I’ve never been afraid to try new things. Sometimes that works out well… and sometimes it doesn’t. But I’ve realized that stepping into unfamiliar territory is often where the biggest growth happens.
Trying new things gives me an edge because it forces me to learn skills and perspectives I never would’ve gained otherwise. On the flip side, not fully knowing what I’m doing can sometimes lead to results that fall short of true industry standards. When you document your work publicly on YouTube and social media, that can feel a little uncomfortable.
Oddly enough, I’m okay living in that space.
I think too many people wait until they feel fully qualified before they ever start. The truth is, most of us figure things out by doing. Showing the imperfect process can sometimes inspire others more than showing polished perfection ever could.
I’ve often described myself as someone who knows a little about a lot of things — not necessarily a lot about one thing. This carbon fiber intake build for the Bibbster project is a perfect example. Realistically, I had no business trying to build carbon fiber parts. But I had just enough foundational knowledge — and curiosity — to believe I could figure it out.
And through the process, I learned an incredible amount that I’ll carry into the next project.
That’s the value of trying.
Not every project has to be perfect to be worth doing.