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[–] [email protected] 29 points 2 years ago (2 children)

I try to remember to always under promise expectations. Even after all these years I keep forgetting that a simple change is never really that simple and has lots of overhead.

[–] WhiskyTangoFoxtrot 8 points 2 years ago

Scotty had it right. Always multiply your estimates by four.

[–] NewAgeOldPerson 4 points 2 years ago

That works until you are dictated a date you never agreed to. Going thru a little PTSD moment right now lol.