Rework in Summary: A Small Company Can Be a Great Goal

Final summary First, on internal culture: plans, meetings, workaholism, and rules look useful but may kill productivity. Companies enthusiastically plan, regulate, meet, and work overtime, yet may not need these things. Judge them by whether they help the company make money. If they kill efficiency, abolish them early. Second, on size: a company need not grow large to matter. A small company can itself be a great goal. Managers should work within their circumstances. Limited resources can stimulate creativity and encourage cutting unnecessary expenses. If you serve the business well and make money, striving to remain small and efficient is a worthwhile managerial goal. Third, on people: control headcount and slow hiring so everyone can operate independently. The author says not to add people unless absolutely necessary. Managing the pace of hiring creates an atmosphere suited to efficient work. Education and experience should not determine whether someone fits. Anyone who does the job well is a good employee. Follow these principles and everyone can shoulder responsibility, avoiding overstaffing. Finally, maintain your own judgment instead of imitating or following blindly. That preserves initiative with competitors and customers. Do not take rivals too seriously or copy their actions. Do not revolve around customers or abandon your view because of their demands. Always do your own core work well. This lets the company maintain initiative. #得到聽書 (Dedao audio book summary) #重來 (Rework) A new learning topic tomorrow~