Do You Have What It Takes to Start?

02/05/2024 11 min Episodio 5
Do You Have What It Takes to Start?

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The Power of Starting: Overcoming Perfectionism and ProcrastinationIn this inaugural episode of 'Winning Without College,' host Stuart Takehara, a self-described college dropout and former corporate marketing executive turned entrepreneur, addresses the common hurdles of starting a project. Emphasizing the importance of overcoming excuses, perfectionism, and the fear of not being ready, Stuart shares his personal journey of delaying the launch of this very podcast and how he finally decided to take his own advice by just starting, irrespective of the conditions. He stresses that the initial attempt at anything new will likely be far from perfect but asserts that improvement and mastery only come with continual practice and effort. Stuart encourages listeners to start whatever project they've been contemplating, regardless of whether it will be shared publicly or perfected, underscoring that the act of starting is a significant step towards eventual success. This episode serves as both a reflection on Stuart's personal growth journey and a motivational call-to-action for listeners to embark on their own endeavors without further delay.00:00 Introduction to Winning Without College00:18 Taking My Own Advice: The Journey Begins02:04 Overcoming Excuses and Embracing Imperfection04:30 The Importance of Starting Somewhere08:03 First Steps and Future Growth08:23 A Challenge to Just Start11:05 Closing Thoughts and EncouragementContact Us:[email protected] Hard Truths You Need To Win Without College:www.WinningWithoutCollege.com/HardTruthSubmit Your Question to Be Answered On The Podcast:www.WinningWithoutCollege.com/PodcastLeave Us a Review!Help spread the word by giving us a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify! This helps the algorithm put the show in front of more people, and this is the bet way to support the show and is a true blessing for everyone who works on the program!Click for: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeart Radio