Mostly Technical 95: Face Man of the Empire
21 snips
Aug 19, 2025 The hosts dive into their struggles with sleep and its impact on productivity, sharing candid insights. They explore innovative branding strategies for an educational platform while navigating digital clutter. The conversation shifts to the world of database technologies and project management tips. They introduce the concept of 'fake dates' for busy parents, blending humor with relatable experiences. Lastly, they tackle the growing demand for organizational services, highlighting potential side hustles in this emerging field.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Early Sleep Experiment
- Ian tried an early-sleep routine and tracked it with Eight Sleep, which reported much better sleep scores.
- He still felt subjectively tired even while being more productive during the day.
Gain Time By Shifting Earlier
- Steal morning hours by waking earlier instead of pushing late-night work; mornings are often more productive.
- Test 5:30–6:00 AM starts but avoid schedules that collapse once you must handle morning child routines.
Outsource To Improve Focus
- Hire contractors for focused tasks like branding and video editing instead of hiring full-time staff.
- Use a technical researcher/scriptwriter to do first-pass research so you can spend more time on camera.