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Inc. 500 Entrepreneur. 40 Under 40. Investor in Web3, Crypto, AI, Gaming & more.

Brian’s online advertising, marketing, and consulting agency made the Inc. 500 list of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America, ranking Top 25 Advertising and Marketing Companies in America.

Founder of BDE Ventures which supports and invests in early-stage Web3 projects. BDE is a hybrid advisory firm, investor and venture studio.

Founded ReBlock Ventures, a leading venture studio entirely focused on advising and supporting Web 3, blockchain, crypto, and NFT products.

Founding Member of Affinity.xyz, an exclusive web3 mastermind group.

Brian starred in a TV Series as one of the three judges in an "Apprentice" style crypto show that will be available across global platforms. Forbes (Asia) listed Brian as #8 on the 2023 Crypto Top 40.

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Published writer on Forbes, Entrepreneur, Rolling Stone, Inc. Magazine, Influencive, etc. Content has been read over 50 million times.

Brian has a knack for solving important entrepreneurial problems for companies through innovative strategy, disruptive business models, creative user acquisition, product design, a world-class network, and a lifetime of digital marketing experience. Brian holds a Swiss MBA.

Brian has a passion for all things Web3, Crypto, NFTs, Video Games, AI and Blockchain and is an avid early-stage / angel investor in many projects, companies, and platforms.

Inc. Magazine called him one of the most influential millennial entrepreneurs.

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He has over 1 million followers and reaches millions through his personal brand and platforms.

Strategically found over $50 million in funding for blockchain and web3 projects.

Founded Influencive, a digital publication that has had over 100M+ readers. One of the first publications to feature young upcoming entrepreneurs and influencers even pre-dating the “influencer” movement becoming mainstream.

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Signs Of A Great Leader

Original Content Creator: Jonathan Butterworth (Give him a follow)
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If you want to become a great leader:

Focus on establishing a culture of trust.

A study found that employees at high-trust companies experience significantly better outcomes than those at low-trust companies.

Including:
✅ 74% less stress
✅ 106% more energy
✅ 50% higher productivity
✅ 13% fewer sick days
✅ 76% more engagement
✅ 29% more life satisfaction
✅ 40% less burnout

But trust is just the beginning. 

Great leaders are multi-dimensional, embodying attributes that:
→ inspire
→ motivate
→ drive success

Beyond trust, they possess:
→ Empathy
→ Vision
→ Resilience
→ Communication
→ Adaptability

How might we spot a great leader?

Here are 20 signs you may have found one. 

What signs would you add?
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Original Content Creator: Jonathan Butterworth (Give him a follow)

Brian D. Evans

Inc. 500 Entrepreneur. 40 Under 40. Investor in Web3, Blockchain, AI, Gaming.

Why is it important to be a great leader?

The Anatomy of a Perfect Pitch Deck

Original Content Creator: Chris Tottman (give him a follow)
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Investors see hundreds of pitch decks yearly. Only a few stand out.

Here’s the ultimate blueprint for a pitch deck that gets you noticed:

Purpose & Vision ⤵️

State them in one sentence.
Who are you helping, and how?

Target Audience ⤵️

Who exactly are you serving?
Pinpoint their struggles.

Problem & Pain ⤵️

Financial, business, personal.
Your solution? A relief.

Solution Slide ⤵️

Time-saving, cost-effective, and easy.
Your solution should shine here.

Commercial Model ⤵️

Pricing for each customer segment.
Make it clear and compelling.

Market Analysis: TAM, SAM, SOM ⤵️

Your market potential in 3 layers.
Think big, start focused, grow smart.

Market Viability ⤵️

Success in SOM = Credibility.
SAM checks your reality.
TAM dreams your future.

Evidence of Success ⤵️

Customers, contracts, pipeline.
Numbers talk.
Future Growth ⤵️

Forecast with confidence.
Show where you're headed.

Unique Advantage ⤵️

What sets you apart?
Flaunt it.

Horizon Mapping ⤵️

McKinsey’s model.
Today's cash cows, tomorrow's stars, future's game-changers.

The Team ⤵️

Your dream team.
Skills, balance, future plans.

🔍 Investors look for clarity, potential, and confidence.

Your deck isn't just slides.

It's a reflection of your ambition.

