Effective leaders share one key trait: a bias toward action.
They don’t wait for the perfect moment or overanalyze their next steps. They act.
When they have an idea, they test it immediately, even if it’s not flawless.
This approach allows them to learn, adapt, and refine faster than those stuck in planning mode.
In leadership, progress is made by doing, not just thinking.
If you want to grow your business or life, focus less on perfection and more on taking action.
What’s your training schedule?
“Champions are made in the gym, not the ring,” goes the boxing saying.
Athletes achieve greatness by spending 90% of their time training.
Yet, in business and life, we rarely invest time in preparation.
Picture a football player who never trains—failure is inevitable. The same goes for us.
Dedicate just 5-10% of your time to deliberate practice—whether it’s studying, role-playing, or problem-solving—and you’ll elevate your game.
The more you sweat in preparation, the less you struggle in performance.
Success comes from the discipline to train, improve, and push beyond your limits.
The one question effective CEOs ask themselves daily.
What sets top CEOs apart from the also-rans?
The most effective leaders ask themselves a simple yet powerful question on repeat: “What needs to happen next?”
Rather than a set-it-and-forget-it mindset, they’re constantly scanning for what’s missing and what refinements could be made, ready to pivot or change course.
Leadership isn’t about blindly sticking to a plan; it’s a strong bias toward action, challenging assumptions, and finding new ways forward.
Whether you’re a CEO or not, adopt this mindset to thrive.
Make “What needs to happen next?” your leadership mantra, and you’ll be ready to outperform the competition.
The No-Decision Trap.
When making decisions, we often mistake inaction for safety.
But doing nothing is still a decision—and often the wrong one.
Feeling stuck in a job but afraid to make a move?
That’s a decision.
Delaying a rebrand for the perfect moment?
Another choice to stay in the past.
The real danger isn’t change—it’s staying the same.
Instead of fearing new ideas, consider the cost of inaction.
Don’t let the No Decision Trap keep you from evolving.
To your creative success…
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About Josh
Josh Linkner is a New York Times bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, venture capital investor, professional jazz guitarist, and a globally recognized innovation expert. To learn more or to explore a collaboration, visit JoshLinkner.com
