**If you cut corners in a process, you are more likely to have to put in more effort later when things stop working.** If you cut corners in a process, you are more likely to have to put in more effort later when things stop working. # Examples - Pre-drill holes so your screws don’t split the wood. - Measure and mark so you don’t make the wrong cut and have to go back and fix it. - Document your functions in your code so you don’t forget what you’ve done or how it’s used. - Use a laser level when you're laying [[Lessons from Tiling|tile]] **** ## Source ## Related - [[Right Process ⇒ Right Results]] - [[Tools & Satisfaction]]