“I don’t know” often serves as a convenient excuse for inaction. It’s tempting to defer decisions when the information feels incomplete or uncertain. But in my experience, waiting for perfect information isn’t just impractical—it’s often detrimental. Progress depends on moving forward, even when all the answers aren’t clear.
That’s why I advocate for a different mindset: when faced with ambiguity, make a reasonable assumption, document it, and proceed. This approach doesn’t eliminate uncertainty, but it reframes it as a manageable challenge rather than a roadblock. By leaning into …
The idea of intentionally making oneself obsolete challenges the conventional mindset about work and job security. Instead of striving to prove irreplaceability, this approach advocates for identifying inefficiencies, eliminating redundant tasks, and questioning the necessity of one’s actions. This intentional drive for obsolescence not only sharpens personal and organizational efficiency but also fosters innovation, growth, and meaningful contributions.
At its core, this philosophy encourages a critical reassessment of daily tasks. Are they essential? Could they be automated, streamlined, or …
