Quotes

A World Without Email, Page 113

…seek workflows that (1) minimize mid-task context switches and (2) minimize the sense of communication overload.

Measure What Matters, Page 113

In God we trust; all others must bring data. – W. Edwards Deming

ReWork, Page 113

When good enough gets the job done, go for it… And remember, you can usually turn good enough into great later.

Inspired, Page 113

…we need to solve the underlying problem, not just deliver a feature.

Reality is Broken, Page 113

The more we focus on ourselves and avoid a commitment to others… research shows, the more we suffer from anxiety and depression.

What if it Does Work Out?, Page 113

…make no mistake, you will experience some setbacks in your side hustle that may feel like failure, and it’s important that you not let them discourage you for too long.

Flawless Consulting, Page 113

When your contract appears to be starting to change or the client is changing some of the ground rules, your leverage on the situation is highest right at the moment of the change.

A World Without Email, Page 113

The optimal way to deploy our human brains is sequentially.

Quit, Page 113

If you are able to cut your losses earlier, it’s a huge win. An added bonus is that it frees you up so you can turn your limited attention and resources to more fruitful endeavors that have a higher expected value, reducing opportunity costs.

A Sense of Urgency, Page 113

The only we can guarantee job security, keep raises higher than inflation… is if we move faster, smarter, and better than the competition.