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Why Detailed Planning Only Led Me to Failures!
Do The Thing.
My mother always told me, “You make big plans, but nothing gets implemented. You should start small.”
I used to feel overwhelmed whenever something new or significant came up. This persisted until I left my 9 to 5 job. Whenever faced with such situations, I had a consistent approach — create a detailed, stellar plan.
During my 9 to 5 job, I faced failure in numerous projects. Even attempting a side hustle alongside my job never took off. I was left with only an ideal plan on paper, which was not implementable.
In reflecting on my life, I’ve realised the reason for my failures and found a solution.
Don’t Expect, Don’t Hope!
When dealing with something new or substantial, our first inclination as humans is to anticipate success. We expect victory until we start the actual work.
This is a major mistake. As novices, we formulate plans based on what sounds ideal in our heads. Imagine not knowing much about a new task — how can you create a plan to achieve it?
In today’s digital world, we watch videos, read blogs, and assume we can create a plan and succeed. This is a misconception.
