Why Timing Is 90% of Success

Imagine a firearm.

Years of design, testing, and craftsmanship.

Yet, all that effort culminates in one split second—the pull of a trigger that executes its purpose.

Success in life is much the same: a balance of preparation and decisive action.

Think in Years

Great achievements require long-term thinking.

Successful people often plan years ahead, laying the groundwork for when the right moment arrives.

They understand that rushing the process can lead to failure.

If you are building a career, starting a business, or mastering a skill, patience and strategy are key.

Think of planting seeds—you can’t rush the harvest, but you can ensure the soil is fertile.

Execute in Seconds

While long-term vision is critical, hesitation can be costly when opportunities knock.

The ability to act quickly and decisively when the moment arrives is what turns preparation into success.

Just as the trigger completes the years of work behind a firearm, swift and decisive action can transform preparation into results.

The goal of preparation is to make swift action possible.

Balance Is Everything

The art of success lies in balancing these two: thinking long-term while being ready to move in an instant.

Too much patience can lead to missed chances, while impulsiveness without preparation often leads to mistakes.

The key is knowing when the time is right.

Here’s how

• Set a vision: Identify a long-term goal and break it into manageable steps.

• Train for action: Practice making quick, confident decisions in low-stakes situations.

• Seize today’s opportunity: Find one area where you already have a plan and can act decisively right now.

This week I want you to reflect on your goals.

Are you building the foundation for future opportunities? And when those moments come, will you be ready to act?

Success is 90% timing.

Think in years, execute in seconds.