Why Smart People Overcomplicate

Steve Acho
Jan 6
1 min read

It's common for smart people to dismiss basic but effective tactics because they’re simple. Overcomplicating can make us feel smart and sophisticated. Meanwhile those getting results are quietly doing the boring fundamentals.

Results rarely reward complexity and cleverness. They reward clarity and consistency.

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