Why Waiting for Clarity Is Holding You Back | Between the Builds

Leadership isn’t built in the spotlight — it’s built in the in-between moments.

In this Between the Builds episode of Built With Purpose, Chris Fay reflects on key leadership lessons inspired by a past conversation with Brad Hansen and expands on what it really means to grow before you feel ready.

This episode explores the idea that belief often comes before clarity, and that waiting until everything is perfectly mapped out can actually stall growth. Chris breaks down how our beliefs shape our thoughts, thoughts drive our actions, actions form habits, and habits ultimately determine direction and destiny.

Throughout the episode, Chris touches on the importance of:

• Giving yourself permission to move forward without all the answers

• Putting yourself in position to be “lucky” through preparation, consistency, and proximity to the right people

• Understanding that leadership is developed over time, not granted by a title

• Surrounding yourself with people who challenge, support, and sharpen you

• Embracing lifelong learning and staying open to growth

• Offering yourself grace during seasons of uncertainty and transition

Rather than focusing on outcomes, this conversation centers on the process — the moments of learning, doubt, and perseverance that shape effective leaders long before success becomes visible.

If you’re in a season of transition, building something new, or questioning whether you’re ready for what’s next, this episode serves as a reminder that the journey itself is doing the work.

🔗 Host & Guest References

Chris Fay
Host, Built With Purpose
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisfay