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by a professional
from University of North Carolina at Wilmington
in West Palm Beach, FL, USA
I agree with the perspective of valuing consistent progress. As pointed out in "Atomic Habits," the British cycling team's transformation is a testament to the power of incremental gains. These small improvements, when accumulated, can lead to breakthrough results. While I don't champion taking uncalculated risks, I believe there's merit in striving for a double rather than just sticking to singles. It's about recognizing those areas of potential exponential growth, the "bright spots", and channeling resources effectively. The Pareto Principle or the 80/20 rule frequently comes into play here: a majority of the impactful results often come from a minority of efforts. By focusing on these high-leverage areas, we can achieve more substantial outcomes without necessarily taking on the risks associated with swinging for the fences.
from University of North Carolina at Wilmington in West Palm Beach, FL, USA