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The overwhelm spiral (and how to break it)
Issue #185 | March 10th, 2026 Presented by HighLevel Hi, it's Pat! You know that feeling when you sit down at your desk in the morning, look at everything you need to do, and immediately feel like you're drowning? The emails that multiplied overnight. The project deadlines are creeping closer. The client requests piling up. The personal stuff you've been putting off for weeks. It's that suffocating weight of being behind on everything, where every task feels urgent, and you don't even know...
Why your polished content isn't connecting
Issue #184 | March 3rd, 2026 Hi, it's Pat! I've been creating content for over 15 years, and I've learned something that might surprise you: The content that connects most isn't the most polished… It's the most relatable. While many creators obsess over camera quality, lighting setups, and perfect editing, they're missing the most important ingredient: making people feel something. Today, I want to share why being relatable beats being perfect every single time and how you can use the power...
Ready for a breakthrough? Here’s what it takes
Issue #183 | February 24th, 2026 Before we dive into this week's newsletter, we’re gathering feedback to help shape future events and conversations around what matters most to you. Could you take a minute to fill out this quick 5-question survey? Thank you so much in advance! 1→ Which of these best describes you? A Hobbyist B Creator C Influencer D Entrepreneur Powered by Hi, it's Pat! You’ve probably heard the quote (often attributed to Einstein): “Insanity is doing the same thing over and...
How to know if you should keep going (after a challenge)
Issue #182 | February 17th, 2026 Presented by Ecamm Hey there, You know that feeling a week after you finish something big — a challenge, a streak, a project, or even a personal experiment? You’ve crossed the finish line, but now you’re left wondering: “What do I do next?” I’ve been getting that question a lot lately, especially from those who just wrapped up our 30-Day Video Challenge. But honestly, this applies to anyone who’s just completed a sprint, a habit streak, or any kind of focused...
How to keep your streak alive on tough days
Issue # 181 | February 10th, 2026 Hey there, Let’s be honest — no matter how motivated you are at the start, there will always be days when you just don’t feel like doing the thing. Maybe it’s recording a video, writing a post, going for a run, or sticking to any habit you’re trying to build. The streak you were so proud of suddenly feels like a chore, and the temptation to skip “just this once” is real. I’ve been there. And if you’re in the middle of a challenge (like our 30-Day Video...
The content strategy that generates 100K subscribers (per video!)
Issue #180 | February 3rd, 2026 Presented by HighLevel Hey there, I know I've been talking a lot about short-form video lately (and if you're crushing it in the 30-Day Video Challenge, keep going — you're doing amazing! So many of you are already seeing real results!). But I didn't want to leave my long-form creators hanging. This one's for all you podcasters and YouTube creators who prefer the deep dive over the quick hit. Every industry has its predictable patterns. When Apple releases a...
The 2-metric rule that changed everything
Issue # 179 | January 27th, 2026 Presented by Vubli Hi, it's Pat! I was scrolling through my YouTube analytics yesterday, and I got lost for 20 minutes looking at everything: watch time, click-through rates, subscriber conversion rates, audience retention graphs, traffic sources, countries of origin, and about fifteen other metrics. Then I caught myself. I was doing the exact thing I tell people not to do: getting overwhelmed by data instead of focusing on what actually moves the needle....
The 2M subscriber secret nobody talks about
Issue #178 | January 20th, 2026 Presented by Google AdSense Hi, it's Pat! I have some incredible news to share: my Pokémon YouTube channel, Deep Pocket Monster, just crossed 2 million subscribers! 🎉 But here's what’s surprising… This milestone wasn't achieved by being perfect, polished, or having everything go according to plan. In fact, it was quite the opposite. The videos that perform best on my channel are the ones where I fail spectacularly. They’re the moments when I don’t complete the...
The secret to standing out: Mastering the hook
Issue # 177 | January 13th, 2026 Hey there, We’re officially rolling with the 30-Day Video Challenge, and if you’ve already posted your first one or two videos, you’ve probably realized this: the hardest part isn’t hitting record, it’s getting people to actually watch. That’s where the hook comes in. It’s the single most important thing you can master that could mean the difference between zero views and millions. Let’s get unstuck. Quote of the Week "You only get one chance to make a first...
Don’t let 2026 be another year of half-finished projects
Issue # 176 | January 6th, 2026 Presented by HighLevel Hey there, Welcome to the very first Unstuck newsletter of 2026! If you’re like me, you’re probably feeling that fresh-start energy, ready to make this year different. But let’s be real: every January, we all make commitments, both big and small. And somewhere along the way, life (and the world) throws distractions at us. 2025 was full of surprises — new tech, new trends, new “must-try” opportunities. Looking back, I bet you can spot a...
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