i thought of this on my continuing journey of reading through 37signals Getting Real. The article "Done!" reminded me of the beauty of making a decision and then getting something accomplished.
My usual response to making a decision is: "i wont decide now, i'll do it later". i like that because it's easy to say and easier to do - because i dont have to do anything.
When i worked with Campus Crusade under the illustrious Nate Miller i was shocked when he said during a meeting. "Well, we've talked through this, who's going to do it and when should we expect it done by?" (at least that's what i heard)
i was completely caught off guard. Did we officially put this to a vote and pass on it? Shouldnt we wait another month to make sure we absolutely have to do this and it's a sure-fire bet?
No.
And surprise surprise, we got things done!
At the time i thought we should know we were completely right before making a move, but at the core i was just being lazy.
Here's to making decisions and realizing they dont trap me, but free me. And who says you cant revisit, or deem it a mistake?
Besides, i dont think Good isnt worth sacrificing for Perfection.
