Progress Signals

Purpose

Progress signals show that the founder moved forward.

Scoring can come later.

For Phase 2, define what progress means.

Working Definition

Progress means the founder completed a meaningful step, learned something useful, implemented a tool, joined a relationship, attended a session, or solved part of a business problem.

Example Progress Signals

Action	Progress Signal
Completed Compass	profile updated
Read a guide	knowledge engaged
Completed checklist	implementation step done
Joined event	activation started
Connected with partner	implementation support started
Updated goal	accountability created
Used Atlas AI	guidance request logged
Added journal note	reflection captured
Connected payment tool	infrastructure built

Phase 2 Question

Which actions should create progress signals, and which should affect future recommendations?