Starting Small Isn’t Settling—It’s Strategy

Today, I had one of those unexpected conversations that leaves you thinking long after it’s over.

I was heading home and got into a cab. We started off with small talk, but as the ride went on, the conversation got deeper. At one point, we ended up talking about what we do for a living.

I told him I work with leaders and individuals to help them perform at their best. He smiled and said, “I’m an engineer. I’m also into real estate. A few other passive income generators”. And I drive this cab—by choice.

That caught my attention. I asked, “What drives you do all these?”

He said, “I’m planning to quit my job soon to focus fully on my business. Driving this cab helps me meet interesting people, learn from their stories, and of course make some extra income to support my family while I build my dream. I set a financial target, and every role I take helps me get closer to that number.”

Then he added something simple, but powerful:

“I wear multiple titles because each one serves a purpose.”

That one sentence stuck with me.

It made me reflect on two things:

1. How often do we stay stuck in one title—just because it’s familiar?

Even when we don’t enjoy it. Even when it drains us.We keep showing up, day after day, without even questioning:Is this who I want to be for the next 10, 20, or 30 years?

We wait.For the right time.For a perfect plan.For someone to say, “Now you can try.”

But what if the right time is now—and it just begins with a small step?

2. Who said we’re only allowed one title?

You can be an accountant who paints.A teacher who builds a business.A parent who writes.A software engineer who coaches.

You don’t have to give up what pays your bills to do what lights you up.You can hold both, at least for a while.

As long as it’s aligned and there’s no conflict—your titles can reflect your journey, not just your job.

So here’s what I want to leave you with:

If you're not happy with what you're doing now, what’s stopping you from exploring what you really want to do?

What if you just started small—one hour a week, one idea at a time? And what if that small step became the bridge to the life you’ve been imagining?

Sometimes, the most meaningful shifts begin in the most unexpected conversations. Like a cab ride on a regular weekday.With someone who reminded me:You don’t have to wait to become who you really are.