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Random rules of thumb

A bunch of “rules of thumb,” via Google, natch.

The best rule of thumb I always remember is from a book of the same name that’s probably out of print. I think of it every time I skulk around the house acting like a dissatisfied crank:

If you don’t know what you want, you probably need a nap.


Got a good, (non-dirty) rule of thumb to share?


Update 2005-02-16T11:11: Sharp-eyed GH noticed the wonderful Rules of Thumb books are available used on Amazon. Awesome.

Check out the comments for interesting background from the books’ editor.

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Which reminds me, have you...

Which reminds me, have you ever seen (and seen is the operative word here) Parker’s amazing “IN ONE DAY:The Things Americans Do in a Day?”

Each page has facts about the scale of items in the United States and an illustration to go with it.

Example: “In one day, Americans drink enough soda pop to fill a bottle three times the size of the Statue of Liberty.”

Illustration: Statue of Liberty overshadowed by a gigantic coca-cola bottle.

 
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Inbox Zero

The original 43 Folders series looking at the skills, tools, and attitude needed to empty your email inbox — and then keep it that way. Don’t miss the free video of Merlin’s Inbox Zero presentation.

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