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Stupid Rules

Stupid Rules. & how to change them. Stupid rules and how to change them. Why manners are simultaneously outmoded and tired and also the best way to get anything done. Suboptimal Rules. & how to change them. 1. 2. 3. nsfw-ish. unless you work where I do. this picture is illegal.

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Stupid Rules

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  1. Stupid Rules • & how to change them

  2. Stupid rules and how to change them. Why manners are simultaneously outmoded and tired and also the best way to get anything done.

  3. Suboptimal Rules • & how to change them

  4. 1 2 3

  5. nsfw-ish unless you work where I do

  6. this picture is illegal.

  7. this picture breaks the rules

  8. David Chipperfield

  9. Why can’t I use a cell phone in the library?

  10. Why don’t we allow ________ in the library?

  11. Why can’t I leave a DVD in the book drop?

  12. Why can’t we write the name of the movie in the newspaper?

  13. Why do we have to be quiet?

  14. Why aren’t we open on Sundays?

  15. Re-evaluating rules lets you recommit to the ones that you think are truly important • Having a procedure for re-evaluating rules lets the system self-regulate... somewhat.

  16. The enforcer != the rulemaker • No one cares about you • Don't be afraid to ask why • Have a (polite) posse • Choose your battles

  17. most of all • Assume everyone just came from the dentist. Give everyone a graceful out. • Don't be in a hurry.

  18. thanks!

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