If you've spent any time in this space you’ve probably seen some newbies asking for help while overthinking everything. To get them pointed in the right direction they’ll be told "Just take action, bro!"
And it's true. Taking the first step is crucial, and action is the catalyst that propels us forward. But - If you want to get to the next level, you’ve got to also start bringing your thinking to the next level as well.
Even myself, being relatively early in my own journey, I’ve come across people continuously banging their heads against the wall, doing the same thing over and over again, all in the name of “action taking”... lol. But that’s just the first level. If you want to start delivering real value instead of just “feeling” like you’re moving forward, you’ll need to do one better.
Level 1: Action Taking
If you’re in a position where you’ve been wanting to do something for while but haven’t done anything yet, “just” taking action is the right move. You need to get out of your comfort zone and start learning by doing, gaining valuable experience. But you already know this… Level one is good to get the ball rolling but it's only the first step.
Level 2: Intelligent Action Taking
Intelligent action taking is where the magic happens—it's about combining wisdom, strategy, and continuous improvement. So, how can you level up your game and move towards intelligent action taking?
1️. Embrace the mindset of delivering exceptional work. Excellence sets you apart from the competition and builds trust with your customers. But don't use this as an excuse for perfectionism - otherwise you’ll just be in a worse position than level 1 thinking.
2️. Seek knowledge and improve your skills. Read books, listen to podcasts, find mentors or communities like this one. Remember, learning complements action - it shouldn't replace it.
3️. Intelligent action taking involves calculated risks. It's about being open to stepping outside your comfort zone and exploring new strategies. Embrace the mindset of a calculated risk-taker, analyzing potential opportunities while being mindful of potential downsides.
P.S. What did you think of this post? I haven’t written too much content before (been more of a lurker) but I’d like to get into the habit of doing so
And it's true. Taking the first step is crucial, and action is the catalyst that propels us forward. But - If you want to get to the next level, you’ve got to also start bringing your thinking to the next level as well.
Even myself, being relatively early in my own journey, I’ve come across people continuously banging their heads against the wall, doing the same thing over and over again, all in the name of “action taking”... lol. But that’s just the first level. If you want to start delivering real value instead of just “feeling” like you’re moving forward, you’ll need to do one better.
Level 1: Action Taking
If you’re in a position where you’ve been wanting to do something for while but haven’t done anything yet, “just” taking action is the right move. You need to get out of your comfort zone and start learning by doing, gaining valuable experience. But you already know this… Level one is good to get the ball rolling but it's only the first step.
Level 2: Intelligent Action Taking
Intelligent action taking is where the magic happens—it's about combining wisdom, strategy, and continuous improvement. So, how can you level up your game and move towards intelligent action taking?
1️. Embrace the mindset of delivering exceptional work. Excellence sets you apart from the competition and builds trust with your customers. But don't use this as an excuse for perfectionism - otherwise you’ll just be in a worse position than level 1 thinking.
2️. Seek knowledge and improve your skills. Read books, listen to podcasts, find mentors or communities like this one. Remember, learning complements action - it shouldn't replace it.
3️. Intelligent action taking involves calculated risks. It's about being open to stepping outside your comfort zone and exploring new strategies. Embrace the mindset of a calculated risk-taker, analyzing potential opportunities while being mindful of potential downsides.
P.S. What did you think of this post? I haven’t written too much content before (been more of a lurker) but I’d like to get into the habit of doing so
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