Many people wait for the perfect conditions to start, not realizing that starting itself is the perfect condition.

One idea that sticks with me is what Alex Hormozi calls “The Fallacy of the Perfect Pick.” People often believe that success comes when the perfect opportunity arrives—when everything aligns, and they’re fully prepared. But the truth is, starting now, even imperfectly, is the real key to progress.

This concept resonates deeply with me. Looking back, I’ve often found myself waiting for the right moment—whether it’s for something to happen or for something to end—before I begin working toward a goal.

But I’ve learned that by simply taking the first step, you learn far more than by endlessly preparing.

Twenty minutes of trying to ride a bike will teach you more than five hours of reading about it.

When I was learning to swim, I watched countless videos on perfect technique. Yet, after just one hour in the water, I learned more than all those videos could ever teach me. The experience itself was the greatest teacher.

Now, I do my best to take action toward any goal, knowing that I’ll learn far more from doing than from over-preparing. It’s a reminder that research and preparation are valuable, but they can also turn into procrastination. The real learning happens when you start.