Preference vs. Effectiveness - Why What We Like Isn’t Always What Works

There’s a tension we don’t talk about enough—in work, in teams, and honestly, in life. It’s the quiet gap between what we prefer and what’s actually effective. And here’s the truth most people don’t want to admit: we’re not as good at telling the difference as we think.

We like to believe we’re choosing the best tools, the best processes, the best systems. But often, we’re choosing what feels familiar… not what actually works. Comfort can be a liar—and if you’re not careful, it becomes an anchor disguised as a preference.

In this episode, we dig into the subtle but powerful difference between what feels good and what produces real results. You’ll hear why some of the habits you love might be quietly holding you back—and how the teams that grow the fastest are the ones willing to challenge what they’v ...