🎯 Try With a Plan – A Growth Mindset Shift That Changes Everything

Durga Prasad
Jul 4
1 min read

We’ve all been there—giving something our all, yet falling short.

The image above is a reminder that effort alone is not enough. Effort with a plan is what makes all the difference.

🔴 Without a Plan:

In the top half of the image, we see a ball rolling forward with hope—but it falls short. This represents action taken without direction. There’s momentum, but no strategy. No matter how motivated or enthusiastic you are, without clarity or purpose, you risk falling into the gap of missed opportunities.

It’s like trying to leap over a ditch without knowing how deep it is—you just fall.

🟢 With a Plan:

The lower half of the visual flips the story. This time, there's a step back—a pause to strategize. A calculated move. A mindset shift. With planning, the ball gains the right momentum and trajectory, not only to cross the gap but to land strong and continue rolling forward.

Taking a step back doesn’t mean you're quitting—it means you're preparing to win smarter.

This visual metaphor beautifully illustrates the power of planning, execution, and course correction. A growth mindset isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing better—with intention.