Whenever I begin something new—like starting a side project or preparing for a job change—I usually begin with a small action.

For example, when I start studying, I don’t force myself to study right away. I simply sit in the chair for a few days without doing anything else.

I believe building a habit is really important.

Just sitting in the chair eventually makes studying feel natural. Once I get used to simply sitting there, studying begins to follow naturally.

Some people disagree with me. One person said, “But I can start right away as soon as I make up my mind.”

I replied, “That’s awesome. Then just do it! But most people I’ve seen can’t do that so easily.”

How about you? Do you start with something small, or dive right in?

Start with Something Small