Assumptions seem small—
But they cause big problems:
Most damage doesn’t come from lies.
It comes from things we never checked.
You can’t fix what you never saw.
Assumptions hide what matters most.
Assumptions can cause:
❌ Lost trust fast
❌ Missed insight
❌ The wrong hire
❌ Wasted meetings
❌ Delayed progress
❌ Unclear next steps
❌ Bad product choices
❌ Poor feedback loops
❌ Conflict that lingers
❌ Dead-end projects
❌ Silent resentment
❌ Broken client ties
❌ Poor decisions
❌ A missed sale
❌ Team tension
To stop guessing, use my REAL steps:
✅ Recognize when you’re guessing.
✅ Explore to find the facts.
✅ Learn from your mistakes.
✅ Align your thoughts with what’s true.
Every assumption comes with a cost.
Sometimes it’s small.
Sometimes it’s your reputation.
Truth isn’t louder—it’s just buried.
Digging for it always pays off.
The Trap of Assumptions
Kenrick Vaz 