The UnKnown Sprint: A 6-Step Guide to Making Decisions in a World That's Always Changing
Step 1: Pretend You Know What You're Doing
- Put on a confident face
- Use big words like "synergy" and "disrupt"
- Act like you're in control (even when you're not)
Step 2: Ignore the Facts
- Don't let data get in the way
- Make up your own numbers
- Call it "creative problem-solving"
Step 3: Bluff Your Way to Success
- Smile and pretend you know what you're talking about
- Use buzzwords like "innovation" and "transformation"
- Act like you're a visionary leader (even when you're just winging it)
Step 4: Delegate to Someone Who Actually Knows What They're Doing
Just kidding, you're on your own. Good luck with that.
Step 5: Blame It on the "UnKnown" Algorithm
It's not your fault. It's the algorithm's fault. Trust us, we're sure of it.
Step 6: Declare Victory and Take a Raise
- Pat yourself on the back
- Write a memo about your greatness
- Take a victory lap around the office
Or, you know, just wing it and see what happens. The "UnKnown" way.
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