🧩 Simplify to Get Things Done
We all want to get things done — whether it’s writing a blog post, starting a side project, or organizing our life.
But often, we get in our own way.
Why?
Because we complicate things.
The Trap of Complexity
Say you want to write a blog post.
What’s the most effective way to do it? Just sit and write.
But instead, your mind kicks in:
- What’s the perfect structure?
- Should I create custom graphics?
- Let me first read 10 blogs on how to write blogs...
Before you know it, you're overwhelmed — and the post never gets written.
Not because you’re not capable.
But because you’ve made it too complex.
Simplicity = Momentum
The most productive people don’t aim for perfect. They aim for progress.
They take the smallest step forward — even if it’s messy.
- Write the draft.
- Record the first episode.
- Launch the MVP (Minimum Viable Product).
- Post the idea.
Once you’ve started, you can always iterate and improve. But you can’t improve what doesn’t exist.
How to Simplify
Next time you feel stuck or delayed, ask yourself:
✅ Can I remove something?
✅ What’s the easiest version of this?
✅ What’s the next small action I can take right now?
Final Thought
Productivity isn’t about doing more.
It’s about doing less - more effectively.
Simplify the process. Reduce the friction. And just begin.
Because done is always better than perfect.
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