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Output vs outcome
Another take on focus vs. productivity
I love it when the universe sends you just the right thing at just at the right time.
Yesterday we talked about focus (as a way to deliver results) vs. productivity (as a way to be always busy).
Today a friend shared this super-apropos tweet (thanks Oren!).
Marty Cagan on product management theater đź«Ł
— Lenny Rachitsky (@lennysan)
5:13 PM • Mar 15, 2024
The video is two minutes (well worth watching) but here’s the money quote for those who are skimming.
It is a lot easier to deliver output than it is to deliver outcome
100% agree. I also love the “theater” framing. Don’t waste time acting in a “work play” and producing outputs.
Focus and deliver outcomes (a.k.a. results).
-Ale
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