I think I was learning ICM backwards.

I kept trying to figure out the right folders, files, agents, and structure first.

Now I think the better starting point is:

What is something I already do repeatedly that I wish worked the same way every time?

Once I understand the actual work, what goes in, what decisions happen, and what "done" looks like, the structure gets much easier.

New rule for myself:

Don't start by designing an ICM. Start with a real piece of work that already hurts.

What was the first workflow where ICM finally clicked for you?

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I think I was learning ICM backwards.

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