Earlier this year, I read Algorithms to Live By, a book that explains how to use insights from computer science in daily life. One of the rules is the 37% rule. It’s an important rule because it’s broadly applicable. But I had forgotten about it until I listened to the author on the Software Engineering Daily podcast.

The 37% rule says that if you have a decision to make, you should spend 37% of the amount of time you have. This is called exploration period. Seek advice, learn about demands of the role, and meet some candidates.

After you’ve explored, you transition to exploit. Exploit in this context doesn’t mean to take advantage of or misuse, but to seize the opportunity and capitalize on your knowledge.

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