In this episode, Carl reflects on how easy it is to hide behind big plans and distant steps instead of taking action on what’s right in front of us. Drawing from a recent retreat conversation, he points out how often we get stuck thinking about scale, strategy, or the “hundredth step,” when in reality, progress only comes from the next best step. Planning has its place, but Carl suggests keeping it contained so it doesn’t become an excuse. In the end, the only thing that really matters is the step you can take right now.

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