182 words on Planning

We’ve all heard Benjamin Franklin’s quote: “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.”

Don’t start your day, week, or month without THINKING. Surprisingly, thinking is a muscle that’s tough to build. It’s baffling how often we act before we think, leading to oversights and goofy mistakes. Common themes emerge whenever we face challenges:

  • Lack of planning and preparation
  • Poor communication and collaboration
  • Oversight and neglect of priorities

We’re all smart, hardworking, and well-intentioned, but there’s no glory in rushing without tying your shoelaces—you will fall.

There’s no pride in scrambling and hustling through “busy work” if it distracts you from your overall role and bigger picture.

Whether you’re a seasoned manager or a rookie, leading a project or a call, I encourage you to start each day with THINKING.

Take an hour at the beginning of your day to think. Plan. Rehearse. Prepare. Prioritize.

THEN, start your day.

If you skip this step today and make it a habit, remember my words: you’ll find yourself making the same goofy mistakes 10-15 years from now.

Build good habits today.