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#143 - Pick priorities & stay mission-aligned: How to avoid bike shedding | Sam Corcos & Ben Grynol

LEVELS – A Whole New Level

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Yak Shaving and Bike Shedding in Programming

Yak shaving and bike shedding are common terms used in programming. Yak shaving refers to a never-ending task that becomes increasingly frustrating. Bike shedding, also known as the law of triviality, is when people focus on minor details instead of addressing the main issue. Both terms highlight the tendency to fixate on manageable problems rather than tackling larger, more complex challenges.

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