"Slow is smooth and smooth is fast!"

The U.S. Navy SEALS, one of the U.S. military's special warfare units and an example of a High Reliability Organization has a saying that I really like - "Slow is smooth and smooth is fast!"  It makes a lot of sense when you really think about it in depth - slow and deliberate action leads to efficiency, which saves time in the long run (which creates speed)!  When you do things the right way the first time, you avoid making mistakes and having to go back to repeat the same task over again.  

There's a version of this saying that is much older, and I am sure you've heard about it already.  "Haste makes waste."  My sources tell me that this proverb can be traced back to 1542, when it was first noted in the English scholar Nicholas Udall's translation of "Apophthegmes" by Erasmus of Rotterdam (note also that an apophthegm is a concise saying or a short statement).  The version that appeared in this translation is slightly different and one I actually like better.  "More haste, less speed."  

Remember, it's important to take the time to do things carefully and accurately, because rushing through a task often leads to mistakes and errors.  Even when it comes to decision-making, it's wise to remember that thoughtful consideration yields better outcomes.  Instead of rushing to complete a project, it's better to proceed with caution and attention to detail.  As we try to become more efficient in our organizations, it's essential to strike a balance between speed and accuracy.  Haste makes waste.  Slow is smooth and smooth is fast.