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Top Ways to Make This Year Amazing and Seven Simple Questions for Your Annual Review with Sahil Bloom

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Jan 25, 2023

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Sahil Bloom

Sahil Bloom, an investor and entrepreneur known for his focus on financial strategies and personal fulfillment, shares transformative insights for personal growth. He introduces seven key questions for conducting an effective annual review. Listeners will learn how to manage energy and optimize productivity through innovative techniques, like the energy calendar. Sahil discusses the importance of morning routines, healthy eating hacks, and setting clear boundaries for a balanced life. His practical advice aims to foster happiness and decrease stress in the year ahead.

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ADVICE

Reflect, Don't Just Plan

Focus on reflecting on the past year, not just planning for the next.
Identify learnings to improve the upcoming year.

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ADVICE

Reflect on Changed Perspectives

Reflect on significant changes in your thinking throughout the year.
If no changes come to mind, review your work, writing, or journal entries.

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ANECDOTE

Chris's Changed Perspectives

Chris Hutchins changed his mind about outsourcing tasks and spending money.
He also embraced mouth taping after initial skepticism.

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Optimizing Conversations and Investments

19:51 • 5min

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Confronting Fears and Embracing Change

24:25 • 15min

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Harnessing Energy for a Productive Year

39:51 • 2min

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Mastering Time and Attention

41:48 • 5min

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Mastering Time Management

46:40 • 7min

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Revitalizing Morning Routines

53:52 • 4min

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Healthy Eating Hacks and Grocery Store Strategies

58:21 • 2min

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Creating Clear Boundaries: The Power of a Shutdown Ritual

01:00:13 • 2min

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Establishing Rituals and Smart Financial Practices

01:02:13 • 4min

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Financial Strategies for the New Year

01:05:59 • 4min

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Exploring Cultural Gems and Adventure in India

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#99: Investor and entrepreneur Sahil Bloom joins Chris to discuss performing a personal annual review. Sahil outlines the seven questions everyone should ask when reflecting on the previous year and establishing goals for the new one. Additionally, they offer strategies, tips, and advice to increase your happiness, energy, and sense of fulfillment while decreasing your stress and anxiety to make 2023 an amazing year.

Sahil Bloom (@SahilBloom) is among the most dynamic and up-and-coming financial personalities in the business world. Choosing to pursue a writing career that would be more fulfilling and rewarding, Sahil left his job in investment banking and private equity, recently launched a venture fund, SRB Ventures, and writes The Curiosity Chronicle.

Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/annual-review-sahil-bloom

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Resources Mentioned

Sahil Bloom: Website | Newsletter | Twitter

Personal Annual Review
Annual Planning Guide
The 1-1-1 Method
Forecasts for the Future, & More
23 Ways to Make 2023 Your Miracle Year
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Energy Calendar Technique

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Tim Ferriss: The 4-Hour Workweek | Ted Talk

Andrew Huberman: Light & Sun Exposure Guide | The Science & Use of Cold Exposure

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Medical Testing: InsideTracker

Tracking: Wealthfront | Kubera | Trustworthy

Products: Hostage Tape | Cold Plunge

Money-Saving Site: Rakuten

Bangalore Recommendation: Royal Afghan (ITC Windsor)

Full Show Notes

(01:28) New Year’s Resolutions: Planning vs. Reflecting