What Got You Here Won’t Get You There — Upgrade or Stay Stuck

Progress doesn’t come from doing the same thing over and over again. The habits, skills, and strategies that got you to this point in life or business may not be the ones that will carry you forward.

Think about it: the first step in any journey requires hustle, grit, and learning the basics. But once you’ve mastered that stage, staying there means you’ll eventually hit a ceiling. Growth requires change.

In real estate investing, for example, beginner strategies like wholesaling or buying your first rental property can teach you the fundamentals. But to scale, you’ll need to master things like creative financing, systems, and building a reliable team. If you keep relying only on the same methods that got you started, you’ll stay stuck at the starting line.

The same goes for personal growth. The mindset that got you to “good enough” won’t get you to “great.” To move forward, you have to upgrade — whether that’s through new knowledge, stronger habits, or better relationships.

So ask yourself: Are you holding on to strategies that no longer serve you? Or are you willing to evolve, even if it feels uncomfortable?

Because here’s the truth: the choice is simple — upgrade or stay stuck.