Don't do what they ask you. Do what they ask you plus other insight.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Going beyond what is asked by adding your own insight creates more value than just following instructions.
- In plain terms
- Do what is asked plus add your own insight.
- What can you take from it?
- Add value beyond the minimum ask.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did extra insight change an outcome?
- How do you add value beyond your role?
Another view
Sometimes doing exactly what is asked is safer.
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