Exploring the tale of a young inventor and the chessboard challenge that demonstrates the dual nature of compounding - a force for growth and a potential risk. The chapter stresses the importance of steering clear from the negative effects of compounding by illustrating the dangers of compound mistakes.
Compounding is a magical force for growth in your life—one Albert Einstein is rumored to have referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World"—but it can also be your worst enemy.
The stacking of negatives has the potential to knock you out of the game if you aren't careful.
3 steps to avoid the dark side of compounding: (1) Create space, (2) Evaluate the new situation, and (3) Execute.