Human life as a chain of projects is a useful way to understand growth and purpose. Life doesn't look like the normal rhythmic operation of a machine (well, sometimes it does – but we're talking to business people here). Each phase we enter resembles a project with a beginning, a process, and an outcome. In childhood, we learn basic skills and values, laying the foundation for future tasks. Education becomes a structured project where goals are defined and progress is measured. As adults, careers and relationships turn into interconnected projects that demand planning, effort, and adaptation.
Viewing business life this way encourages responsibility and intentionality. Projects require clear objectives, time management, and reflection, all of which help us stay focused and motivated. Failures are not endpoints but feedback that improves the next attempt. Project successes become milestones rather than final destinations.