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GETTING THINGS "DONE" IN LARGE TECH COMPANIES

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Summary from the TLDR Web Dev newsletter

In large tech companies, "getting things done" isn't just about completing tasks, but delivering value that is visible and appreciated by decision-makers. Engineers can fall into the trap of endless incremental improvements, which may be productive but lack impact in the eyes of management. To truly succeed, engineers should focus on finishing projects to a satisfactory point, declaring victory, and moving on to new, impactful initiatives.