How to Make the Most of the Last Quarter of the Year

The calendar reminds us of something powerful: today marks the beginning of the last quarter of 2025.

Three months. Ninety days. Twelve weeks.

Some see it as the closing of a cycle; others, as the last opportunity to sprint toward goals that seemed unreachable. And for many, it is a strategic springboard: a key moment not only to finish strong, but to prepare the ground for a new beginning.

The last quarter is more than just a closing period. It is a time where reflection, action, and vision converge:

• Reflection to look back and acknowledge what has been achieved.
• Action to focus on what can still be accomplished.
• Vision to project yourself into the new year with clarity and intention.

Most people underestimate this final stretch, believing that the important part of the year has already passed or that the time left is not enough. The truth is, if you take advantage of it with discipline and focus, these 90 days can become the most transformative of the year.

1. Review Your Achievements and Learnings

Before looking ahead, take a moment to recognize what you’ve accomplished.

• Which goals have you reached?
• What lessons have emerged from challenges?
• What can you be grateful for?

Celebrating progress, no matter how small, fuels motivation and renews energy.

2. Reframe What’s Pending

We all have projects that were put on hold or goals that didn’t move forward. The last quarter is not about doing everything, but about focusing on what is critical and strategic. Ask yourself:

• Which actions will have the biggest impact if I complete them this year?
• What can I let go of or delegate to free up mental space?
  
  

3. Double Down on Focus

Time is limited, and this is the moment to use it with intention. Simple tools like the Eisenhower Matrix or the 3 daily priorities method can help you maintain clarity.

Remember: focus beats dispersion.

4. Prepare 2026 Starting Today

Close this year with your eyes on what’s coming. Reflect on:

• What seeds can I plant today to harvest in January?
• Which habits do I need to strengthen before December ends?

The year doesn’t end in December — it begins in October. What you do now is the prologue of your 2026.

This is not about racing against the clock, but about using these 90 days with clarity, discipline, and purpose.

👉 Ask yourself: What achievement do I want to proudly celebrate on December 31st?

The best time to start is today.

Luis Vicente