In this podcast, the host reflects on their revenue goals for 2023 and discusses their failed project and shift in strategy. They also review two products, 'eight sleep' bed cooling system and 'OP one field' synthesizer. The speaker shares their recent purchases and talks about the integration of alcohol in Irish culture. They also discuss the negative effects of alcohol on acid reflux and the importance of being mindful when drinking.
The host acknowledges not achieving their goal of doubling revenue in 2023 due to strategic missteps and market fluctuations, highlighting the importance of clarity and focus for future growth.
The host shares personal experiences with the negative effects of alcohol on their health, including disrupted sleep, physical issues such as acid reflux and migraines, increased anxiety, and decreased happiness and productivity, emphasizing the need for mindful drinking.
Deep dives
Summary of the Year and Revenue Goals
The podcast episode begins with the host reflecting on the past year, particularly on revenue goals and the growth of the business. Despite aiming to double revenue in 2023, the host notes that they did not achieve this goal due to strategic missteps and market fluctuations. However, they express confidence for the upcoming year and emphasize the importance of clarity and focus in order to drive future growth.
The Impact of Alcohol
The host discusses the impact of alcohol on their health and overall well-being. They highlight the negative effects alcohol has had on their sleep quality, physical health, and mood, including increased anxiety and negative thought patterns. The host shares personal experiences with acid reflux and migraines caused by alcohol consumption and emphasizes the necessity of mindful drinking and its potential side effects on happiness and productivity.
Reflecting on Things That Bring Happiness
The host shares various factors that have contributed to their happiness throughout the year. They mention the benefits of incorporating deep brown noise for quality sleep, investing in an eight sleep mattress cover for optimal sleep temperature regulation, and their love for the OP-1 Field Synthesizer and audio equipment from Teenage Engineering. Additionally, they discuss the importance of finding activities and products that bring joy and enhance well-being.
Setting Clear Goals and Ending the Year on a Positive Note
The host outlines their approach to setting goals and ending the year on a positive note. They mention the Tim Ferriss Past Year Review exercise as a method to assess the activities and experiences that provided energy or drained energy throughout the year. By categorizing these experiences, the host aims to identify areas for improvement and focus in the upcoming year. The episode concludes with the host expressing uncertainty about future podcast episodes and sharing their plans to read books related to profitability and personal growth over the Christmas break.