Predictability is valued because it enables everyone to plan effectively. Last-minute changes, surprises, and uncertainty are not just inconvenient—they are disruptive and signal problems. Expect schedules, processes, and frameworks to be consistent, and expect adherence to them.
If you introduce unpredictability—changing requirements late, providing information at the last minute, being inconsistent—you create problems for others and may be seen as disorganized or disrespectful. Instead, provide information early, give advance notice of changes, and maintain consistency in your own behavior. When you contribute to predictability, you make it easier for others to do their jobs and earn their trust.
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