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Random rules of thumb
Merlin Mann | Feb 15 2005
A bunch of “rules of thumb,” via Google, natch.
The best rule of thumb I always remember is from a book of the same name that’s probably out of print. I think of it every time I skulk around the house acting like a dissatisfied crank:
Got a good, (non-dirty) rule of thumb to share? Update 2005-02-16T11:11: Sharp-eyed GH noticed the wonderful Rules of Thumb books are available used on Amazon. Awesome. Check out the comments for interesting background from the books' editor. 27 Comments
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George Polya's "How to solve... by Edward Vielmetti (not verified)
My current favorite, from the... by Gerard Van Der Leun (not verified)
My dad had those books.... by ME-L (not verified)
Yup, they are well and... by Vanderleun (not verified)
Which reminds me, have you... by Vanderleun (not verified)
Gerard,
Haven't seen the "In One... by captnkurt (not verified)
I'm not sure if this... by Todd Dailey (not verified)
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I'm sure kids would enjoy... by Vanderleun (not verified)
humm, seems like there are... by Vanderleun (not verified)
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