I used to think making the best decision was obviously the most important thing. As engineers, we get pretty passionate about which library or tool is best. But the longer I do this, the more I would take the second-best option used consistently over a different “best” option in every project: fewer things to maintain and less work when we need to change direction.
I’m starting to think the same applies to running a company. Consistency shouldn’t mean being stubborn or resisting change. The point is to make it easier to adapt quickly.