There’s a lie we tell ourselves: I’ll start when I’m ready.
We convince ourselves that more planning, more research, and more preparation will lead to better results. But the truth? Waiting to be “ready” is just procrastination with a fancy name.
Let Me Explain
The real reason we over-prepare is fear.
- Fear of failure.
- Fear of judgment.
- Fear of the unknown.
So, we hide behind preparation, convincing ourselves that once we know everything, then we’ll take action. But mastery comes from doing, not planning.
Let’s Deep Dive
💡 You Learn by Doing
No amount of studying substitutes for experience. The best way to launch a product? Ship it. The best way to start a podcast? Hit record. The best way to build a community? Start engaging. You refine as you go.
🔥 Action Creates Clarity
Most of the questions we try to answer upfront—Will this work? What if I fail? What’s the best strategy?—only get answered once we start. The path becomes clear through motion, not hesitation.
⚡ The Illusion of Readiness
Some people spend years “preparing” to launch their business, write their book, or start their fitness journey—only to realize they’re still stuck at zero. Meanwhile, the ones who start messy end up miles ahead.
Bringing It Home
I’ve learned this firsthand in my journey as a founder, a curious learner, and a podcaster. Every time I waited for the “perfect” moment, I stayed stuck. Every time I took action, I grew.
The reality? There is no perfect moment. The moment you start is the perfect one.
Your Turn
What’s something you’ve been “preparing” to do for too long? Take one step forward today. Not tomorrow. Not next week. Today.
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Learning never stops.
Take a moment to reflect and act on what resonates with you.
Keep evolving.
— MJ Nyota
