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Focus on results rather than just effort from "summary" of Clockwork by Mike Michalowicz
Effort without direction is like running on a treadmill—exhausting yet ultimately unproductive. Emphasizing outcomes transforms the approach to work and decision-making. It shifts the mindset from how much time and energy is expended to what is actually achieved. This perspective encourages individuals and teams to set clear goals, measure progress, and evaluate effectiveness. When evaluating performance, it’s crucial to ask, “What did we accomplish?” rather than, “How hard did we work?” This simple shift in questioning can reveal inefficiencies and illuminate paths to improvement. Time invested should correlate with tangible results, not just activity for activity’s sake. Fostering a results-oriented environment cultivates accountabilit...
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