- Open
- Clear
- Strategic
- Visionary
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Original Content Creator: Chris Tottman (give him a follow)

10 Signs Of A Top Performing Employees

Original Content Creator: Will McTighe (give him a follow)
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Want to be a top performer? ⭐ 
10 behaviors of Top Performing Employees and HOW you can show them: 
 
1/ Listens Before Speaking 
 
- After someone speaks, repeat back your understanding of what they said before responding. 
- This is called Active Listening! 
 
2/ Takes Accountability 
 
- When you make a mistake, own it. 
 
3/ Solution Oriented 
 
- Don't come to your manager with problems until you've thought about how to solve them. 
 
4/ Thinks Team Before "Me" 
 
- Put the team's goals first. You'll get credit for it. 
 
5/ Show High Integrity 
 
- Set the standard for behavior among your colleagues. Sets you out as a leader. 
 
6/ Open Minded 
 
- Be willing to change your mind if new information. 
 
7/ Demonstrates Humility 
 
- Be willing to be wrong, change your mind and take on feedback. 
 
8/ Loves Upskilling 
 
- Identify new skills (e.g. using AI) and learn them. 
- Take online courses to improve your strengths and mitigate weaknesses. 
 
9/ Gets Shit Done 
 
- At the end of each day, look at your output. Ask yourself, how much did you get done? 
 
10/ Communicates with Radical Candor 
 
- Don't shy away from difficult conversations. 
- Give feedback regularly. Be direct and kind. Focus feedback on actions and the consequences. 
 
You can become world-class if you follow these tips. 
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Original Content Creator: Will McTighe (give him a follow)

The 8 Critical EBITDA Drivers CEOs and CFOs Need to Know

Original Content Creator: Oana Labes, MBA, CPA (give her a follow)
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1️⃣ 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵

🎯 Sales & Marketing Excellence: cutting-edge sales and marketing strategies 

🎯 Market & Product Diversification: new markets and products or services.

🎯 Customer Lifetime Value Maximization: customer retention and upselling 

2️⃣ 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

🎯 Streamline Operations: Eliminate non-essential expenses and streamline operations.

🎯 Lean Processes: continuous improvement and lean methodologies.

🎯 Supplier Negotiations: lower input costs 

3️⃣ 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆

🎯 Process Automation: technology for process automation and workforce efficiency.

🎯 Supply Chain Optimization: cut costs and shorten delivery timelines.

🎯 Inventory Management: advanced inventory strategies to reduce carrying costs.

4️⃣ 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆

🎯 Market-Based Pricing: pricing strategies to match demand and customer segmentation

🎯 Pricing Flexibility: price adjustments in response to market and cost changes.

🎯 Dynamic Pricing: dynamic pricing for revenue optimization during peak demand.

5️⃣ 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

🎯 Relationship Building: repeat business and referrals.

🎯 Exceptional Customer Support: top-notch customer service to build loyalty.

🎯 Feedback Systems: customer feedback to refine products and services.

6️⃣ 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

7️⃣ 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀

8️⃣ 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 & 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗠𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

🎯 Debt Restructuring: reduce interest expenses and improve cash flow.

🎯 CapEx Optimization: Ensure capital expenditures are driving value 

🎯 Hedging Strategies: financial hedges to protect against volatility in commodities, forex, and interest rates.

What would you add?
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Original Content Creator: Oana Labes, MBA, CPA (give her a follow)

13 Habits To Build In 2024

Original Content Creator: Véronique Barrot (give her a follow)
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13 habits. 

Not just any habits. 

These are life changers, 
↳ designed to propel you through 2024 with momentum. 

