Have you ever heard of "Zugzwang"? (No, it’s not a new TikTok trend!)

In chess, Zugzwang (pronounced tsoog-tsvang) is a situation where a player is put at a disadvantage because they must make a move, even though any move they make will weaken their position. It’s the ultimate “I’d rather just stay in bed” scenario! ♟️😬

We’ve all been there. It’s the first week of the year, and the "New Year, New Me" pressure is real. You feel compelled to launch a new project, pivot your strategy, or change your brand overnight just because the calendar flipped.

But moving just for the sake of moving? That’s how you end up in Zugzwang!

Here's the question: Is there a part of your business where you’re rushing a move just because it’s January? What would happen if you took a breath, grabbed a coffee, and looked for a better angle instead? ☕

In 2026, don’t just move the pieces. Master the board. ♟️✨

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