Stop Waiting and Start Acting on Today’s Possibilities

When Jason felt stuck in his customer-support role, he made a tiny change: he arrived five minutes early and asked his lead a quick question about a process improvement. That simple act set off a chain: his team lead noticed, mentoring him on a new tool.

The next day, instead of drafting a complex proposal, Jason sent a one-sentence suggestion about streamlining a ticket workflow. His manager replied with thanks and forwarded it to the operations team, giving Jason visibility across departments.

By acting today on micro-steps, Jason bypassed months of waiting for ‘the right moment.’ His small jumps aligned with bigger currents at the company.

Behavioral research shows that initiating small, low-risk actions builds self-efficacy and triggers a positive feedback loop. Once you see yourself succeed in a tiny way, you’re far more likely to tackle bigger moves.

Start by listing three tiny things you can do in your current role, like sharing a quick idea or tidying your workspace for clarity. Pick one and put it at the top of today’s list, committing to 80 percent quality so you actually do it today. After finishing, celebrate with a brief pause—stretch or a quick walk—and then pick your next tiny step for tomorrow. This approach builds uninterrupted momentum without waiting for ideal conditions. Give it a try this afternoon.