General George S. Patton's Golden Rules of War#
Success in war hinges on three golden rules: speed, simplicity, and boldness.
- Speed.
- Simplicity.
- Boldness.
In essence, a simple and robust plan that can be executed quickly and decisively is key. Patton famously said:
A good plan violently executed now is better than a perfect plan executed next week.
This underscores the importance of acting swiftly and decisively with a solid, straightforward, and workable plan.
In a competitive environment, striving for perfection can lead to paralysis and inaction.
Now, it's time to act. Go out there and take decisive action.