REWORK Say No by Default
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Oct 16, 2024 Explore the hidden costs of saying yes and the burdens of overcommitment. Discover why saying no can lead to simplicity and maintain focus in business. Learn how adding product features can complicate user experiences and hinder flexibility. Understand the challenges of pricing strategies and the need for clarity. The discussion highlights real-life examples and the courage required to embrace simplicity for better decision-making and innovative success.
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Regretting Yes
- Saying yes limits your options and creates future regret.
- It increases surface area, leading to more complexity and unwinding efforts.
Yes as a Cop-Out
- Avoid saying yes immediately, as it's often a way to avoid difficult discussions.
- Commitments accumulate and restrict future decision-making.
Cost of Yes
- Saying yes is cheap now but expensive later due to future consequences.
- Consider if you'd still say yes if you had to do it tomorrow.
