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TMS #083: The 1% Edge
Transform Your Life with the Science of Daily Gains
Dr. Christian Passlick
March 02, 2024
Read time: 4 minutes
Hey there, champ! Ready to transform your life in ways you never thought imaginable?
We're not talking about reinventing the wheel overnight or becoming a master painter in a day.
No, we're talking about something way more powerful and absolutely doable:
The 1% edge.
It's about making small, daily improvements that add up to monumental changes.
You know how sometimes the greatest truths are hidden behind simple concepts?
That's this, in a nutshell.
It's about getting a tad better every day, sticking with it, and watching amazing happen.
Grab your favorite snack (I'm a nuts fan myself), and let's unfold a story.
It's a story about little wins and persistence.
You, an amazing person, will crush it by taking tiny steps.
I. Understanding the Science of Daily Gains
Alright, so imagine this: if you get just 1% better at something every day, in one year, you'll be 37 times better at it.
No, that's not a typo.
James Clear talks about this in his book "Atomic Habits".
Just 1%—the tiniest margin.
You can do that, right?
The Psychology Behind It
It's simple.
Tiny wins feel good.
And when something feels good, what do we do?
We want more.
Our brain: It loves a good win. Gets a hit of dopamine that says "Do it again!"
The snowball effect: One win rolls into another, growing bigger each time.
Consistency: Do it often enough, and it piles up into something grand.
Real Wins, Real People
Jeff Bezos didn't wake up one morning with Amazon.
No, he started by selling books. Online.
One book at a time.
Do you think he ever dreamed of being the giant they are today?
Maybe.
But he got there with one small step after another.
II. Strategies for Implementing the 1% Edge
Feeling up to your ears with tasks?
I've been there, tapping away at my keyboard, thinking, "How on earth can I fit anything more into my day?"
But here's the secret sauce:
Narrow Your Focus: You've got this to-do list, right? Pick one thing on it and make it just a tad better.
Tiny Celebrations: Did something go right today? Yes, it did. And that calls for a little happy dance.
Tracking is Your Friend: Write it down, use apps, make a vision board—whatever floats your boat.
Stick-to-it-iveness
Let's make "stick-to-it-iveness" your new favorite word.
It's all about not throwing in the towel.
One more phone call, one more page, one more brainstorm, every single day, come rain or shine.
III. Case Studies and Success Stories
The Habitual Heroes
Jessica started a cookie business with an old family recipe and a dream.
She didn't have the fanciest tools or the biggest kitchen.
But she worked on one recipe, then another, tweaking it by degrees.
She made small changes to ingredients and oven temperature.
She made tiny tweaks to her website.
These 1% shifts led to an explosion of flavor and fame.
Then there's Leo, whose fitness app idea sat on his desk for months.
He dismantooking the daunting leap, one push-up, and one line of code at a time.
His app didn't just get his community moving.
It got investors knocking.
The 1% Edge All-Stars
James Dyson: Guess how many prototypes it took before he mastered that cyclone technology in his vacuum cleaners? Over 5,000! Small adjustments over 15 years led to one of the most revolutionary household gadgets.
Warren Buffet: His wealth wasn’t built overnight. It grew gradually, thanks to smart, consistent investment decisions. One percent better choices made Buffet one of the most successful investors ever.
IV. Overcoming Challenges and Staying Motivated
Sometimes, you're going to hit a big, fat roadblock.
It's like running full speed into a wall. It's part of the deal.
Trust me, I've hit my fair share.
Flip Failures: Embrace those oopsies. They're not dead-ends; they're detours pointing to something better.
Your Tribe: Roll with folks who get it—the dreamers, the doers, the persistent plodders. They'll keep you fired up.
Celebrate All Wins: Big or small, a win is a win. Got through your emails without getting distracted by cat videos? You rock!
A Mindset of Growth
Let's get real here.
It's not just about the hustle.
It's about believing you can grow, improve, and do great things.
This growth mindset?
It's like armor against the darts of doubt and fear.
V. Conclusion
Think about that 1%. It's tiny. Almost nothing.
But every day, it adds up.
You're painting a masterpiece, one tiny stroke at a time.
So what's it going to be for you today?
Something small?
Something manageable?
That's your ticket to the big leagues.
I want to hear about your 1% victories, the nitty gritty, and all the bumps along the way.
Because every little thing you do, every step you take, is scripting your story.
And I've got a feeling it's going to be a bestseller.
Take that first, microscopic step.
Then, take the next.
And remember, every giant leap forward started with a tip-toe.
Now, go get your 1%!
And let's chat soon.
Keep rocking it, and keep making those gains.
Every bit counts.
Keep Evolving,
Chris Founder - Mindtutorial
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TL;DR
The 1% Edge: Transform Your Life with the Science of Daily Gains
Tiny wins trigger dopamine
Consistency leads to greatness
Narrow your focus
Celebrate small victories
Track progress regularly
Embrace and learn from failures
Cultivate a growth mindset
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