TLDR Design · MISCELLANEOUS

WHY BIG THINGS DON'T GET DONE

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Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

Productivity works like a glass jar - first, fill it with strategic “rocks,” then pebbles, which represent incremental improvements, and sand, equivalent to routine tasks. Many organizations prioritize small tasks, leaving no room for impactful initiatives. Leaders must define key priorities, communicate them clearly, and trust their teams to handle minor tasks.