Return on effort
Return on effort is impact divided by a weighted effort estimate, used to order work.
Why it matters
It puts one line with a large effect above three days with a moderate one, which is the ordering that actually matters.
How it is measured
Sort the checklist by the ratio and compare the top of the list against your current plan.
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What is return on effort?
Return on effort is impact divided by a weighted effort estimate, used to order work.
Why does return on effort matter?
It puts one line with a large effect above three days with a moderate one, which is the ordering that actually matters.
How is return on effort measured?
Sort the checklist by the ratio and compare the top of the list against your current plan.