How to Use the I’ll Go First™ Model in Practice
So... what is this model actually for?
The I’ll Go First™ Model is for anyone standing at the edge of something that matters — a decision, a change, a leap, or imposter syndrome — and thinking:
“I want to do this… but I’m scared.”
“What if I get it wrong?”‘‘I’m not qualified enough’’
“Who am I to go first?”
It’s a framework I wish I’d had when I was building a business, raising a family, navigating fear, and trying to lead with purpose.
It’s designed to give you something solid to hold onto in the moment of doubt — a clear, practical way to stay grounded in courage, alignment, and your own truth.
It’s not about feeling ready.
It’s about feeling anchored — and moving anyway.
How does it link to “I’ll Go First”?
“I’ll go first” is the call to action.
The model is how you do it.
Saying “I’ll go first” is brave — but it can feel lonely or overwhelming unless you have a way to:
Check in with yourself
Protect your energy
Stay aligned with your vision
Know who to listen to
And keep going, even when it gets muddy
The I’ll Go First™ Model gives shape to that brave decision.
It walks with you.
It helps you remember why you began — and who you’re becoming along the way. Start by identifying your core values using the values compass. Keep these close. They’ll guide every step you take from here. You can even write them down and revisit them when decisions feel hard.
When would you use the model?
Whenever you’re:
Taking the lead in a new or uncertain situation
Raising your voice in a space that feels intimidating
Launching something no one else has done in your world
Creating change inside a system that resists it
Feeling isolated in your decision-making or values
Doing something brave — even when you’re not “ready”
How can I apply it in real life?
In Business:
You’re launching a new product or idea that’s different from what your competitors are doing.
✅ Use the model to reconnect with your why (The Compass)
✅ Sense-check feedback — is it coming from people who understand your finish line? (The Course)
✅ Lean on a few trusted voices, not the crowd (The Pacers)
✅ Stay in your own lane, trust your pace (The Path)
“I’ll go first with this new way of doing it. Others might follow — but that’s not why I’m going. I’m going because it’s true to me.”
In Work:
You’re in a meeting and you want to speak up with a new idea or perspective — but no one else is raising their hand.
✅ Remind yourself: “I don’t have to be fearless, just willing.” (The Start Line)
✅ Say it. Even if your voice shakes.
✅ Trust that your input could unlock something for someone else.
“I’ll go first. I’ll offer the thought. Because maybe someone else is waiting for permission to follow.”
In Life:
You’re setting a boundary, leaving something that no longer aligns, or starting again.
✅ Trust your future self — she knows this is right (The Vision)
✅ Honour your gut — even if others don’t understand (The Compass)
✅ Let go of feedback that’s not from the arena (The Support)
“I’ll go first. I’ll choose alignment over approval. Because this is mine to do.”
A model to come back to
This isn’t a one-time framework. It’s a tool for reflection, direction and courage — something you can return to at different moments in your journey.
Whether you’re just starting out, in the thick of something hard, or reaching for your next brave step, the I’ll Go First™ Model is here to support you — with empathy, clarity, and truth.