You Don’t Need All the Answers

We didn’t have the systems.

We didn’t have a five-year plan, a proven process, or even a name.

But when Mark and I first decided to work together, we had just enough: shared values, a spark of opportunity, and a reason to move.

At the time, I was exiting the business I’d spent twelve years at. Mark had a client opportunity where he thought I could add value. We didn’t overthink it. We didn’t map out every scenario. We said yes to the pilot and figured out the rest as we went along.

That first collaboration worked. More than worked – it clicked. The partnership felt natural, and the feedback from the client made it clear we were onto something.

From there, we leaned in. Took on more projects. Built faster than we “should” have.

Learned by doing.
Adapted under pressure.

And here’s what stands out looking back:

We didn’t wait to feel ready. We started with what we had. And that momentum gave us everything we needed to shape what came next.

If we’d waited until we had the perfect model or complete clarity, we’d probably still be talking about “someday.”

Instead, we moved. And that motion changed everything.

So here’s the question worth asking:

What are you still waiting for all the answers on?

What project, partnership, or opportunity are you putting off until it feels safe? Certain? Finished?

Progress doesn’t come from waiting. It comes from movement. From saying yes, even if it’s a little rough around the edges.

What’s the one step you can take today to kick-start momentum?

Take it. Create motion. The clarity will come.

Andy Jack

Andy loves helping subject experts, authors, speakers, coaches and key persons of influence to monetise their expertise with online learning. When not on his laptop, he'll usually be found up a mountain!