1. Giving Back.
→ Success is sweeter when shared. 
Your growth fuels others'. 


2. Getting Quality Sleep.
→ Rest is not a luxury.
It's a requirement for peak performance. 


3. Looking After Your Body.
→ Your health is your first wealth.
Invest wisely. 


4. Adopting a Growth Mindset.
→ See challenges as opportunities. 
Your mindset determines your trajectory. 


5. Prioritising Your Mental Health.
→ A sound mind is your greatest asset. 
Protect it. 


6. Practising Gratitude.
→ What you appreciate, appreciate. 
A grateful heart is a magnet for miracles. 


7. Focusing on Solutions, Not Problems.
→ Leaders find the way. 
Be the beacon. 


8. Embracing Continuous Learning.
→ The world changes rapidly. 
Keep pace by learning. 


9. Exercising Daily.
→ A strong leader needs a strong vessel. 
Forge it. 


10. Becoming Mindful.
→ In the noise of progress, find your silence. 
It speaks volumes. 


11. Building Emotional Intelligence.
→ Connect, understand, lead better. 


12. Setting Boundaries.
→ Know your limits.
They define your scope of success. 


13. Cultivating Resilience.
→ The path to greatness is through adversity. 
Embrace it, emerge stronger. 


Each habit is a stepping stone towards a better you. 
A leader not just in title, but in action and spirit. 

Agree?
Anything else you would add?
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Original Content Creator: Véronique Barrot (give her a follow)

10 Accounts Receivable Reports

Original Content Creator: Abdul Khaliq (give him a follow)
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10 Accounts Receivable Reports

Accurate billing and timely collections are crucial for managing cash flow.

And cash flow is crucial for any business, especially SMEs.

How do you ensure that you manage your cash flow efficiently?

By managing your accounts receivable and preparing and reviewing AR reports in a timely manner.

Here are the 10 reports you can prepare and review to ensure your AR is on track:

1- Aging Report
2- Customer Statements
3- Credit Memo Report
4- Cash Receipts Report
5- Total Outstanding Report
6- Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)
7- Write-Off Report
8- Cash Flow Forecast
9- Credit Limit History
10- Credit Assessment Report

What other reports can you add?
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Original Content Creator: Abdul Khaliq (give him a follow)

Accounts Payable Vs. Accounts Receivable

Original Content Creator: Josh Aharonoff, CPA (Give him a follow)

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Learn about Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
The Yin and Yang of your working capital ☯️

Josh seen many companies have entire departments dedicated to each of these 2 functions.

and there’s a lot to be said about each.

Let’s start with the basis

➡️ What do they mean?

Accounts Payable (AP) → Money you owe to suppliers for goods or services purchased

Accounts Receivable (AR) → Money customers owe you for sales generated but not yet paid

➡️ Where do they show up on your financial statements?

They are both part of your working capital, and appear on your balance sheet

Accounts Payable → Current Liabilities

Accounts Receivable → Current Assets

The movements in these accounts get shown on your statement of cash flows in your Cash from Operating Activities

➡️ What are the journal entries?

Accounts payable → Goes up with a credit, and down with a debit

Accounts receivable → Goes up with a debit, down with a credit

➡️ Why are they important?

These 2 accounts can cause wild swings in your cash flows

Accounts Payable → the more favorable your credit terms with suppliers, the stronger your cash position

Accounts Receivable → the quicker you collect your cash, the less bad debt, and the more favorable your cash position

➡️ What are some formulas around these?

1️⃣ Accounts Payable Formulas:

Accounts Payable Turnover → this measures how many times a company pays off its accounts payable balance in a specific period

Formula = Purchases on credit / avg accounts Payable

Days Payable Outstanding (DPO) → Represents the average number of days it takes a company to pay its suppliers

Formula = Accounts Payable / Purchases on Credit * number of days

*note that for manufacturing companies, the denominator is often times replaced with COGS.

2️⃣ Accounts Receivable Formulas:

Accounts Receivable Turnover → this measures how many times a company can convert its accounts receivable balance into cash in a given period

Formula = Net Credit Sales / Avg AR balance

Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) → this measures how long it takes on average to collect again your receivables

Formula = Accounts Receivable / Net Credit Sales * Number of Days

Bad Debt Expense ratio → This shows you how much you can expect to have in bad debt for each dollar in AR

Formula = Bad debt expense / Total Credit Sales

That’s my take on these 2 popular functions!

What else would you add?
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Original Content Creator: Josh Aharonoff, CPA (Give him a follow)

16 Ways To Improve Your EQ

Original Content Creator: Jessica Luna (give her a follow)
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78% of leaders don't have high emotional intelligence, here's how to fix it:

We want our EQ cake but we don’t want to
buy the ingredients or make it. 

We have been taught by society, parents, school,
peers, etc. that showing emotions is a weakness.
↳ And a distraction to executing. 

So we shy away from having the real, honest 
conversations about emotions at work. 

