Originally posted by TheFaQQer
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2. Depending on importance of task, add 25-100% additional time to original estimate.
3. Commit to inflated time estimate with the client.
4. Be willing to negotiate the time down, try to resist saying "ye cannae change the laws of physics!"
5. Deliver on your originally estimated time in 1. (or even slightly over), publicly praise all the subordinates for going above-and-beyond in getting it in early. This defuses cries of "Fix!" as the subordinates get a rare bit of unwarranted praise and it usually makes them believe they've achieved miracles.
6. Bask in the admiration for your skills as a miracle worker.
Scotty was no miracle worker, he just knew how to sell a delivery schedule then exceed it.
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