Quotes

The Badass Business Analyst, Page 079

Do context diagrams and functional decomposition diagrams for your project. They are for both traditional and Agile projects. They make a world of difference.

Drive, Page 79

…if [an] organization doesn’t pay an adequate amount, or if [the] pay isn’t equitable compared to others doing similar work – that person’s motivation will crater…

Distracted, Page 079

As much as we try to focus on pursuing our goals, at heart we are biased to remain alert to shifts – especially abrupt ones – in our environment.

The Quarter-Life Breakthrough, Page 079

Don’t let your job title limit your hustle. Be creative, challenge yourself to pursue new opportunities, and think beyond your pay grade.

Off Balance, Page 79

Helping employees develop highly functioning personal lives is simply the best way to lead and manage people.

Never Split the Difference, Page 79

…you have to train yourself to hear ‘No’ as something other than rejection, and respond accordingly.

Drive, Page 79

…one reason fair and adequate pay is so essential is that it takes the issue of money off the table so they can focus on the work itself.

Distracted, Page 079

When we multitask, we are like swimmers diving into a state of focus, resurfacing to switch gears or reassess the environment, then diving again to resume focus.

Leaders Eat Last, Page 79

It is an honor in society to do things to help our leaders. And perhaps at a later date, if they remember to recognize us, they may even throw us a bone while everyone else is watching.

The Speed of Trust, Page 79

If you really don’t care – and you don’t want to care – that’s fine. But you need to understand that you will pay a tax because of it!