Execution: Can accurate and speed go hand in hand?

This post is not precisely constrained within the domain of our search funding topics, but more to the topic of life experiences and lessons learned that can be applicable to all sorts of fields. Before becoming bald and a businessman, I was a Naval Architect working in maritime salvage operations. I ran a Marine Casualty Response Center for one large Maritime organization (ABS or eagle.org). And it was one of the most exciting jobs I’ve ever had. Responding to maritime disasters—groundings, collisions, structural failures—was intense, fast-paced, and required split-second decision-making. People often say speed and precision don’t go together. But when a vessel is sinking, you have to move quickly and get it right the first time. That’s only possible with the right tools, the proper training, excellent communication, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. We used computer models to simulate real-time scenarios and test salvage strategies before taking action—because, in this field, there’s no room for trial and error. Looking back, I see how this experience applies far beyond maritime response. Whether responding to customer needs, making critical business decisions, or managing high-stakes negotiations, the ability to move fast and stay precise—while communicating effectively—is invaluable. And I think you can all relate to it. Oh, and if you want to dig in further, check out this article, dubbed the Paramedics of Maritime Casualties— on the fascinating world of ships running aground in storms and more. https://bit.ly/3Xcb2Wh Balancing speed and precision under pressure is possible....