organizing

The pursuit of detail is the religion of success.

Amateurs have a goal. Professionals have a system.

The purpose of a system is what it does. There is no point in claiming that the purpose of a system is to do what it constantly fails to do.

People who want to appear clever rely on memory. People who want to get things done make lists.

The way I found that works for me is I theme my days. On Monday, at both companies, I focus on management and running the company…Tuesday is focused on product. Wednesday is focused on marketing and communications and growth. Thursday is focused on developers and partnerships. Friday is focused on the company and the culture and recruiting. Saturday I take off, I hike. Sunday is reflection, feedback, strategy, and getting ready for the week.

The goal of organizing our knowledge is to move our goals forward, not get a Ph.D. in notetaking.