Episode 62 - Permission to get it wrong

Episode Title: Permission to Get It Wrong: Embracing the Give It A Go Mentality and Building Courage

Host: Mel Findlater

Summary: In this solo episode of Permission to Be Human, Mel explores the empowering concept of giving ourselves permission to get things wrong. Drawing inspiration from the lean startup methodology, Mel discusses how adopting a mindset of experimentation and iteration can help us pursue our big audacious dreams without fear of failure. By embracing small mistakes and learning from them, we can build the courage to take meaningful action and ultimately achieve our goals.

Key Points:

• Lean Startup Mentality:
  
  
  
  • Introduction to the lean startup methodology developed by Eric Ries.
  
  
  • Importance of testing ideas quickly, learning from failures, and iterating based on feedback.
  
  
  • Concept of the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and its role in minimizing risk and maximizing learning.
  
  
  
  


• Personal Examples:
  
  
  
  • Mel shares her own experiences with the lean startup approach in her work and personal projects.
  
  
  • Examples include the development of a local Courage Club and the idea of a co-working space for mothers.
  
  
  
  


• Building Courage:
  
  
  
  • Discussion on the importance of courage in pursuing dreams and taking risks.
  
  
  • Explanation of how small actions can build neural pathways that strengthen our ability to act courageously over time.
  
  
  
  


• Practical Tips:
  
  
  
  • Start small and iterate: Focus on taking tiny, manageable steps toward your goal.
  
  
  • Embrace failure: View mistakes as learning opportunities rather than setbacks.
  
  
  • Seek feedback: Engage with supportive communities and mentors to refine your ideas.
  
  
  
  

Quotes:

• "We need to give ourselves permission to get it wrong and learn from it. That’s how we grow and eventually get it right."


• "Think big, but start small. Take one tiny step, make a mistake, learn from it, and try again."

Connect with Mel Findlater:

• Website: https://www.permissiontobehuman.ca/podcasts/permission-to-be-human-the-podcast


• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/permissiontobehumanco


• Instagram: @permissiontobehuman


• Email: [email protected]

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