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12-Week Year

Treat every 12 weeks as a full year — execute in 3 months what others take 12 months.

60 min Advanced

Goal

Compress execution time via repeated "end-of-year" pressure.

Steps

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    Set 3 key results for next 12 weeks.
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Expected Outcome

Immediate
Urgency pulls from drift.

Evidence base

School: Performance Systems

Founders: Brian Moran (2013)

Moran — "The 12 Week Year".

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Frequently asked questions

How long does "12-Week Year" take?
This exercise takes about 60 minutes, practiced solo in a Written reflection format.
When will I notice the effect of "12-Week Year"?
Urgency pulls from drift. In the short term: Complete 80% of "yearly goals" in 12 weeks.
Is "12-Week Year" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Performance Systems (Brian Moran (2013)). Moran — "The 12 Week Year".
Is "12-Week Year" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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