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Marine leadership rule (80% knowledge principle)

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Last discussed Feb 26, 2026

A military leadership principle teaching Marines to make decisions at 80% knowledge rather than seeking perfect information, emphasizing action over analysis paralysis.

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Arthur Brooks
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"What they train Marines to do in leadership is to get to 80% knowledge and then choose and stop looking. Use the marine rule of leadership."

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