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Sunk Cost Culture Audit

“Sunk Cost Culture Audit” is a short 45-minute practice from Zayenha Practice in the Leadership domain. Identify projects team continues because "we invested" not because they deserve it. Its goal: Free resources from zombie projects. You can read its goal and first step for free; the full practice with every step and the interactive part comes with Plus.

Identify projects team continues because "we invested" not because they deserve it.

45 min Advanced

Goal

Free resources from zombie projects.

Steps

1

List all ongoing projects.

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Expected Outcome

Immediate

Resources freed.

Evidence base

School: Decision Theory

Founders: Arkes · Blumer (1985)

Arkes & Blumer — Sunk Cost.

Frequently asked questions

How long does "Sunk Cost Culture Audit" take?

This exercise takes about 45 minutes, practiced in a group in a Written reflection format.

When will I notice the effect of "Sunk Cost Culture Audit"?

Resources freed. In the short term: Energy for real priorities.

Is "Sunk Cost Culture Audit" evidence-based?

Yes — it draws on Decision Theory (Arkes, Blumer (1985)). Arkes & Blumer — Sunk Cost.

Is "Sunk Cost Culture Audit" suitable for beginners?

Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the platform.

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