This is great advice. We aim for this in a specific way: Being as straightforward as possible. I think that's one of the highest forms of beauty. Products should just make sense. Policies should just make sense. Pricing should just make sense. Reasons should just make sense. Questions should have direct answers. You shouldn't need a magnifying glass, or a telescope, to see what needs to be see. Everything with the naked eye. No fine print, very few exceptions, as few branches as possible. Everything as much the same from any angle.
Jim Simons: It’s a beautiful thing to do something right

Oct 30, 2025 · 8:33 PM UTC

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I'm sure, as a founder, you can't keep an eye on everything that's happening inside the company. curious how you make sure everything is just as straightforward as possible?
How do you think?
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The Timeless Way of Building.
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@BrizyBuilder This is why I am such a big fan and follower. Your products are so nice to use. Thank you.
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I’ve noticed the more companies try to “be clear,” the more legal fine print creeps in. Maybe it’s not a lack of will, but fear of being too exposed. True straightforwardness costs control, and that’s what most orgs aren’t willing to trade. Honesty gets expensive when it touches profit.
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Elegant is the word.
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clarity above all. for that you need clarity within. if you're confused, fearful, greedy, etc. it shows up in all of these things. bring clarity to your state. bring clarity to your biz.
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everything should just feel right
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Just vibes and clarity. The rarest combo on the internet.
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I couldn’t agree more. When everything just makes sense, you build trust and clarity-no need for a magnifying glass, just honest business from every angle.