The Modern People Leader’s Post

Starting. Stopping. Starting again. Colin H. Mincy has mastered the cycle—and finally, broken it. For him, the secret wasn’t perfection. It was progress. Colin says he built momentum, one brushstroke at a time. He compares his journey to a Bob Ross painting: “The canvas at the end looks nothing like the beginning. You just put a little paint on at a time until the picture becomes clear.” This time, he approached change differently: • Small Wins: No more tackling everything at once. • Accountability: Support and self-honesty kept him on track. • Momentum: “Like a cement truck uphill—start slow, but keep moving. Backsliding only makes it harder to get back.” The Result? Transformation • Lost 68 pounds • Rested and recharged • 15,000 steps a day • More energy, more laughter And the impact? “Even when I was struggling, my work was good. But now? It’s the best it’s ever been.” The Takeaway: Hope is not a strategy. Change demands a plan—phases, steps, and patience. For Colin, this approach delivered something deeper: “For the first time, I have clarity—personally and professionally. And that’s changed everything.” What’s your first brushstroke? Link to the full episode in the comments.