Replace Big Goals with Tiny Experiments

Tiny Experiments: A Framework for Growth

Summary:

In this episode, we explore the "Tiny Experiments" framework developed by neuroscientist and entrepreneur Anne-Laure Le Cunff. We discuss why traditional goal-setting often leads to the "Arrival Fallacy"—the belief that happiness is a destination only reached after major milestones—and how to replace rigid planning with curiosity-driven iteration.

Key Topics:

- Growth Loops vs. Linear Ladders:Moving from overwhelmed procrastination to a cycle of action, observation, reflection, and adjustment.

- The P.A.C.T. Framework:How to design valid experiments that are Purposeful, Actionable, Continuous, and Trackable.

- Output over Outcome:Why you should focus on binary actions (did I do it?) rather than results beyond your control.

- Shrinking the Scope:Examples of how to turn massive goals—like writing a book or getting fit—into small daily tasks that eliminate fear.

- Action Precedes Clarity: Understanding that you do not need to know your destination to start, and viewing "failure" simply as data collection.

- The Ness Labs Story:How Le Cunff built her company by committing to writing one article every workday for 100 days.