About this episode

In this episode, Lisa Thal discusses the importance of practice in building confidence and preparing for challenges, shifting the focus from perfection to permanence.

Practice Makes Permanent We were all taught the phrase, “Practice makes perfect.” The intention was good. Keep working. Keep improving. Keep showing up. But chasing perfection can create anxiety, pressure, and hesitation. It can keep us from making the call, having the conversation, giving the presentation, or trying something new. In this episode of the Three Word Podcast, Lisa Thal shares a powerful mindset shift: Practice Makes Permanent. What we repeat, we reinforce. What we practice consistently becomes part of who we are. Top athletes do not wait for game day to find confidence. They practice the shot, the swing, the footwork, and the routine until it becomes natural. Top sales professionals do the same. They practice opening calls, asking better questions, listening longer, responding to objections, and creating clear next steps. This episode is a reminder that practice is not about becoming perfect or scripted. It is about becoming prepared. Key Takeaways: Practice does not make perfect. Practice makes permanent. What you repeat, you reinforce. Confidence is not something you wait for. It is something you build. The habits you practice today are shaping who you become…

Topics covered

• perfection
• practice
• mindset
• confidence
• preparation
• habits

Keywords

• practice
• perfection
• confidence
• mindset
• habits
• preparation
• anxiety

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