22Start Small to Finish Big

The key to finishing big is to start small. Big achievements like running a marathon, introducing a new product, or exceeding a hefty sales goal all start with one small step. Consistent “baby steps” lead to big places.

Starting small involves sharpening your focus, building your competence, and igniting your passion a little more each day. It’s about using the multiplier effect of the adherence equation to your full advantage. (The graphic below provides a reminder of the success factors that drive each component.) The small steps you take today will have a big impact tomorrow.

Take Inventory, then Take Action

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