191. Progress Over Perfection: How to Start Before You're Ready

Waiting until you're ready is just fear in a really convincing disguise.Summary: Perfection is a myth, and deep down you already know that, but self-doubt and the fear of judgment keep so many of us stuck, waiting for a moment of readiness that never comes. In this episode, Steph gets personal about the messy, imperfect beginnings that are actually the foundation of every meaningful journey of personal growth and impact. Drawing on her own story and using common examples in every day life, we talk about the saboteur voices that kill motivation before you even begin, why starting imperfectly is an act of courage, and how embracing a progress over perfection mindset might be the most important entrepreneurship and mindset shift you ever make. As Steph puts it, waiting for perfection isn't humility, it's selfishness. The world needs what you have, right now, as you are.In this episode you'll discover: - The importance of starting imperfectly- Overcoming self-doubt and saboteur voices- The journey of progress and evolutionYour takeaways: -Starting imperfectly is better than not starting at all.- Progress beats perfection; embrace the journey of growth.- Self-doubt and saboteur voices are common; recognize and challenge them.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Proof of Light01:21 The Importance of Starting11:34 Overcoming Fear and InactionResources mentioned: Proof of Light projectBig Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert📩 Join my newsletter: stephsaffer.com⁠🤝 Work with me 1:1: stephsaffer.com/contact-me/⁠