"Eventually everything will get done"- Anonymous
When it comes to the issue of quality then eventually is not good enough. Most people would prefer good enough now over perfect in the distant future.
So, how do you know when good enough is good enough? Consider for a moment that military folks never have 100% knowledge about the enemy. I have read in the past that their decision process is based on knowing 70% of what is to be determined and believing that level is enough knowledge to move forward.
Why 70%? If you think about it then it starts to make sense. You must always have a bit of nervousness. If you feel that you must know everything that you need to know then you will be paralyzed into not taking an action.
By accepting 70% you give yourself to take an imperfect action than to wait for a perfect time to act. I believe that the same should apply in regular situations. I have at times spent too much time thinking and not enough doing.
It is very seldom that we regret an action but often regret most inactions. As the old saying goes.... there are more unwritten novels in a graveyard than in existence.
Today's question is:
"What are you waiting for? ACT!"
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