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A reminder as we head into 2026…
The world is full of would-bes.
Would-be entrepreneurs.
Would-be authors.
Would-be innovators, creators, leaders, and world-changers.
People with huge ideas and enormous talent. People who could make a remarkable impact.
But most of those dreams will never see the light of day.
Not because the ideas aren’t good.
Not because the dream isn’t worth chasing.
But because too many of us get stuck in the gap between intention and action.
Too much thinking.
Too much planning.
Too much worrying about what might go wrong.
And not nearly enough doing.
This is why, at ADDO, we use the phrase “Impact Through Action.”
Real change doesn’t happen because we thought about it. Impact doesn’t come from brainstorming meetings, hopeful conversations, or beautifully crafted plans.
Impact happens when we actually do something.
Said another way:
Our beliefs matter only to the extent that they influence our behavior.
Andy Andrews said it well:
“When faced with a decision, many people say they are waiting for God. But I understand, in most cases, God is waiting for me.”
If you truly believe something is right, true, meaningful, or purposeful, then your next step is yours to take.
So consider your actions throughout your day, your work, your home, your faith, and your relationships. If you really believe something is true… then what?
If your kids are the most important, then what?
If you truly love your spouse, then what?
If your team is valuable, then what?
If your product will make a difference, then what?
If your idea could change the world, then what?
If your faith brings hope, then what?
If your role has purpose beyond yourself, then what?
If your contribution affects the whole team, then what?
If your child’s years at home are limited but pivotal, then what?
If your office culture is shaped by your attitude, then what?
If your coworker’s needs matter, then what?
If the well-being of your community matters, then what?
If you love your neighbor, then what?
If you believe in your company’s mission, then what?
The first step is identifying what you believe, what’s true, what matters, what deserves your energy.
The second step is aligning your behavior with those beliefs.
Many of us say something is important, but our actions tell a different story.
If I believe the service I offer matters, I should work hard to share it.
If I truly love my spouse, I should put their needs before my own.
If I believe in my organization’s purpose, I should pursue it with energy.
If I believe my faith could change a life, I should speak up.
Because at the end of the day:
Success happens to people who keep moving.
Momentum belongs to those who act.
And in every arena of life, from leadership to love to legacy,
Action always wins.
My hope for you today is simple:
Evaluate what you believe.
Then take the step that aligns your behavior with your convictions.
That’s where impact begins.That’s where transformation happens.
That’s impact through action.
