Make Your Bed: Small Habits, Big Results
Inspired by Admiral William H. McRaven’s book, “Make Your Bed”
If you want to change the world, start by making your bed.
That single line from Admiral William H. McRaven — a former U.S. Navy SEAL — has stuck with millions of people around the world.
In his famous 2014 commencement speech (which later became a bestselling book), McRaven shared 10 powerful lessons from Navy SEAL training. His message was simple but profound:
Success is built on small, consistent actions — not one big leap.
So what does making your bed have to do with running a business? Everything.
Why Small Habits Matter
Making your bed might seem like a small, even trivial, task. But it creates a sense of order, builds momentum, and gives you an early win — something tangible you’ve achieved before the day even begins. In business, it’s the same principle. It’s not the once-a-year breakthroughs that move you forward; it’s the daily discipline that quietly compounds over time.
Big results start with small, repeatable actions done with care and consistency.
How to Apply It in Your Business
1. Daily Discipline = Long-Term Growth
Success isn’t glamorous — it’s built on the unglamorous stuff:
- Following up with leads.
- Posting consistently on social media.
- Sending that proposal before the day gets away from you.
It’s about doing the small things well, even when no one’s watching.
2. Small Wins Build Confidence
Small wins are powerful because they give you proof that progress is happening.
- You sent that quote before 9am.
- You checked in with a past client.
- You asked for feedback on your last project.
Each small action builds momentum. One “bed” made at a time.
3. Consistency Creates Trust
In branding, in marketing, in life — consistency builds trust.
Think of your brand’s habits:
- Do you post regularly or only when you have time?
- Do you respond quickly to new enquiries?
- Do you show up with the same energy and clarity every time?
These might seem like small details, but together, they shape how people see your business.
Your “Make the Bed” Moment
So, what’s your version of making the bed in your business?
- Is it sending that proposal before 10am?
- Sharing a tip on social media every Wednesday?
- Reaching out to one past client each Friday?
Choose one small habit.
Repeat it.
Make it part of your routine.
Because the truth is — it’s rarely the giant leaps that change your business.
It’s the small, deliberate steps you take every day that build momentum, clarity, and confidence.
At DesignFox, we believe in clarity through consistency — small, intentional actions that amplify your brand over time.
Ready to start yours? Let’s chat.
