What decisions do you make differently when there are no do-overs? When you’re at the absolute deadline and you can’t play the long game anymore?
Time is a resource. Like all resources, sometimes you’re a little short – and the smart play is the same, no matter the resource. When you’re almost out, it’s not the time to be frugal. It’s the time to make the big bet. You don’t have anything left to preserve, so take the risk.
When you’re down to the wire, bet on yourself with whatever you have left. Always.
The Opportunity Machine 