Own your bad news. When something goes wrong, tell people immediately.
NO. 65 / 100
BY JASON FRIED & DHH
QUOTE #65 · Own Your Bad News
REWORK INSPIRATION Let's REWORK
CHAPTER:
Own Your Bad News
CHINESE EDITION
Chapter: 在问题上少投入点精力
“当遇到困难时，人们的本能反应都是加大投入：增加人手、延长时间、加大投资，这一切做法只会使问题变得越加严重。正确的方法应该是反其道而行：削减。”
BOOK TRANSLATION: 重来
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CORE PHILOSOPHY
Key Takeaway & Insight
REWORK challenges the orthodoxy of standard corporate dogma. Stay nimble, embrace practical constraints, eliminate unproductive meetings, and focus on delivering tangible value.
Real business momentum comes from execution, sustainable pace, and clarity over chaotic busyness.
37SIGNALS WORK ETHIC
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DISCUSSION
Reader Perspectives (3)
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Mark
just now
Byproducts can be more valuable than the main product. Keep your eyes open.
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Designer_K
5d ago
Quality over quantity, whether in code or in life.
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Chloe
15m ago
Only those who truly love their work know how to rest efficiently.
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