Intensity vs. Intent: The Winning Combination
It’s easy to confuse intensity and intent, but understanding the difference—and the relationship—between the two can transform how you approach things.
Intensity is about energy. It’s the drive, the hustle, the grind. It’s showing up with passion, working late, and making sure the job gets done.
Intent, on the other hand, is about direction. It’s knowing your “why,” having a strategy, and focusing your efforts toward a clear goal.
The mistake? Thinking intensity alone will carry you. You can burn out working hard in the wrong direction. On the flip side, intent without intensity means your plans will sit on the shelf.
The magic happens when you combine both:
Intensity fuels your work ethic.
Intent ensures every ounce of energy is purposeful.
In business—and life—don’t settle for one or the other. Work hard, but also work smart. Show up with intensity, but anchor it in clear intent.
That’s how you move from spinning your wheels to gaining real traction.