I discovered the October Method by accident last year. My calendar showed three months left until New Year’s, and a strange mix of panic and hope washed over me. I’d spent nine months making the same mistakes, following the same dead-end routines, and telling myself, “I’ll start tomorrow.” But that evening, staring at those final 90 days, something clicked. I didn’t need January 1st to make changes. I needed October 1st.
The best time to change your life isn’t January 1st – it’s October 1st when everyone else is waiting.
Start your new year in fall
Does the sight of falling leaves make you think about fresh starts? You’re not alone. While most people wait for January to set goals, starting your review in October gives you a three-month advantage on the new year.
Why October works better than January
The final quarter of the year creates natural momentum for change. As the year winds down, you’ll spot gaps between your plans and reality with enough time to act. This timing lets you:
The 3-month game plan
Month 1: Review (October)
Take stock of where you stand:
Month 2: Plan (November)
Turn your insights into action steps:
Month 3: Start (December)
Begin your changes now:
Make it work: Real life examples
A job seeker named Sarah used this method to land a new role. In October, she reviewed her career goals. November became her month to update her resume and LinkedIn profile. By December, she started networking and applying for positions. January arrived with two job interviews scheduled.
Tom, a small business owner, applied the October method to fix his work-life balance. His October assessment revealed he worked weekends and missed family time. In November, he mapped out strict business hours and hired a part-time assistant. By December, he tested his new schedule, making adjustments when needed. January began with him taking weekends off and spending Sundays with his kids.
Lisa turned her fitness goals into reality using this approach. October showed her failed gym attempts throughout the year. In November, she planned home workouts instead. December saw her testing different morning exercise routines. By January, she had completed 24 workouts and found her ideal morning schedule.
Tips for success
Why this works
Your brain responds better to gradual changes. By starting in October, you give yourself time to:
Getting started today
The October Assessment Method turns good intentions into real changes. While others dream about New Year’s resolutions, you’ll already be three months into your better habits.
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