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Which of Your Advantages Are Real, and Which Are Just Momentum? How to separate lasting strengths from lucky streaks before they run out Big-picture framing When you ask, “Which of my  advantages  are real, and which are just momentum?”, you’re really asking how much of your success is built on muscle versus a moving sidewalk. Real advantages are strengths you can explain, reproduce, and rely on; momentum is the leftover push from timing, trends, or past decisions. In this piece, we’ll explore how to tell the difference  and  why, sometimes, it’s actually rational to ride momentum hard even if it’s short-lived. The goal is to get clear on what you can keep building on, what you can consciously exploit, and what could vanish the moment the environment shifts. The Difference Between Real Advantages and Momentum Think of riding a bike downhill. For a while, it feels like you’re incredibly strong—but are you fast because of your legs, or the slope? Real advantages  ...

How Can You Measure Progress Today, Rather Than Just by the Outcomes? Why momentum matters more than milestones (especially in the short term) Today’s Results vs. Today’s Progress When progress is defined only by outcomes—sales closed, weight lost, projects finished—we miss the powerful, motivating evidence of forward motion that happens every day. Measuring progress today means recognizing momentum, not just milestones. In this post, we’ll explore how to track your daily efforts, measure what matters in the short-term, and build a progress mindset that sustains motivation. The Problem With Only Measuring Outcomes Most traditional metrics are lagging indicators—they tell you what  already  happened. Revenue, grades, or launch dates reflect past actions. This can be disheartening when the work you do today won’t yield results until weeks or months later. Relying solely on outcomes to define progress creates a binary success/failure view that can sap motivation. Instead, we need...

  How to Measure Progress Today, Rather than Just Outcomes? In a world driven by results, it’s easy to focus solely on outcomes. While achieving goals is important, the path toward them—your progress—is just as vital. Measuring progress today means recognizing incremental improvements and ongoing efforts that lead to success over time. This approach fosters sustainable growth and helps you stay motivated even when the final goal seems distant. Here's how you can measure progress effectively, rather than just outcomes. 1. Break Down Large Goals into Small, Achievable Tasks One of the best ways to measure progress is to divide larger goals into smaller, manageable tasks. When you complete a task, you immediately see progress, even if the overall goal is still in the distance. Example : If you're working on a long-term project like writing a book, set daily or weekly writing goals (e.g., write 500 words a day). Each day you hit that goal, you’re making measurable progress. Benefit...