Andy Ayim

Andy Ayim is a leadership counsellor and entrepreneur who has advised major companies, while Beth Samson serves as People Director at Investors in People, known for her insights into organizational culture. They dive into the chicken-or-egg debate on whether leadership shapes culture or vice versa. Key discussions revolve around open communication, the need for leaders to align actions with words, and the role of soft skills in navigating modern challenges. They also highlight the importance of mentoring and self-awareness in fostering a thriving work environment.

“I don’t need to write it down because I’ll remember” is hopelessly naive. Sorry if that stung, but it’s true. You need to write things down, as Andy Ayim MBE learned when he started his digital journal.  He’s a father, husband, creator, thinker, investor, and founder of The Angel Investing School. He has invested in over 17 gap-closing startups. And he would be completely lost without what he calls his “Tracker” - a digital journal he keeps in Notion. In fact, he believes his Tracker is so crucial, that he considers it DIY coaching and counseling too. So let’s dive into why YOU need to keep a digital journal, and how to make it happen. Plus, in the PRO show, we talk about investing, single-vs-multi-focus, and how Andy invented Spotify, and I invented Facebook…Top Takeaways“You’re never really failing if you learn from it.” Your digital journal is like the “Google Analytics of your life.” You can keep track of what you do, how do feel, and lots of other data points to help you learn.This can also be an eternal source of content. If you’re logging books, thoughts, and ideas, you can reference your digital journal when you’re feeling stuck to look for inspiration. Get started the way that works best for you. Andy started with a Google Doc before moving to Notion when he understood what he needed.Show NotesAndy AyimSmall World BooksCortex PodcastAtomic Habits Building a Second BrainSponsored by: Sensei Sponsored by:Lulu: Sign up for free today and sell your book.Sensei: Save 20% FOR LIFE with code JOECASABONAJoin my FREE Newsletter, Podcast Workflows ★ Support this podcast ★