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My significant other boarded a plane to Alaska this morning. For the next 30 days, it's just me, the kids and -- soon -- enough laundry to open a 2nd hand clothing store. My 1st thought: Grab the whiskey (kidding...I quit drinking 2,096 days ago) But then it hit me... Life has a way of throwing us into situations that force us to level up. A lot like business. There's never a "perfect" time to start. You'll never feel 100% ready. And some days, you'll want to burn it all to the ground. Growth does NOT happen when things ARE comfortable. It happens when you're stretched. I'll be "stretched" as a Dad as I play Dad & Mom for the next 30 days. I'll learn to adapt and get creative with dinner (Mac & cheese or cereal, kids?) I have days when I put off launching the product, as I worry no one will buy. I have days when I get scared sharing something vulnerable. I have days when I struggle with an idea for an email. Remember: The magic happens in the messy. My challenge to you today, Reader... "What's one thing you've been avoiding or putting off because you "don't feel ready" or "it's not perfect"? Take the leap. Do the damn thing. You figure out 96.3% of this business as you go. Gotta run, I think the kids are in the kitchen juggling the knives (again)! YOU GOT THIS 🙌 In your corner, When you're ready, here are a few ways I can help you…
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Adam Dukes
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