I love this reminder from the author of the #1 NY Times bestseller, Atomic Habits, James Clear. It’s so easy to feel like we need to have all the answers before starting something new. Whether self-imposed or external—the expectation is that we’ll craft the perfect plan, anticipate every challenge and guarantee success before taking the first step. 

But creating a flawless roadmap isn’t the answer because the path often looks different once you start moving. You see opportunities and obstacles that weren’t visible from the starting point. You adjust, recalibrate, and make better decisions because you’re in motion.

Your team is watching how you navigate uncertainty. If they see you waiting for perfection or certainty, they’ll hesitate too. But when they see you embracing iteration and learning along the way, they’ll feel confident to do the same.