You Miss 100% of the Shots You Don’t Take

Wayne Gretzky said it best: “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.”It’s simple—and it’s true.

But still, in sports, in business, and in life, we often play it safe. We stay where it’s comfortable. We avoid risks, not because we can’t handle them, but because of one thing—fear.

The Weight of the “What Ifs”

We hesitate. We overthink. We get stuck in questions like:

• What if I fail?

• What if I look foolish?

• What if people don’t understand?

• What if I miss the shot?

These questions keep us on the sidelines. But here’s the reality:

Growth doesn’t happen in comfort.You can’t become better by staying the same.

Failure Isn’t the Real Enemy

Missing a shot isn’t failure. It’s part of the process. It means you stepped into the moment.

Failure isn’t final—quitting before you begin is.Not trying at all? That’s the only guaranteed loss.

The People Around You Matter

You don’t just need cheerleaders—you need challengers.

Surround yourself with people who:

• Push you to do the uncomfortable

• Encourage you to take the chance

• Challenge your excuses

• Help you discover who you really are

The right people don’t let you stay small. They remind you of your potential—even when you forget it yourself.

Take the Shot

No more waiting for the perfect moment. No more holding back because of fear or what others might think.

Take the shot. Step in. Try.

Because maybe the real question isn’t “What if I fail?”

It’s this: What if you don’t fail?

Tyler Lennon

Coach/ Consultant

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