S22E27: The "I'll Start When I'm Ready" Trap

Strategy Simplified

Strategy Simplified
S22E27: The "I'll Start When I'm Ready" Trap
Apr 01, 2026 Season 22 Episode 27
Management Consulted

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In this Recruiting Reality Check, Katie Neff and Japheth Mast break down "Procrastinator Annie" – an impressive sophomore at a target school who bought 24 coaching sessions, built a full prep plan… and then didn't start.

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • Why waiting until you "feel ready" is the most common trap high achievers fall into
  • What to do when you're behind on prep with only weeks to go
  • The daily minimum that keeps you moving forward (even when time is tight)
  • Why your first coaching session is supposed to be uncomfortable

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