The Attempt Framework
Try, don't hide
The Attempt Framework is about embracing the idea that trying new things, even if they might not work, is essential for growth and improvement. It's about being willing to take risks and experiment, rather than playing it safe and hiding from potential failure.
- Trying new things is essential for growth and improvement
- Failure is a necessary step towards success
- Experimentation and risk-taking are key to innovation
- Identify areas for improvementLook for areas where you or your team can improve, and identify potential solutions or approaches to try.Pro tipStart small and focus on one area at a timeWarningBe prepared for potential failure and learn from it
- Develop a plan for experimentationCreate a plan for trying new approaches and experimenting with different solutions, including metrics for success and potential risks.Pro tipInvolve others in the planning process to get diverse perspectivesWarningBe mindful of potential biases and assumptions
- Take action and try new thingsStart trying new approaches and experimenting with different solutions, and be willing to adapt and adjust as needed.Pro tipFocus on progress, not perfectionWarningDon't be afraid to pivot or change direction if something isn't working
- Learn from failure and adjustAnalyze what went wrong and use that information to adjust and improve future attempts.Pro tipCelebrate small wins and learn from failuresWarningDon't get discouraged by setbacks or failures
Annie Duke, a former World Series of Poker champion, got into poker by attending a game in Billings, Montana, and winning $2,000. She then studied, budgeted, and failed often enough to get good, eventually becoming a professional poker player.
Dom DeMarco opened a pizza shop in Brooklyn and has been making pizzas by hand every day for over 40 years. He views each pizza as a new project, not as a widget on an assembly line.
The concept of attempting new things is rooted in the idea that failure is a necessary step towards success. By trying new approaches and experimenting with different solutions, individuals and teams can learn and improve, even if they don't always succeed.