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Sell the Distractions: Portfolio Focus Without the Drama

This entry is part 5 of 5 in the series The Brick that Saves It's Self

Side quests feel exciting until they eat your margins and your attention. LEGO recovered by cutting distractions and protecting the core operation that actually paid the bills. Use a Distraction Disposal checklist and a simple sunset script to reduce tool sprawl, exceptions, and portfolio clutter.

October 15, 2025 David Carneal

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The Innovation Trap: When ‘Diversifying’ Means ‘Panic Buying’

This entry is part 2 of 5 in the series The Brick that Saves It's Self

When performance wobbles, ‘innovation’ can turn into panic buying with a bigger budget. LEGO’s near-collapse is a reminder that too many initiatives create operational whiplash and hidden work. Use a simple 1–3 scorecard and a stoplight portfolio to separate real strategy from shiny distractions.

October 3, 2025 David Carneal