Do you feel pressure to have everything figured out in your work or life? You’re not alone. Many leaders and professionals struggle with the expectation to have detailed plans for their future, especially during times of transition or uncertainty.

Gayle Lantz challenges the notion that you need to have everything mapped out to move forward. She suggests that sometimes the best approach is to simply identify and take your next small step.

As she explains, “The progress comes from taking just one small deliberate step at a time.” This perspective can be particularly freeing for leaders who feel stuck trying to create perfect long-term strategies in an increasingly unpredictable world.

This episode offers a refreshing alternative to traditional planning approaches, helping listeners reduce anxiety about the future while still making meaningful progress.

This episode covers:

• Why we feel pressure to have everything figured out
• The dangers of rigid planning in uncertain times
• Benefits of focusing on small, immediate actions
• How to shift from long-term planning to next-step thinking
• Alternative approaches to creating progress
• The importance of trusting yourself in the process
• Ways to identify your “next best right step”

Resource referenced:

Life Work Planning Workbook by Gayle Lantz (Available on Amazon)

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