The Power of Now

Momentum creates opportunities. Action builds confidence. Today is always the best time to move forward.

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The Power of Now
is the Growth Lever
You Can Control

By Kevin Chern

 

Momentum is everything in business. When you act today, when you take the first step, even without the perfect plan, you set in motion growth, confidence, and resilience that compound over time.

The Power of Now isn’t about rushing. It’s about progress over perfection. It’s about choosing clarity and momentum over hesitation. It’s about realizing that the one lever you fully control is action.

Every choice you make today builds tomorrow’s opportunities. Every step forward strengthens your team, your culture, and your business.

When you choose now, you choose growth.

Progress over perfection. Clarity and momentum over hesitation. The one lever you can fully control is action.

Why Acting Now Matters

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Business growth doesn’t come from waiting for the perfect plan. It comes from progress. And procrastination is the enemy of visionary entrepreneurs and business owners.

Decision making delays can slowly erode everything and the compound costs quietly accumulate until they explode into real, measurable setbacks.

The Power of Now mindset keeps your business moving.

So, why do we make a habit of putting off tough decisions, system upgrades, hiring or strategy pivots? The costs are far more than you realize.

When You Stop Procrastinating & Start Acting

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Revenue Arrives Faster

Taking action on sales strategies, pricing updates, or service launches helps growth show up sooner.

⇒ PROCRASTINATION COST ⇐
Missed Revenue Opportunities

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Your Team Thrives

When leaders lead with action, teams feel inspired, engaged, and empowered to do their best work.

⇒ PROCRASTINATION COST ⇐
erosion of team morale

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Trust Builds Around You

Clients, partners, and peers notice when you move with clarity. Action builds a reputation for leadership.

⇒ PROCRASTINATION COST ⇐
REPUTATION DAMAGE

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Investments Go Further

Early decisions create strong foundations and save money compared to late, reactive fixes.

⇒ PROCRASTINATION COST ⇐
INCREASED COST OF CORRECTION

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Clarity & Peace of Mind

Momentum clears the mental clutter. Each step forward creates confidence and lightens the load.

⇒ PROCRASTINATION COST ⇐
EMOTIONAL TOLL & DECISION FATIGUE

Proof That Momentum Wins

Research shows the difference between waiting and acting is measured in both dollars and growth.

The evidence is clear. Momentum is the ultimate growth advantage.

Procrastination Costs Businesses an Average of $10,396 Per Employee Annually

A study highlighted by The Bradley Partnerships reveals that procrastination leads to significant productivity losses, amounting to approximately $10,396 per employee each year. This figure encompasses missed deadlines, decreased efficiency, and the ripple effects of delayed decision-making across teams. ​bradleypartnerships.com

Delaying Project Decisions Can Increase Costs by 15% to 35%

According to insights from FasterCapital, postponing critical project decisions often results in cost overruns ranging from 15% to 35%. These additional expenses stem from factors like expedited shipping, overtime labor, and the need for rework due to rushed implementations. ​FasterCapital

Fear of Choosing the Wrong Service Provider Delays Decisions for 61% of Business Owners

Research discussed in Capterra’s blog indicates that 61% of business owners hesitate to address operational challenges promptly due to apprehensions about selecting an unsuitable service provider. This indecision often leads to prolonged issues and missed opportunities for improvement. ​

Unsuccessful Projects Due to Poor Service Provider Choices Cost the U.S. Economy $260 Billion Annually

The Consortium for Information & Software Quality reports that failed development projects, often resulting from inadequate service provider selection, cost the U.S. economy approximately $260 billion each year. These failures encompass budget overruns, unmet objectives, and the need for complete project overhauls. ​accelerance.com

38% of Small Business Owners Report Significant Setbacks Due to Unreliable Vendors

A survey conducted by Talker Research on behalf of HP’s Instant Ink service found that 38% of small business owners experienced significant setbacks because of unreliable vendors. This underscores the critical importance of choosing trustworthy service providers to avoid detrimental impacts on business operations. ​New York Post

79% of Entrepreneurs Attribute Success to Trusted Partners and Vendors

The same survey revealed that 79% of entrepreneurs consider having a trusted network of partners and vendors more vital than adequate cash flow. This statistic emphasizes that reliable service providers are not just supportive assets but central to a business’s success. ​New York Post

Fear of Making the Wrong Decision Leads to Missed Opportunities

According to FasterCapital, the hesitation to make decisions due to fear of choosing the wrong option can result in missed opportunities, stagnation, and a loss of momentum. This indecision can be particularly costly in fast-paced business environments where timely action is crucial. ​thenewschoolofwork.com

Delayed Decisions Can Increase Project Costs by 15% to 35%

FasterCapital also reports that postponing critical project decisions often results in cost overruns ranging from 15% to 35%. These additional expenses stem from factors like expedited shipping, overtime labor, and the need for rework due to rushed implementations.

Switching Costs Deter Businesses from Changing Service Providers

The concept of “switching barriers” highlights that businesses often face economic and psychological costs when changing service providers. These costs can include the time and resources needed to evaluate new providers, potential disruptions during the transition, and the fear of the new provider not meeting expectations. ​Wikipedia
Executives Lose
Weeks Every Year To Stalled Decisions
More Than Half SMB's
%
Lose $$$ From Hiring Delays
Choice Fears Delay
%
Of Business Owners From Taking Action
Delaying Projects Adds
%
More In Costs
SMB's Report
%
Face Major Setbacks From Bad Vendors
Failed Projects Cost
$B
To US Economy Each Year
Entrepreneurs Say
%
Value Trusted Partners Over Cash Flow
Procrastination Costs
$
Per Employee Every Year
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What Can You Do?

Don’t wait for the perfect plan, take the first step. Engage advisors, empower your team, and make “progress over perfection” your new mantra.

Acting today is the lever you can always pull, and it’s the one that consistently pays back.

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The cost of doing nothing, is rarely nothing.

Don't let procrastination put your business at risk. Take one small action today, or pay the toll tomorrow.

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