and document outcomes, and trust others’ judgment by offering consultations instead of requiring permission.

6. Embrace change by adapting quickly to evolving features, user needs, and the competitive landscape. While change can be disruptive, focusing on its positive aspects, like new opportunities and learning experiences, helps the company move faster and succeed.

7. At Moralis, being a “manager of one” means that everyone is responsible for managing their own tasks and time effectively, even if they don’t manage others. This approach emphasizes self-management, accountability, and independence in achieving goals.