Introduction to Micro Wins

[00:00:00] Ever feel like failure is the end of the road?

[00:00:02] In today's Thrive in 5, I'll show you how to find micro wins in every single setback, turning failures into stepping stones for growth and resilience.

[00:00:12] Today we're talking about micro wins and how they can completely change your approach to failure. 

Redefining Failure

[00:00:53] Instead of viewing failure as a stop sign, let's start seeing it as a roadmap.

[00:00:58] Micro wins are small moments of progress or insights you gain even when things don't go as planned. They may not be obvious, but they're there. When you learn to recognize them, you unlock a growth mindset that turns setbacks into opportunities for you. 

Identifying Micro Wins

[00:01:16] When things don't go the way you'd hoped, the first step is to find one small win within the experience.

[00:01:22] Maybe it's a lesson learned, a new approach that you discovered. Or even just the courage that you had to try it. For example, if a presentation didn't land as you expected, maybe you learned more about what your audience responds to. Or you gained clarity on areas to improve upon. Finding one positive takeaway, even if it's tiny, shifts your focus from what went wrong to what you can build on.

[00:01:48] It's not about ignoring the failure, it's about using it for a stepping stone. 

Creating a Micro Wins List

[00:01:54] Start keeping a micro wins list.

[00:01:56] Each time you face a challenge or encounter a setback, jot down a small gain or lesson from the experience. Over time, this list becomes a record of your growth.

[00:02:08] You'll see patterns in the lessons you're learning and begin to realize that even in failure, you're moving forward. This list helps reinforce the idea that every experience has value, even if it didn't turn out as you planned. It's a reminder of your progress and resilience and builds a positive habit of looking for wins, big or small, in every situation.

The Power of Micro Wins

[00:02:33] When you recognize the small wins within your setbacks, it gives you the confidence to keep going. Think of micro wins as breadcrumbs of progress leading towards success. Each time you spot a micro win, you're proving to yourself that every experience, good or bad, is helping you grow.

[00:02:52] This practice doesn't erase the frustration of failure, but it provides a new way to reframe setbacks and fuels your resistance. Micro wins give you a reason to keep pushing forward because you're not just working toward a big goal. You're also collecting small wins along the way that add up. Spotting micro wins teaches you to focus on progress, not perfection.

[00:03:18] It's about recognizing that growth is not linear, and every setback holds value if you're willing to look for it. By building a habit of finding small wins, you'll create a mindset that's primed for continuous learning, adaptability, and resilience, which are essential ingredients for lasting success.

[00:03:40] This approach helps you bounce back from failure faster, empowers you to take on new challenges with less fear, and reinforces the idea that success is made up of small wins stacked over time. 

Conclusion: Embrace the Journey

[00:03:54] So the next time you face a setback, remember to look for the micro wins. Find one takeaway, jot it down, and use it as fuel to keep moving forward.

[00:04:05] With every micro win, you're building resilience and moving closer to your big goals, one step at a time.