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I am often wrong

345 points · 226 comments · bcherny

  1. wqtz · · focus · HN ↗
    I have worked in GTM/PM consultancy for some time now. This is the patterns I often observe:

      - Have a vague understanding of the problem
      - Architect an overcomplicated solution thinking of all possible contingencies
      - Pitching the overcomplicated solution to someone else
      - Ask them to come up with a simple solution. Ask questions to "birth" to the solution.
      - Not providing any feedback as that would mean need you to be accountable for the work
      - Trying to convince them they should work out the solution because they are the expert and much smarter then you
      - Taking credit for solving the problem
    1. leoc · · focus · HN ↗
      Go To Market/Project Management?
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