It’s About Progress, Not Perfection

At a Summit Consulting Convention in Atlanta, I heard Alan Weiss say something that has resonated with me ever since: “It’s about progress, not perfection.” This simple yet powerful statement has become a mantra I share with my clients time and time again.

Perfection: The Enemy of Progress

Too often, individuals stall their progress because they are waiting for everything to be perfect. They hesitate to start a blog post because it’s not flawless. They delay launching a website because it’s not just right. They put off taking actions that could grow their business because they haven’t perfected their ideas. Sound familiar? Ask yourself: What are you waiting for?

Perfectionism feeds an inner critic that thrives on doubt and hesitation. This mindset convinces us to self-edit, overanalyze, and procrastinate. Instead, shift your focus to the end goal and take the first step. The journey doesn’t have to be flawless—it just has to start.

Kill the Inner Critic

Stop waiting for perfection and start making progress. Progress doesn’t require perfection; it requires action. Mistakes are part of the process, and everyone makes them. Embrace them as learning opportunities. Success isn’t about never failing—it’s about having the courage to keep going even after setbacks. Be yourself, act, and move forward.

The Simplicity of Success

Success isn’t as complicated as we sometimes make it. At its core, it’s about taking consistent, deliberate action. Start making progress and then repeat the process. Don’t wait for perfect conditions or flawless execution. It’s the courage to persist that matters most, even when the path gets tough or when past efforts haven’t worked out.

Progress Over Talent

Remember, success often relies more on persistence and resilience than on talent or perfection. The key is to keep moving forward, no matter how small the steps may seem. Progress builds momentum, and momentum leads to growth. Waiting for everything to be perfect only holds you back.

So, stop waiting. Start today. Act toward your goals and embrace progress. And if you’re ready to accelerate your success, we’re here to help. Give us a call, and we’ll work with you to achieve meaningful progress and measurable results in your business.

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