Make the Deal

Summary

The conversation discusses the tendency to wait for the perfect time to start and not make a deal with oneself to take action. It emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfect action and starting where we are. The conversation provides practical tips for overcoming the perfection trap, such as setting a non-negotiable start date, starting small, celebrating small wins, adjusting and adapting, and seeking support. The key takeaway is to stop waiting for the perfect time and start taking action towards our goals.

Keywords

perfect time, deal with oneself, start, side project, obstacles, achieving goals, waiting, procrastination, imperfect action, embrace, circumstances, momentum, motivation, progress, potential, delay, start date, small wins, adjust, adapt, support, perfection trap, potential, unlock, full potential

Takeaways

Stop waiting for the perfect time and start taking action towards your goals.

Embrace imperfect action and start where you are.

Set a non-negotiable start date and start small.

Celebrate small wins and adjust and adapt as you go.

Seek support from people who will encourage and hold you accountable.

Titles

Celebrate Small Wins and Adjust and Adapt

Seek Support to Overcome the Perfection Trap

Sound Bites

"The key to making progress and achieving our goals is to embrace imperfect action."

"By taking imperfect action, we build momentum, gain valuable experience, and have the opportunity to adjust our approach as we go."

"Set a non-negotiable start date. Instead of waiting for the perfect time, just pick a date, commit to starting no matter what."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Waiting for the Perfect Time

06:05 Embracing Imperfect Action

11:26 Setting a Non-Negotiable Start Date

12:22 Celebrating Small Wins and Adjusting

14:06 Seeking Support to Overcome the Perfection Trap

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