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"如果我一天做出三个好决定,那就足够了。它们应该尽可能地高质量。"

Jeff Bezos
Jeff Bezos Entrepreneur
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The essence of this quote is all about prioritizing quality over quantity when it comes to decision-making. It’s not about how many choices you make in a day, but how well you make them. Three good decisions can have a massive impact if they're the right decisions, made with careful thought and consideration.

Think back to Warren Buffett. He's famous for his investing wisdom, and he’s someone who truly embodies this quote. Instead of spreading himself thin, Buffett focuses on making a few critical decisions with significant impact. He doesn't get bogged down in the minutiae. This approach contrasts sharply with the modern hustle culture where people often pride themselves on being perpetually busy. It’s a reminder that sometimes, less is more.

Let’s say you're a CEO of a startup. Imagine you need to decide on expanding your product line, hiring a new key team member, and securing additional funding. These are critical decisions that will shape your company's future. If you rush through these because you’re also trying to tackle a hundred other tasks, you might end up making poor choices. But if you focus your energy on these three decisions, weighing all the pros and cons, seeking advice, and taking your time, the outcomes are likely to be much more favorable. Quality decisions require time and mental bandwidth—something that gets depleted if you're spread too thin.

So, what can you do to apply this wisdom in your life? Start by prioritizing. Each morning, identify the top three decisions or tasks that need your undivided attention. Block out time in your calendar for deep work. This means no distractions—turn off notifications, close unnecessary tabs—focus solely on the task at hand. Take breaks between these sessions to recharge. Decision fatigue is real; our brains can only handle so much before the quality of our choices starts to decline.

To illustrate, let’s look at Sarah, a project manager at a tech company. Every day, she was overwhelmed with emails, meetings, and minor issues. She found herself making hasty decisions and none of them seemed to stick. One day, she decided to change her approach. Every morning, she picked the three most crucial decisions for her team’s success. She spent her best hours, typically in the morning when she was most alert, solely on these. Smaller tasks were delegated or scheduled for later. Gradually, she noticed a significant improvement. Her team was moving forward more efficiently, projects were hitting deadlines, and she felt less stressed and more accomplished.

Imagine if we all did this. By focusing on making a few high-quality decisions each day, rather than trying to do everything, we could enhance our productivity and reduce stress. Think about those days when you felt like you were just spinning your wheels. Now, imagine instead, you tackle three big things effectively. It feels pretty good, right?

So, next time you're inundated with choices, remember this quote. Slow down, prioritize, and aim for quality over quantity. Your future self will thank you.
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