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Week 12 complete. 60+ articles published. Foundation built.
Monday, January 6: Q1 2026 begins with a 90-day sprint focused on one transformational skill.
The Q1 Focus: Pattern Recognition
The next 90 days teach you to see what others miss.
Not generic pattern spotting. Specific, applicable pattern recognition in:
Business decisions (what separates winners from everyone else)
Content strategy (what performs vs what flops)
Relationship building (who to prioritize, who to avoid)
Market movements (where opportunities appear before they're obvious)
Every article will break down one pattern with real examples and how to apply it this week.
The Weekly Structure (Same Consistency)
Monday: Short post introducing the week's pattern Tuesday: Long framework breakdown with free tool Wednesday: Short application example Thursday: Deep-dive HERO article with advanced tactics Friday: Integration and action steps Saturday: Optional diagnostic or bridge content
5-6 articles weekly. No exceptions. Same publishing rhythm you've seen for 12 weeks.
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What Makes This Different
Not teaching you to memorize patterns. Teaching you to develop pattern recognition as a skill.
You'll learn:
How to spot patterns across different contexts
How to test if a pattern is real or coincidence
How to apply patterns to your specific situation
How to develop faster pattern recognition over time
By the end of Q1, you won't just know 20 patterns. You'll be better at seeing new patterns yourself.
That's the transformation part.
What to Expect January 6
First article drops Monday morning: "The Pattern Nobody Sees (But Every Winner Uses)"
It's the meta-pattern. The pattern about patterns. The one that makes all other pattern recognition easier.
If you're building for long-term success, you'll want to read it.
One More Thing Before Week 12 Ends
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Thanks for reading these 12 weeks.
Tomorrow: Everything from 12 weeks organized in one place. For new subscribers who joined late, and anyone who wants a reference guide. Plus: What I'm thinking about creating in Q1 2026 (your signal matters).
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