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What does it mean?
Resource constraints can lead to creative solutions that mask imperfections.
In plain terms
Use creativity to hide lack of resources.
What can you take from it?
Make do with what you have.

Where it applies

  • budget constraints
  • startup environments
  • landscaping

Putting it to work

  • use available materials creatively
  • focus on presentation

Questions to consider

  • When have you used constraints to innovate?
  • Does presentation matter more than substance?

Another view

Sometimes masking problems prevents addressing root causes.

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