Getting uncomfortable intentionally

How often do you push yourself beyond your comfort zone?

This picture captures me at a business retreat overseas, collaborating with a group of strangers to explore AI. We were thrown into the deep end—figuring things out as we went. It was stressful. It was exciting. It was challenging.

But here’s the thing: no massive growth comes from doing the same things the same way. If you want to break through limits, you’ve got to break old habits.

There’s linear growth, and then there’s exponential growth. They are not the same. And if you’re after real impact—personally and professionally—you need to stretch your thinking and doing.

When you immerse yourself in new experiences with the right guidance, five powerful things happen:

1️⃣ You induce creativity in your outlook – Exposure to new environments and ideas helps you see solutions you never considered before.
2️⃣ You extend your professional network – The right rooms introduce you to the right people, opening doors you didn’t know existed.
3️⃣ You lift your aspirations – When you surround yourself with people who think bigger, your own vision expands.
4️⃣ You learn new tactics – The fastest way to accelerate growth is to model proven strategies from experts.
5️⃣ You make immediate changes with implementation – Inspiration is great, but action is everything. The right immersion pushes you to execute, not just absorb.

We’re all busy. But the truth is, if you don’t make time for massive action, growth stalls. That’s why I believe in regular immersion—it forces breakthroughs.

So, where’s your next stretch?

Stay curious,

Bram Lagrou
Founder, Lagrou Partners
Author | Speaker | Trainer | Coach