Jan 16, 2025
When I'm trying to solve a problem and my brain starts running around in circles like a headless chicken, I like to smash the "I'm going to bed to let it marinate" button.
At that point, there's no way to push my stubborn brain to explore other ideas. The brain is tired and moody.
Stepping away is progress because you trust your brain to do its thing while you sleep. Don't do this during the day, though; your colleagues won't appreciate it.
I know when I wake up, I'll have a dozen (okay, maybe a couple) fresh angles and new ways to tackle the problem. Magic!
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I'm a father of 3 from Sydney, a product and technology leader. I write about leadership, product management, technology and the messy reality of making work work.
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