"Every project started with the same question: 'Can I actually do this?'
And every time, the answer was yes—but only once I started."
I wrote it because I kept starting things I wasn't ready for…
and it changed everything.
This isn't a chess book. It's not a robotics book. It's not even really a "leadership" book in the traditional sense.
It's about movement building. It's about courage. It's about youth action. It's about what happens when you decide to start something, even when everything tells you to wait.
I've launched multple school clubs including TED-Ed club. I've started and hyperscaled a nonprofit. I've built training systems with 100s of students. Along the way, I've made more mistakes than I can count.
But here's what I learned: every project started with the same question: "Can I actually do this?" And every time, the answer was yes, but only once I started.
Nonprofit → $65000 donated
Robotics → Training system with 500 of students
Introverted nerd → Public speaking mastery via TED-Ed Club
How to start a project when you have no idea what you're doing
Why being the youngest in the room is actually an advantage
How to turn competition into collaboration
What real leadership looks like (hint: it's not about being in charge)
Why your first attempt doesn't have to be perfect
Join 70+ readers who are already building, leading, and starting—even before they feel ready.
What's Inside
14 powerful chapters with real stories from a teen's journey
Dual takeaways in every chapter—one for teens, one for parents
Practical frameworks you can use immediately
Mistakes that matter—what to avoid and what to embrace
What Readers Say
"This book helped me trust my voice and realize that real impact doesn't need permission or approval, it just needs action."
— Sahasra, Teen Leader
"A blueprint for young leaders, written by young leaders. Our kids immediately connected with their stories."
— Mom of Twins
For Teens
14 chapters with dedicated takeaways to help you start, lead, and build—even before you feel ready
For Parents
Each chapter includes parent-specific takeaways to support and understand your teen's leadership journey
For Educators
Inspire students to start projects and build movements with real, relatable stories
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