I struggled with how I should react & respond to cold emails in the workplace during the first two years of my career as a VC.
During most of 2017, I averaged 5–6 hours a night. Not sleeping enough was killing me and my ability to get things done.
Everyone that has built something meaningful must have gotten in touch with “the dark side”. I woke up thinking about how it probably impulsed many to win.
I had a surprise visit to the ER on Christmas. I thought I was having a heart attack and rushed to the hospital with considerable chest pain. I was scared.
This weekend I watched this cool fireside chat between Jeff Bezos and his brother. It made me think that I need to venture out a bit more.
Real joy comes from within and by tidying up you always restore balance in your life. Letting go is more important than adding.
Once a week, right after a formal turndown, I get a founder asking me if I can introduce them to other investors. This is a weak and stupid ask.
Starting to do intermittent fasting has been one of the most impactful habits of my life. It made me realize that I've always had bad eating habits.