My First Million
The best business ideas come from noticing what's working and doing it better, faster, or for a different audience.
“Step by step, ferociously.”
What It Means
Combine long-term patience with daily urgency - move aggressively on daily tasks while maintaining long-term vision.
Why It Matters
Resolves the apparent contradiction between long-term thinking and daily execution speed.
When It's True
When building complex businesses that require both sustained effort and rapid daily progress.
When It's Risky
When ferocious daily pace leads to burnout or when you sacrifice long-term positioning for short-term gains.
How to Apply
Set ambitious long-term goals with patient timelines
Execute daily tasks with maximum intensity and focus
Balance urgency with sustainable work practices
Measure progress on both daily and annual timescales
Example Scenario
“Startup founder commits to 10-year vision for market leadership while working intensively every day on product development, customer acquisition, and team building.”