Rippling's product chief says this is why he deliberately understaffs every project

Rippling's CPO said he prefers to understaff than overstaff all his projects.

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• Rippling's product chief Matt MacInnis says he deliberately understaffs teams at the company.
• MacInnis says keeping teams lean and busy prevents distractions and low morale.
• Taking breaks and slowing down also leaves room for other competitors to take market share, he said.

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