The 3-Step Winning Process for Any Project

1. Instinct (The Spark)

What it is:

The gut feeling, idea, or vision that pulls you in.

The “I see something here” moment.

How to use it:

Capture it quickly (write it down, sketch, voice note).

Ask yourself: Why does this excite me?

Don’t judge it yet — just honor the spark.

Examples:

Investing: “Tesla will disrupt cars.”

Marathon: “I want to prove I can run 42km.”

Startup: “This app solves a real problem.”

2. Clarity (The Map)

What it is:

Turning instinct into a defined goal and plan.

Setting boundaries so you don’t get lost in noise.

How to use it:

Define your Why / What / How / When.

Break big vision into milestones.

Identify risks and rules (when to pivot, when to hold).

Examples:

Investing: “I’ll invest €300/month in 3 assets for 10 years.”

Marathon: “I’ll follow a 16-week training plan, 4 runs per week.”

Startup: “MVP in 3 months, 100 test users before scaling."

3. Discipline (The Engine)

What it is:

Consistency over time, sticking to the map when emotions hit.

Building habits that make success automatic.

How to use it:

Track progress with metrics (portfolio balance, training log, revenue).

Build routines (weekly reviews, scheduled training, fixed savings).

Stay flexible but committed: adjust the how without losing the why.

Examples:

Investing: Keep investing during crashes, don’t panic-sell.

Marathon: Run on tired days, trust the program.

Startup: Iterate on feedback, ship updates regularly.

Summary Formula

Instinct → Starts the fire.

Clarity → Gives the fire a direction.

Discipline → Keeps the fire burning until the goal is reached.