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The Bootstrapped Founder

379: Anne-Laure Le Cunff — Tiny Experiments

Mar 5, 2025
Anne-Laure Le Cunff, a neuroscientist and author, shares her insights on setting goals and navigating uncertainty with her approach of 'tiny experiments.' She explains how to balance structured goals with flexibility in personal growth, emphasizing the importance of self-talk in shaping our perceptions. Anne-Laure encourages embracing uncertainty as a tool for opportunity, while highlighting the power of small, accountable experiments to foster positive habits and community support.
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Quick takeaways

  • Incorporating playfulness and experimentation into daily routines helps sustain motivation and interest, especially for founders pursuing goals.
  • Adopting a flexible approach to goal-setting that allows for regular reevaluation fosters adaptability and personal growth in uncertain environments.

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The Importance of Playfulness in Pursuing Goals

Human beings are hardwired for exploration, and engaging in the same activities repeatedly can lead to boredom and a loss of motivation. To maintain long-term effort and enthusiasm, it is vital to inject playfulness and experimentation into daily routines. Allowing room for variability and novelty helps sustain interest and drive, particularly for founders pursuing set goals. By encouraging a mindset that embraces experimentation, individuals can avoid the stagnation that often accompanies repetitive tasks.

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