Have you ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or just plain tired of pushing forward in your business?
If so, I’ve been there. More times than I care to admit.
There was a time when every day felt like a grind. My goals seemed so far away, and I couldn’t help but compare my slow progress to the massive success others were posting about. It felt like I was treading water while everyone else was racing ahead.
But then something changed—a mindset shift that transformed not only how I approached my business but also how I felt about it. This one shift took me from simply surviving to genuinely thriving, and today, I’m sharing it with you.
The Breaking Point 💔
Let me set the scene: it was a random Tuesday night. My analytics page was open, my conversion rate was sitting at a depressing 0.8%, and I’d just spent hours rewriting an email sequence that no one seemed to care about.
I slumped back in my chair, defeated. “Why does this feel so hard? Am I even cut out for this?”
Doubt was creeping in. I kept thinking of all the ways I was failing—every project I’d procrastinated on, every idea I hadn’t executed perfectly. I was stuck in a cycle of negativity that was sabotaging my progress before I even gave myself a chance.
To be honest, I’d been acting like a donkey up til this point🐴🤦🏼♂️
The Mindset Shift: Progress Over Perfection 🎯
Then I stumbled on an idea that changed everything:
Stop aiming for perfection. Start aiming for progress.
This might sound simple, but for someone like me—who’s always been a bit of a perfectionist—it was revolutionary. I realized I was so focused on getting everything “just right” that I wasn’t moving forward at all.
Here’s what I learned:
- Perfection is the Enemy of Progress
The more time I spent tweaking and overanalyzing, the less time I spent doing.- I used to spend hours obsessing over perfect headlines, only to realize later that an imperfect headline with traffic was better than a perfect one sitting in draft mode.
- I started testing instead of perfecting. Even if something wasn’t 100% ready, I launched it. The feedback and results from those “imperfect” launches taught me more than any extra hour of prep ever could.
- Celebrate Small Wins 🏆
Every little step counts. That email sequence I rewrote? It wasn’t perfect, but it was done. And that alone was a victory. I began tracking small wins daily—things like:- Posting a blog, even if it wasn’t groundbreaking.
- Finishing a single task on my to-do list, even if I didn’t complete the whole thing.
- Gaining one more subscriber, even if I hadn’t hit my target for the week.
- Reframe Failures as Lessons 📚
I started looking at failures differently. Instead of beating myself up over them, I asked:- “What did I learn from this?”
- “How can I use this experience to improve?”
What Changed? The Results 🌈
Once I embraced the mindset of progress over perfection, things started to shift:
- I stopped overthinking and actually started doing.
- My anxiety about “keeping up” with others faded because I was focused on my own journey.
- My productivity soared, and so did my results.
Did everything magically fall into place overnight? No. But the momentum I created by focusing on progress made it easier to keep going.
Actionable Tips to Shift Your Mindset This Week 🗓️
- Start Tracking Small Wins
At the end of each day, write down one thing you accomplished—even if it feels insignificant. Over time, you’ll see how much progress you’re making. - Set “Good Enough” Goals
Ask yourself: What’s the simplest version of this task that gets the job done? Aim for that. You can always improve it later. - Replace Negative Self-Talk with Curiosity
When something doesn’t go as planned, ask yourself: “What did this teach me?” instead of “Why did I fail?” - Use Tools to Stay Organized
Sometimes, feeling stuck is a result of poor planning. A good planner or task management system can make all the difference.
Plan Your Week, Crush Your Goals 📝
If you’re ready to make this mindset shift and start focusing on consistent progress, I have the perfect tool to help you: the “Positivity and Getting Things Done” 365-Day Printable Planner.
This planner is designed to:
- Keep you organized and productive.
- Help you track your daily wins and focus on progress.
- Keep you motivated with positivity prompts and goal-setting exercises.
Plus, it comes with Private Label Rights, meaning you can even brand it and sell it as your own product—talk about a win-win!
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Final Thoughts 💡
This week, I challenge you to focus on progress over perfection. Whether it’s a blog post, a landing page, or a small daily task, commit to moving forward—even if it’s just one step.
And remember, success isn’t about doing everything perfectly; it’s about consistently showing up and doing the work.
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