9. Processes are useful
(long text warning here)
Here is the thing: people have made mistakes
before you even came around. Thoughtfully,
they tried to leave you some tips about the
steps to take to get from one point to the
other, while avoiding to forget important stuff
on the way, or get so confused altogether that
your project is going south before you even
reach the first milestone.
13. On your first trip, they are very useful
They will probably get you there faster
You will avoid obvious stupid mistakes
You will have to pay attention
They work better with a local guide