Do So Much You CAN’T Suck
Summary
- You have to do a lot of something to become great at it. Practice so much that it's impossible to be bad at it anymore.
- Figure out the number of times you have to do something, like giving public speeches, to guarantee improvement. Is it 10 times, 100 times, or maybe even 1,000 times?
- Funnel all your energy into reaching that number. It’s more than just doing the task; it’s about refining your skill.
- After every 10 or 20 attempts, review your performance. Identify the top 10 or 20% of what you did well.
- Focus on repeating and enhancing strategies that worked. It's about doing more of what got you the best results.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest implementing the idea of practicing a lot to get better at something. Let's say you want to get better at public speaking. A good way to start is by deciding a number, like 100 speeches, where you believe it's impossible to still be bad if you reach it. Start by giving speeches at any chance you get, whether at local events or even in front of friends.
After every 10 or 20 speeches, sit down and think about what went well. Pick the top things you did best and focus on repeating and improving those. It's important to always measure what you do well and do more of it. This isn't just limited to speeches—apply it to any skill you want to improve.
For entrepreneurs, this method works with sales calls, marketing strategies, or any task. If you do 100 outreach calls, figure out what got the best responses, and then double down on those techniques.
For personal growth, maybe it's about trying a new habit like daily reading or journaling. After a couple of weeks, evaluate what's working and why it makes you feel good or improves your day.
By continually reviewing and focusing on what works best, you naturally refine your skills and efforts to see bigger improvements over time without spending extra money.
