The Action Gap Analysis
From 'Wanting' to 'Doing'
This quick analysis will help you diagnose why you're stuck and create a plan to bridge the gap between intention and action.
Part 1: Identify Your Goal (The "Want")
Clearly state one major goal you are currently "wanting" to achieve. Be specific.
Example: "I want to launch my new coaching program by the end of the quarter."
Part 2: Diagnose the Gap (The Sticking Point)
Look at the stages from the video: Plan, Work for it, Don't quit. Where are you really getting stuck? Be brutally honest with yourself.
- The Planning Gap: "I'm stuck because my plan is too complex, unclear, or I'm afraid it's not perfect."
- The Work Gap: "I'm stuck because I procrastinate on the actual tasks. I feel overwhelmed, distracted, or unmotivated to do the hard work."
- The Quit Gap: "I'm stuck because I started, but I hit a setback, lost momentum, and now it feels too hard to get back on track."
Part 3: Create the Bridge (The Next Action)
Based on your gap, define ONE single, physical action you can complete in the next 24 hours to move forward. This must be a small, non-intimidating step.
- If your gap is PLANNING: Your action is to simplify. "Outline just the first lesson of the program," not "Write the whole curriculum."
- If your gap is WORK: Your action is to start small. "Work for 25 minutes (one Pomodoro) on the promotional email," not "Finish all marketing materials."
- If your gap is QUITTING: Your action is to restart easy. "Re-read my project outline to get my head back in the game," not "Try to solve the big problem immediately."
Your Mandate
The difference between the 48% and the 9% is not the size of their dreams, but the consistency of their daily actions. Complete your "Next Action" today. That's it. Win today, and then repeat tomorrow.