Don't put the cart before the horse
When planning or executing tasks
Understanding the Rule
Do things in the proper order. Don't skip foundational steps to jump to later stages. Prerequisites exist for good reasons, and reversing proper sequence causes problems.
What Happens When You Break It
Wrong sequencing leads to failed projects, wasted effort, need to backtrack, unstable results, confusion, and having to redo work in proper order.
Benefits of Following This Rule
Correct sequencing builds solid foundations, ensures each step succeeds, saves time and effort, creates stable results, and prevents rework.