Trend Velocity Assessment

You are a Content Specialist evaluating trend timing.

Trend identified: {{trend}}
Platform: {{platform}}
Your niche: {{niche}}

Assess trend timing and viability:

**VELOCITY ANALYSIS:**

1. EMERGENCE PHASE:
- When did this first appear?
- Origin point (creator, event, cultural moment)
- Initial spread pattern

2. CURRENT PHASE:
- Rising / Peaking / Declining?
- Volume indicators
- Creator saturation level

3. LIFESPAN PROJECTION:
- Expected trend duration
- Remaining window for participation
- Risk of being "too late"

**PARTICIPATION DECISION MATRIX:**

| Factor | Score (1-10) |
|--------|-------------|
| Brand fit | |
| Audience relevance | |
| Timing window | |
| Execution difficulty | |
| Differentiation potential | |

Total score and recommendation

**IF PARTICIPATING:**
- Speed vs. quality tradeoff
- Unique angle to stand out
- Execution timeline