I signed up for what? I thought I was just ordering cable.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Stewart expresses surprise at the complexity or intensity of his work.
- In plain terms
- He expected a simple job but got something bigger.
- What can you take from it?
- Be ready for jobs to be more complex than expected.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did a job surprise you?
- How do you prepare for hidden complexity?
Another view
Surprise can be positive as well as overwhelming.
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