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Apr 27, 2025 42 min

6 - When Should You Bail

from Free Form AI Hosted by Michael Berk

In this episode, Michael and Ben discuss the challenges of decision-making in software engineering, particularly focusing on the sunk cost fallacy, emotional attachment to work, and the importance of prototyping. They explore how to recognize when to pivot or bail on a project, the complexities of ROI calculations, and how to effectively communicate with stakeholders about project scope and trade-offs. The conversation emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to emotional investment in work, the value of iterative development, and the biases that can affect decision-making.

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