The Act of Doing Too Much

It’s natural to want everything to be perfect—to reach the top and have everyone around you witness your success. That desire to prove yourself and achieve big things can be a powerful motivator. But what happens when you try so hard, putting all your energy into countless projects, yet nothing truly works? You feel stuck, spinning your wheels because you’re stretched too thin, focused on too many things at once, without giving any project the time and care it needs to thrive.

This is what I call the act of doing too much.

There is such a thing as doing too much but not really doing anything at all.

When you spend all your time jumping from one idea to the next, like endlessly searching for ways to make money online or diving into affiliate marketing without a plan, you’re setting yourself up for frustration.

Affiliate marketing sounds like a dream—selling someone else’s product and earning a profit seems easy. But here’s the truth: if you don’t honestly believe in or like the product you’re promoting, it can do more harm than good.

People associate that product with you.

And if it’s not something you genuinely stand behind, it can tarnish your reputation.

Your Brand Is Your Identity

It’s what people think of when they hear your name or see your work. If you’re constantly chasing every shiny new opportunity, you risk diluting what your brand stands for. Instead of being known for something unique and meaningful, you are seen as someone who’s all over the place.

That’s not the legacy you want to leave behind.

I’ve learned this lesson firsthand. At one point, I was so focused on finding ways to make money online that I wasn’t giving myself the chance to succeed in any one area. I was spreading myself too thin, juggling too many ideas and projects simultaneously, leaving me overwhelmed and unaccomplished.

The clarity process began when I took the time to reflect on my true aspirations and what genuinely brought me joy. Through this introspection, I determined that writing is my passion.

Writing is what I love, and I want to be known for it.

I realized that trying to be good at everything was pulling me away from what I was genuinely passionate about.

That’s the key: being specific and intentional. Choose what you love, focus on it, and give it your all.

Be known for something you’re proud of, representing you authentically. It’s okay to say no to opportunities that don’t align with your vision or values.

Not every deal is right, and not every venture is worth pursuing.

There’s nothing wrong with ambition, but there’s a difference between ambition and spreading yourself too thin. Success isn’t about doing everything—it’s about doing the right things with purpose and intention. When you focus on quality over quantity, you create something that lasts, resonates with others, and builds trust in your brand.

So, if you ever feel overwhelmed by all the possibilities, take a step back and ask yourself, "What do I genuinely want to be known for?" Focus on that. Put your energy into one thing that matters and watch how much further you’ll go when the act of doing too much does not weigh you down.