Hello wonderful Fastlaners and Gawkers (I'm in the process of transitioning from the second category to the first...)
I have been very inspired and enriched by the people on this forum in my short time here (THANKS). This is my first progress thread, and it is early days. Here goes...
Context:
Long story short, my idea would have leveraged off a bunch of services API's. I did not think to ensure that these API's would be accessible for my purposes. Only after half building the website. Turns out I just wasted 3 weeks (working at least 3-6 hours each day). School fees I guess. Fortunately I have a cursory understanding of AWS now and Laravel, each of which is a potential bullet in my gun. Nevertheless I wasted time. I tend to think I needed to. Child and the hot plate syndrome.
This brings me to 3 days ago. With the outstanding knowledge and insight of a number of forum members, I began to see where I was getting hung up. I was completely set on only pursuing something in my current domain of expertise. I think a little bit of change adversity was at work. I finally allowed my initial plan to crumble gracefully, although I will turn that into a blog.
Inspired by the content creation monster @SinisterLex I decided to put some efforts into writing two blogs. Not necessarily for generating any shmeckles per say, but purely for the sake of practising writing, creating content and sharing my knowledge. One blog will be on the topic of freelancing (I know, wow, original), and the other will be on specific technical topics I come across in my freelancing work (also, wow, groundbreaking stuff) for the sake of promoting my consulting services. The purpose here is get myself into the habit of creating value in whatever way I am able. Also to put myself out there in the world. I'm obscenely introverted. I have actually found myself thoroughly enjoying the creation of content. Turns out I have a lot more in my noggin than I realise.
One other thing to mention, that has formed the bedrock of my process so far is the Miracle Morning. Been doing that solidly for the last 17 days and it has helped me to build focus and stamina.
Ok. Where am I now? I am trying to figure this out.
Provide value being the mantra, I have expanded my areas of investigation. I'm in research mode. Busy examining everything I can think of. From importing, to building various types of software and web-services, to inventing.
I plan on doing an update each week. I am saying this to keep myself accountable and to inform whoever may be interested in the progress of this barely formed zygote. I intend to have at least 3 strong possibilities that I can compare using a Weighted Average Decision Matrix by this time next week Wednesday.
Any insight and input (and criticism please) will always be appreciated. I will not ask anyone for ideas or anything of that puerile nature. I mean input regarding my logic and execution.
Thanks for reading...
I have been very inspired and enriched by the people on this forum in my short time here (THANKS). This is my first progress thread, and it is early days. Here goes...
Context:
- I work online as a freelance web and mobile developer (mostly PHP and Android).
- I am pursuing my 'Fastlane' goals in almost every spare moment, with exceptions for unwinding and quality time.
- I have been pushing myself down this interesting fractal alleyway for around 3 weeks now.
- My 'WHY' is extensive. At the top of the list, is ensuring a safe future for my family, before anything else. Beyond that, I am artist and plan to free up my time to create as I please. I plan to create an artist sanctuary one day, where people can come and gawk and give artists fruit, and watch them toss faecal matter around. Ok, minus that last part.
Long story short, my idea would have leveraged off a bunch of services API's. I did not think to ensure that these API's would be accessible for my purposes. Only after half building the website. Turns out I just wasted 3 weeks (working at least 3-6 hours each day). School fees I guess. Fortunately I have a cursory understanding of AWS now and Laravel, each of which is a potential bullet in my gun. Nevertheless I wasted time. I tend to think I needed to. Child and the hot plate syndrome.
This brings me to 3 days ago. With the outstanding knowledge and insight of a number of forum members, I began to see where I was getting hung up. I was completely set on only pursuing something in my current domain of expertise. I think a little bit of change adversity was at work. I finally allowed my initial plan to crumble gracefully, although I will turn that into a blog.
Inspired by the content creation monster @SinisterLex I decided to put some efforts into writing two blogs. Not necessarily for generating any shmeckles per say, but purely for the sake of practising writing, creating content and sharing my knowledge. One blog will be on the topic of freelancing (I know, wow, original), and the other will be on specific technical topics I come across in my freelancing work (also, wow, groundbreaking stuff) for the sake of promoting my consulting services. The purpose here is get myself into the habit of creating value in whatever way I am able. Also to put myself out there in the world. I'm obscenely introverted. I have actually found myself thoroughly enjoying the creation of content. Turns out I have a lot more in my noggin than I realise.
One other thing to mention, that has formed the bedrock of my process so far is the Miracle Morning. Been doing that solidly for the last 17 days and it has helped me to build focus and stamina.
Ok. Where am I now? I am trying to figure this out.
Provide value being the mantra, I have expanded my areas of investigation. I'm in research mode. Busy examining everything I can think of. From importing, to building various types of software and web-services, to inventing.
I plan on doing an update each week. I am saying this to keep myself accountable and to inform whoever may be interested in the progress of this barely formed zygote. I intend to have at least 3 strong possibilities that I can compare using a Weighted Average Decision Matrix by this time next week Wednesday.
Any insight and input (and criticism please) will always be appreciated. I will not ask anyone for ideas or anything of that puerile nature. I mean input regarding my logic and execution.
Thanks for reading...
Dislike ads? Become a Fastlane member:
Subscribe today and surround yourself with winners and millionaire mentors, not those broke friends who only want to drink beer and play video games. :-)
Membership Required: Upgrade to Expose Nearly 1,000,000 Posts
Ready to Unleash the Millionaire Entrepreneur in You?
Become a member of the Fastlane Forum, the private community founded by best-selling author and multi-millionaire entrepreneur MJ DeMarco. Since 2007, MJ DeMarco has poured his heart and soul into the Fastlane Forum, helping entrepreneurs reclaim their time, win their financial freedom, and live their best life.
With more than 39,000 posts packed with insights, strategies, and advice, you’re not just a member—you’re stepping into MJ’s inner-circle, a place where you’ll never be left alone.
Become a member and gain immediate access to...
- Active Community: Ever join a community only to find it DEAD? Not at Fastlane! As you can see from our home page, life-changing content is posted dozens of times daily.
- Exclusive Insights: Direct access to MJ DeMarco’s daily contributions and wisdom.
- Powerful Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse group of successful entrepreneurs who can offer mentorship, collaboration, and opportunities.
- Proven Strategies: Learn from the best in the business, with actionable advice and strategies that can accelerate your success.
"You are the average of the five people you surround yourself with the most..."
Who are you surrounding yourself with? Surround yourself with millionaire success. Join Fastlane today!
Join Today
Piyv qmahop on fiwmiuqoph o katv tvesv xovj vji guspvipf tu o hiv tuni podi qodvasit vu dunnapodevi vji wemai qsuqutovoup on uggisoph epf qav aq e mepfoph qehi 
