You know what makes my day? Celebrating those small wins that feel like a big deal—like when I see an entrepreneur take one tiny step that completely changes their momentum. These little moments lead to massive change, and today, I want to remind you just how powerful those small wins truly are.
Big Success Is Built on Small Wins
We recently launched Version 2 of Wordsmith, and while it was an exciting milestone, I can’t help but look back on all the tiny moments that led us here. It’s easy to focus on the big victories—the major launches, the big revenue milestones, the growth. But the truth? It’s the small, daily steps that made those big wins possible.
There were so many moments where I felt like I was moving slowly. Where progress felt like it was taking forever. I run my business while being a stay-at-home mom to four amazing kids—two of whom we homeschool, and two who are still in the stage where they need me every minute of the day. Some days, I felt like I wasn’t getting enough done. Other days, I saw small sparks of progress that reminded me I was on the right path.
So today, I’m pausing to celebrate. This big milestone? It’s really a collection of all the tiny bits of work that stacked up over time. Every late-night brainstorming session, every email sent, every test run—all of it led to this moment.
Your Small Wins Matter (More Than You Think)
Maybe for you, it’s finally hitting ‘publish’ on that blog post you’ve been sitting on. Or sending an email to a potential client. Or setting up that sales page. These might seem like minor steps, but they add up. Each time you take action, even if it feels small, you’re building momentum toward something bigger.
A few ways to start stacking those wins:
- Write down one thing you accomplished today—even if it’s small.
- Recognize the effort behind your work, not just the end result.
- Celebrate progress, not just completion.
Why Celebrating Small Wins Helps You Stay Motivated
When we focus only on the big picture, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The finish line can seem so far away that we forget to acknowledge how far we’ve already come. But when you start celebrating small wins, something incredible happens:
- You build momentum. Every small win is proof that you’re making progress, which keeps you moving forward.
- You stay motivated. Seeing progress, even in tiny increments, fuels your motivation to keep going.
- You shift your mindset. Instead of feeling like you’re always chasing success, you start seeing that you’re already succeeding.
Think about it—if you only allow yourself to celebrate when you hit the “big goal,” you’re robbing yourself of so many moments of joy and motivation along the way.
Small Wins Are the Foundation of Every Major Success Story
It’s easy to look at successful entrepreneurs and assume they had some big breakthrough moment that changed everything. But if you dig deeper, you’ll find that every success story is built on small, consistent actions.
The bestselling author didn’t write their book in one sitting—they wrote a little bit every day. The six-figure business owner didn’t build their empire overnight—they showed up consistently, refining their strategy as they went.
Every successful entrepreneur you admire? They started with small wins. And if they can do it, so can you.
How to Create a Habit of Celebrating Small Wins
If you’re ready to make this a habit, here’s how to start:
1. Keep a Daily Win Journal
Each day, write down one small win. It could be as simple as “sent an email to a new lead” or “wrote the first paragraph of my blog post.” Over time, you’ll see how much progress you’re making.
2. Share Your Wins With Others
There’s something powerful about saying, “Hey, I did this today!” Whether it’s a business friend, a mastermind group, or even your audience on social media—sharing your wins helps reinforce their importance. Something I would like to do is share these little wins more online. I usually just share them with my husband or sister.
3. Reward Yourself Along the Way
Set up mini-rewards for hitting small milestones. Maybe after completing a week of consistent work, you treat yourself to your favorite coffee. Maybe after finishing a project, you take an afternoon off. Rewards make progress feel fun and exciting.
4. Shift Your Focus From “Done” to “Progress”
Instead of only celebrating when something is finished, start acknowledging the steps it took to get there. You don’t have to wait for the big moment—celebrate the little moments along the way.
If you’re like me, you probably don’t stop often enough to reflect on how far you’ve come. We get caught up in what’s next—the next launch, the next goal, the next step. But today, I want you to do something different:
Pause. Breathe. Take a moment to tell yourself how proud you are of the work you’ve done.
Success isn’t just about the big moments; it’s about the tiny ones that got you there. Keep stacking those wins, and before you know it, you’ll be looking back at how far you’ve come, too.
