The Truth About Waiting for the ‘Right Time'

Hey,

Let’s get straight to it

The biggest lie we tell ourselves is this: “I’ll start when the time is right.”

We convince ourselves that once we feel more confident, once the bank account looks better, once we’ve figured it all out, then we’ll take the leap.

But that day? It doesn’t exist.

The truth is, clarity comes from movement, not from waiting.
Every person you admire? They didn’t wait until they had the perfect plan.
They moved before they felt ready.
They figured it out while they were in the fire, not before.

So let me ask you: What has waiting already cost you?
How many ideas have gone to the graveyard because you hesitated?
How many moments of growth were delayed by overthinking?

If you’re serious about building something meaningful, here’s what you need to remember this week:

1. Reframe Fear as Fuel

Fear isn’t the enemy, it’s data.
It’s a sign you’re on the edge of something that matters.
The people who win in life don’t wait for fear to go away.
They learn to move with it.

2. Lower the Bar for Action

You don’t need the whole map, just the next step.
“I’m not ready yet” is often perfectionism in disguise.
Forget the big leap. What’s the simplest move you can make today?
Small, consistent action creates massive momentum.

3. Commit Before You’re Comfortable

Stop waiting to feel “ready.” That feeling may never come.
The secret?
Confidence is a byproduct of action.
You grow into readiness. But only if you’re in motion.

Non-Negotiable Action for the Week

Pick the one thing you’ve been delaying because it’s “not the right time” and do the smallest possible version of it today.
Send the email. Make the call. Book the meeting. Start the thing.
Imperfect action beats perfect hesitation every single time.

🧠 Quote of the Week

"Start before you’re ready. No one is ever ready to do the important things." – Amy Poehler

You don’t need another sign.
This is it.

Stay bold. Stay relentless.
David

P.S. Hit reply and tell me, what’s one thing you’ve been putting off, and what’s one small step you’ll take today?