The Craftsperson’s Journey
Embracing the Craftsperson Mindset
Thinking of ourselves as a craftsperson can help us achieve our goals more joyfully by shifting our mindset from one of pressure and perfection to one of practice, pride, and progress. A craftsperson values the process as much as the product—they show up regularly, embrace learning curves, and find satisfaction in getting a little better each day.
This mindset removes the weight of needing to be great immediately, and replaces it with curiosity, patience, and pride in incremental improvement. Joy emerges from the journey, not just the outcome.
Creating Environments That Support Success
Creating an environment that encourages healthy habits helps reinforce discipline by making positive choices easier, more automatic, and less reliant on willpower. When your surroundings are set up to support your goals—like having clear spaces to work, visual reminders of your purpose, or routines that reduce decision fatigue—you remove barriers to action.
This consistency builds momentum, and over time, discipline becomes less about forcing effort and more about flowing through habits that feel natural and aligned with who you're becoming.
My questions to help you get started:
What is your north star?
What product principles guide your decisions?
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