The Art of Small Work: Why Tiny Actions Can Yield Huge Results
I have a confession to make: I’m obsessed with the concept of “small work.” It’s a philosophy that’s driven my life and businesses for years, and it’s something I’m passionate about sharing with others.
So, here’s the deal: Everyone should do at least 50 pushups every single day. I know it might sound a little crazy at first, but hear me out. It’s not about the pushups themselves – it’s about what they represent, which is the power of consistent, tiny actions that compound to become something huge.
The Domino Effect and Small Work
You see, I’m a big believer in something called the Domino Effect. If you’re not familiar, essentially, it’s the idea that one tiny action can set off a massive chain reaction.
Scientists have proven that a tiny domino can topple a domino 50% larger. Now let’s scale that up a bit. Starting with a two-inch domino, by the 57th domino, the momentum would be enough to knock over something taller than the distance between Earth and the moon.
That’s how momentum works. Health and fitness are deeper than just the physical gains we see. That’s why I believe in doing small work – building mini-habits – because those small wins build exponentially into huge momentum.
How to Implement Small Work
So, how do we put this concept into action? Here are my recommendations:
- Start with pushups: Do some every single day. It doesn’t matter if you only do 10 or if you nail 100. Doing pushups consistently sets a positive tone for your day. It’s a small but powerful way to develop a mindset focused on achievement.
- Break big goals into small tasks: Want to write a book? Start by writing just 100 words a day. That’s the beauty of small work – you’re always making progress even if you don’t see the immediate end result.
The art of small work is all about rewiring your brain to focus on progress, not perfection. If you implement small work consistently, you will achieve extraordinary things.
Remember: there will only not be a tomorrow one time in your entire life. Until then. Try harder.
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Time-Stamped Show Notes
- 00:30: Intro
- 01:00: Why Jerred recommends 50 daily pushups
- 02:00: The art of small work
- 02:30: The Domino Effect explained
- 03:30: How to implement small work
- 04:00: Using pushups to build a strong mindset
- 05:00: Breaking big goals into tiny steps
- 06:30: Closing thoughts and call to action