The Power of Starting Small: Why Momentum Matters More Than Perfection

If there’s one lesson I keep coming back to — both in business and in life — it’s this: you don’t need to have it all figured out before you begin.

We often get caught up in the idea of perfection. The perfect business plan, the perfect website, the perfect moment to launch. I’ve been there too — holding back because I thought I needed to be “ready.” However, the truth is that 'ready' is an illusion. What creates real growth isn’t waiting for perfection. It’s starting small, starting messy, and building momentum as you go.

I still remember the first time I hit “publish” on a project that wasn’t polished the way I imagined. I hesitated, I second-guessed, I even considered scrapping the whole thing. But the moment it was out in the world, something shifted. I had taken a step. That single step created movement — and movement created confidence. That’s the magic of momentum.

Starting small does two things:

• It gets you out of your head and into action.

• It teaches you faster than waiting ever could.

Because when you start, you get feedback. You learn what works, what doesn’t, and where to adjust. And suddenly, the idea that once felt impossible begins to take shape.

Think of it like a snowball rolling down a hill. At first, it’s tiny. Maybe even unnoticeable. But as it moves, it gathers more weight, more strength, more direction. That’s momentum. And it always starts small.

So, if you’re waiting for the right moment or the perfect plan, here’s my reminder: the power lies in the beginning. Send the email. Launch the draft. Test the idea. Record the video.

Not because it’s flawless. But because momentum matters more than perfection.

And who knows? The small step you take today might be the one that changes everything.

Reflection for you: What’s one small, imperfect step you’ve been holding back on and what would happen if you took it today?