It’s Time to Get Your Sht Together—Stop Waiting for the Perfect You

Lemme guess—you’re scrolling LinkedIn looking for a spark, a sign, or maybe even a motivational quote to ‘get you going.’ Spoiler alert: this isn’t that. I’m not here to inspire you. I’m here to tell you to stop waiting for inspiration, get out of your own way and start being you to get sht done!

Not the curated version of you. Not the “let me fit into what society expects” version. I’m talking about the raw, messy, brilliant, and sometimes chaotic YOU.

Because here’s the thing: If you’re stuck, uninspired, or feel like you’re running in circles, it’s not because you’re not capable. It’s because you’re too busy trying to be someone else. And that stops now.

The Wake-Up Call

Let’s rip the Band-Aid off. You’re stuck because you’re waiting. Waiting for the stars to align, for the perfect moment, or for someone to hand you a step-by-step guide. Newsflash: none of that is coming.

You don’t need another motivational speech, a new planner, or a 5-step morning routine. What you need is to wake up and realise that the only person standing in your way is YOU.

Here’s the truth: You’ve been conditioned to believe that success looks a certain way. That you need to follow someone else’s blueprint, tone yourself down, or fit into a mould to be taken seriously. And in the process, you’ve lost sight of what makes you you.

It’s time to stop waiting for permission to show up as yourself. The world doesn’t need another cookie-cutter version of someone else. It needs YOU—fully, unapologetically, and boldly.

The Identity Crisis

Let’s talk about why so many of us are stuck: identity burnout.

You’ve spent so much time trying to be everything for everyone that you’ve forgotten who you are. You’ve become the Swiss Army knife of your life—trying to juggle all the roles, meet all the expectations, and keep everyone happy.

But here’s the kicker: You’re not a Swiss Army knife (my apologies to the Swiss - you have awesome knives!). You’re a freaking katana. Sharp, focused, and designed to cut through the noise with precision. But you can’t do that if you’re constantly dulling your edge by pretending to be something you’re not.

Think about it. How often do you say yes to things that don’t align with your values? How often do you downplay your strengths because you’re afraid of being “too much”? How often do you let fear, doubt, or comparison keep you from stepping into your power?

This isn’t about reinventing yourself. It’s about remembering yourself. Your quirks, your passions, your voice—those are your superpowers. And the moment you stop suppressing them is the moment you start creating real momentum.

The Action Plan

Okay, enough talk. Let’s get to work. Here are three steps you can take today to start owning your identity and moving forward:

1. Stop Performing: Take a hard look at your life and ask yourself: “What am I doing just to impress others?” Maybe it’s a project you hate, a role that drains you, or a habit you’ve picked up because it’s trendy. Write it down. Then commit to dropping it.

Life’s too short to live for other people’s approval.

2. Reclaim Your Vision: Ask yourself this one question: “What do I actually want?” Not what you think will get likes, applause, or validation. Not what you think you should want. What do YOU want?

Write it down. Be specific. Don’t censor yourself. This is your vision, and it doesn’t need to make sense to anyone else.

3. Move Forward Messy: Perfection is a myth. Waiting until you’re “ready” is just procrastination in disguise. Start now. Take one messy, imperfect step toward your goals today.

Maybe it’s sending that email, launching that idea, or saying no to something that doesn’t align. Whatever it is, do it. Progress beats perfection every time.

Closing Kick-in-the-Butt

Here’s the deal: Being you isn’t easy. It’s messy, uncomfortable, and sometimes downright scary. But it’s also the most liberating, powerful, and fulfilling thing you’ll ever do.

Stop looking for permission. Stop waiting for the right time. Stop pretending you’re fine with staying stuck.

The world doesn’t need another copy-paste version of someone else. It needs YOU—raw, real, and ready to make sh*t happen.

So, what are you waiting for? Get out of your own way and start being you.

P.S. You can start here.