A domino is a small rectangular block of wood or plastic, each face of which is marked with dots resembling the numbers on dice. A domino is usually twice as long as it is wide. It is played by placing one side against the other and positioning it to touch the end of a chain of other dominoes, which then increases in length as each player adds more tiles to it. Dominoes are also sometimes called bones, cards, pieces, or men and may have either a smooth surface (usually white) or a textured surface (usually black). The value of a domino is usually indicated on its two squared ends, which are normally divided by a line to separate them visually, with the side having more dots (called the top end) having a higher value than the side with fewer (or no) dots (called the bottom end).

There are many games that can be played with domino, but it is most commonly used for blocking and scoring. Players typically draw a hand of dominoes before the game begins, and the first player to place a tile is determined by drawing lots or by the player holding the highest domino in his or her hand. During play, each player adds more dominoes to the chain and may only move a domino in the direction that is possible. During the course of a game, each player must eventually place all of their remaining tiles, with the goal being to form the longest possible chain or to reach a predetermined target score.

Using the Domino Effect in Leadership

The Domino Effect is an idea that states that when you make a change in behavior, this will cause a shift in other behaviors, similar to a domino effect. For example, when people decrease their sedentary leisure time each day, they will likely start to exercise more and eat healthier as a result.

This is a great principle to keep in mind in business, as well as in life. When you have a big project that requires a lot of time and attention, break it down into smaller tasks. This can help you be more productive and prevent you from feeling overwhelmed.

For instance, when creating a financial plan for your business, you could break it down into several good dominoes such as researching competitors, developing a budget, and laying out a financial strategy. Then, each of these dominoes could be completed in a timely manner by prioritizing the task and dedicating full attention to it until completion. This method will create positive effects that ripple throughout the rest of your business process.