Just Start: Take Action, Embrace Uncertainty, Create the Future

Leonard A.Schlesinger Charles F.Kiefer

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Provides a simple, research-based method - identical to the one taught at Babson College - for achieving success in an uncertain world. This title explains how smart steps can help move you forward on your path of acting, learning from that action, and building off that learning to create a productive cycle of iteration.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Action Over Analysis: The book advocates for taking action as a means to break the cycle of overthinking and hesitation. Action often leads to clarity and learning.

  2. Embracing Uncertainty: Rather than trying to eliminate uncertainty, it's about accepting it as an inherent part of any endeavor and learning to thrive in uncertain situations.

  3. Iterative Progress: The authors emphasize the importance of iterative progress – taking small steps, learning from them, and then adjusting course accordingly.

  4. Learning from Failures: Failure is seen as an opportunity for learning and growth. The book encourages reframing failures as feedback and using them to improve future actions.

  5. Getting Started: The hardest part is often getting started. "Just Start" encourages individuals to take that initial step towards their goals despite doubts or fears.

  6. Experimentation and Adaptability: Experimentation is key to discovering what works and what doesn't. Being adaptable and willing to pivot based on feedback is crucial.

  7. Overcoming Perfectionism: Waiting for perfection can stall progress. Instead, the book urges individuals to embrace imperfection and learn through action.

  8. Collaboration and Feedback: Seeking input from others and collaborating can provide valuable perspectives and improve outcomes.

  9. Focus on Process: While goals are important, focusing on the process of taking action and learning from it is equally valuable.

  10. Continuous Action: Consistent action, even in small increments, leads to momentum and eventual progress.

Language English
ISBN-10 1422143619
ISBN-13 9781422143612
No of pages 196
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Harvard Business Press
Published Date 20 Mar 2012

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