What’s the talking-to-action ratio when we’re working on a project?

It’s fun and seductive to talk about what we’re working on. Talking often leans into the drama so, raising adrenaline above its base level, it can easily be passed off as work and progress. After a point though, the talking is mainly indulgence.

I’m all for a good amount of indulgence but, when seeking to move the needle, it’s worth being honest with ourselves about what we’re actually up to.

Are we talking because we can’t actually take action until we’ve had the chat? Or are we talking because it’s fun, comforting, and easier to wallow in the face of the challenges that we face?

Ironically, the more we can do to tip the ratio in favour of action, the more interesting things we’ll have to talk about.