40: Repeatable vs. Repetitive: The Secret to Continuous Growth

Have you ever skipped revisiting a course or concept because you thought, “I’ve already done that”? In this episode of Five with Fry, I unpack why that mindset might be holding you back.During a drive back from Martha’s Vineyard, I listened to a course about repeatable intellectual property that totally flipped my thinking on what it means to “learn.” There’s a huge difference between something being repetitive and something being repeatable. The first feels like busywork; the second builds mastery.Think about it like sports—athletes don’t practice a skill once and call it done. They repeat it hundreds of times, so it’s second nature when it counts. The same goes for personal and professional growth, especially when we’re talking about complex topics like identity and inclusion. Every time we revisit valuable material, we peel back new layers, connect more dots, and deepen our understanding.Join me as I dig into how to make your learning repeatable—not just repetitive—and why going back to what you’ve “already done” might be the smartest move you make.Follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and X @JenFryTalks or connect on LinkedIn at Dr. Jen Fry. And don’t forget to subscribe, share, and drop a review wherever you listen to podcasts!