You’re Not the Genius

(But That’s Okay)

January 17, 2025

Hey there,
You see this meme? Let’s talk about it.

On the left, you’ve got the “nimwit.” Doesn’t overthink, just does the thing.

On the right? The genius. The monk. The rare 1-in-a-million person who gets it all right the first time.

And in the middle? Most of us. Crying, paralyzed by analysis, too smart for our own good, but not smart enough to simplify things like the genius or the nimwit.

Here’s the truth: You’re not the genius. (Neither am I.)

And that’s fine because you don’t need to be a monk-level master to win in business. All you need is action. Relentless, consistent action.

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3 Ways to Stop Overthinking and Start Winning

  1. Action Beats Perfection Every Time
    Stop waiting for the “perfect” plan. It doesn’t exist. Pick one thing that moves the needle—whether that’s making one extra sales call, booking a client meeting, or fixing one process—and do it today.

  2. Simplify the Problem
    Got a decision to make? Boil it down to this: Will this make me more money or save me time? If the answer’s yes, it’s a no-brainer.

  3. Play to Your Strengths
    Geniuses try to conquer everything. Nimwits focus on what they’re good at and delegate the rest. Be a nimwit. Stick to what you do best and get help for the rest.

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Thanks for reading.

John Plumstead
Bravo Company Digital
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