Day 18: The “Speed vs. Precision” Decision Filter

Framework: Know When to Go Fast vs. When to Get It Right

📌 “Move fast and break things. Unless you're building a rocket.” – Facebook / Elon Hybrid Rule

Mini Course: Match Speed to Risk

Mastering business isn’t about always moving fast—it’s about knowing when to move fast and when to slow down and get it right.

Use this 2×2 decision filter:

Impact ↓ / Reversibility →ReversibleIrreversibleLow ImpactMove FastMove FastHigh ImpactDecide Fast, RevisitDecide Slow, Involve Experts

• Reversible + Low Impact? Test it. Ship it.

• Irreversible + High Impact? Pause. Model it. Seek advice.

• High Impact + Reversible? Move quickly but review closely.

Task: Run Today’s Decisions Through the Matrix

1. List 3 key decisions or actions you're making today

2. For each, ask: What's the impact? Is it reversible?

3. Decide how fast (or carefully) you should move

Insight:
Great operators aren’t just fast—they’re strategically fast. They protect the downside, then sprint.