📝 How I use even over statements to clarify my priorities

How do you decide what to do when every option seems like a good option?

I use even-over statements.

Would you rather have $1m or a new bicycle? That seems fairly straightforward.

Should you work on hiring a new salesperson or redesigning your sales process? Now, that could be a difficult choice to make.

Meet "even over" statements.

They force you to take a principled (and explicit) stance on your priorities.

Some examples of even-over statements:

- Systems design EVEN over quick fixes with new hires (Efficiency through simplicity)

- Employee development EVEN over immediate productivity (Sustainable advantage)

- Excellent customer service EVEN over immediate profit margins (Long-term focus)

- Radical candor EVEN over team harmony (Culture)

- Work-life balance EVEN over revenue (Employee well-being)

Knowing what you prioritise even over something else that seems like it should be worthwhile is a powerful way to simplify decision making and clarify your priorities.

What even-over statements will you employ?

I would love to see your examples. Reply to this email or comment below.

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I shared this in my Work Smart Wednesday newsletter. Want the full set of related insights? You can read them here: https://worksmartwednesday.substack.com/p/work-smart-wednesday-november-29

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