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The Life-Changing Magic of Understanding Variation, with Cedric Chin, Part 2

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Understanding Variation in Performance Metrics

This chapter explores the complexities of performance metrics in educational and corporate contexts, advocating for a shift from traditional ranking systems to a focus on individual variations relative to routine performance. It introduces concepts like Goodhart's Law and XML charts, emphasizing the importance of investigating exceptional variations to enhance organizational improvements. The discussion is framed around the challenges of simplistic perceptions and the limitations of conventional data metrics, urging a rethinking of how performance and improvement are measured.

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