how to start 2026 strong?

When I was studying in London, whenever I took the train, there was a soulful announcement at each station: “Mind the Gap.”

Now that you have decided to embark on a journey of change for the new year, you need to be mindful of another gap.

The Decision - Action Gap.

When I coach students on learning to invest, everyone makes the Decision to be a good investor in the blink of an eye. But some of their daily Actions tell a different story. No time to study the investment. Still wanting to trade with 1-second candles. The decision says one thing, but the action says another.

You can’t be upset with the lack of results from the actions that you are not taking.

Willpower is Overrated. You Need Accountability.

How do you close that gap for 365 days? When it comes to consistency, willpower is overrated. There will be days when you are tired, busy, and unwilling.

The secret is Accountability. Going to the gym by yourself relies on willpower. Having a personal trainer relies on accountability.

For me, if you told me I needed to do weekly livestreams by myself, I might bail. But I know there are hundreds of Stock Market Genius (SMG) members waiting for me. That is accountability. I cannot afford to let SMG members down. That obligation is what motivated me to hit 95 livestreams.

Your "South Pole" awaits

We all have a South Pole. A big, audacious goal. One of my students, let's call him Jay, joined SMG with a goal to generate income. He committed to attending my livestreams. Frankly, he did miss a few (life happens), but he followed the "Never Twice" rule—if you miss once, it’s an accident. If you miss twice, it’s a habit. He never missed twice.

He caught up on recordings. He executed his "20-mile march" of selling options weekly. The result? A 41% gain in 2025.

So, as we look toward the new year, I challenge you:

1. Stop worrying about what others think.

2. Get off the "6-7" train before the return trip becomes too expensive.

3. Find your "20-mile march" and do it daily.

4. Match your action to your decision

If you are tired of relying on willpower and want the structure and accountability to finally bridge the gap between your decisions and your actions, I invite you to join us inside Stock Market Genius.

If you read until the end of this series, you are amazing! Please take this as my way of helping you to start 2026 strong!

Use this link and you will enjoy a $150 off SMG subscription!

Aim for the stars, and you will sooner reach the moon. Let's make the next year your best investing year yet.

See you in 2026

Pete
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The information provided in this newsletter is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Readers should seek their own independent financial advice before making any investment decisions. Please note that while Pete is a portfolio manager, the opinions expressed in this newsletter are his own and do not represent the views of any organization. Always perform your own research and due diligence before investing.