βThe key is not to prioritize whatβs on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities.β β Stephen Covey
Netflix didnβt beat Blockbuster by renting more DVDs. Their domino move was streaming. That single pivot cascaded into global dominance, because every other barrier (inventory, shipping, late fees) toppled when streaming became the focus.
Why it Works:
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A well-chosen first move multiplies impact.
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It forces clarity: one domino can do the work of ten.
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Momentum builds once the first piece falls.
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