Last year, I discovered something unexpected while writing my second book—sometimes procrastination can be purposeful. On the days I didn’t feel like writing Cracking the Career Code, I wrote something else. That habit led to my next book, Words to Wonder, and a lesson I’ll never forget: when progress stalls, procrastinate with purpose.

The Beatles’ “Get Back” documentary reveals a simple truth: brilliance doesn’t happen instantly. It needs time, space, and patience to grow. Here’s why making room in your life may be the key to unlocking your best work.