Most teams are surrounded by objectively easy, low-hanging ways to improve but often do nothing. Why? Even low-hanging fruit requires someone to take the first step.g.
> In fact, if something obvious has lingered for a long time, it is likely very difficult.
This is one of those office koans that took me way too long to grasp. This post does a great job articulating the reasons why “simple doesn’t mean easy” in this context. Going to share with some of the other leaders in my company. Thanks!
Love this, it is where most 'politics' in a company start from. Where the 'build an army' mentality comes from too.
> In fact, if something obvious has lingered for a long time, it is likely very difficult.
This is one of those office koans that took me way too long to grasp. This post does a great job articulating the reasons why “simple doesn’t mean easy” in this context. Going to share with some of the other leaders in my company. Thanks!
Excellent article. Lately Im encountering this situation a lot.