We rank developing skills like problem-solving
as more important than strengthening our EQ.

The truth?

You can’t have high EQ leaders & employees
without talking about emotions at work. 

And you can’t have high EQ leaders & employees
without providing resources & space to improve EQ.

EQ is comprised of 4 major parts:

1️⃣ Self-awareness - Accurately recognizing & understanding your own emotions, thoughts, perceptions, strengths, limitations, & identity.

2️⃣ Self-management - Using your self-awareness to positively manage your actions and behaviors.

3️⃣ Social awareness - Accurately recognizing & understanding the emotions, thoughts, perceptions, strengths, limitations, & identities of others.

4️⃣ Relationship management - Using your self-awareness, self-management, & social awareness to build & maintain healthy connections.

Use this cheat sheet to learn 16 tips to 
improve every part of your EQ today. 

Share with your team so they can do the same.

Jessica leave you with this - 

“I’m not interested in preserving the status
 quo; I want to overthrow it.” 👊🏼
– Niccolo Machiavelli 


*Stat from Korn Ferry in the survey of 155,000 leaders
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Original Content Creator: Jessica Luna (give her a follow)

SWOT Analysis

Original Content Creator: Ben Meer (Give him a follow)
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Strategic thinking is a superpower.
 
How to build a world-class strategy:
 
SWOT Analysis is used by Fortune 500 companies & high performers.
 
So grab a pen and notebook.
 
Use this one-pager to reflect on your:
 
• Strengths
• Weaknesses
• Opportunities
• Threats
 
Across your:
 
• Company
• Career
• Life
 
Peter Drucker once said,
"Management is doing things right;
leadership is doing the right things."
 
SWOT will bring you one step closer to doing the right things.
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Original Content Creator: Ben Meer (Give him a follow)

Leadership Strategies For Stress Reduction

Original Content Creator: Alan (AJ) Silber (give him a follow)
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63% of U.S. workers report they're ready to quit their jobs to avoid work-related stress. 

👇 

Ouch. 

That statistic hits hard. 

You know what else does?

---> Overflowing Inboxes
---> Tight Deadlines
---> Multitasking Overload
---> Unresolved Conflicts
---> Work-Life Imbalance

Each stress trigger chips away at our productivity and well-being.

But there's hope.

By applying specific frameworks, we can tackle these issues head-on:

---> Inbox Zero for Overflowing Inboxes
---> Parkinson's Law for Understanding Constraint 
---> Single-tasking for Multitasking Overload
---> The Thomas-Kilmann Model for Unresolved Conflicts
---> The Four Burners Theory for Work-Life Imbalance

Implementing these methods can transform how we work and live.

They not only help us manage stress.

➟ They boost our productivity.
➟ They enhance our well-being.
➟ They make us more resilient.

Transform stress into a stepping stone for success.
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Original Content Creator: Alan (AJ) Silber (give him a follow)

The Business Strategy Essentials

Original Content Creator: Kevin Box🚀 (give him a follow)
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This will launch your career into the stratosphere. 
 
 
Understanding key frameworks can have a huge impact a leader's career growth. 
 
A study by the Harvard Business Review showed that leaders who demonstrate a strategic acumen are 45% more likely to be promoted to senior roles during their career.
 
Adding these business essentials to your leadership arsenal will help you create a legacy as a growth-oriented leader.
 
In this Fuel Your Growth Cheat Sheet, we explore 5 Essential Business Models to help you become a “Next-Level” leader.
 
The 5 Business Essentials include:
 
1/ Six Sigma
2/ Stakeholder Analysis
3/ Gap Analysis
4/ Scenario Planning
5/ Competencies Model
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Original Content Creator: Kevin Box🚀 (give him a follow)

6 Leadership Lessons From J.F. Kennedy’s Iconic Speech

Original Content Creator: Russ Hill (give him a follow)
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An important lesson everyone needs to hear: 
 
If you want to stand out as a leader, you need to have a clear vision of the future. 
 
 6 vision-building lessons from J.F. Kennedy’s iconic speech: 
 
1. Vision for Leadership 
 
Kennedy's emphasis on the importance of being a leader in the space race highlights the crucial role of forward-thinking vision in leadership. 
 
As a leader, it's essential to set a clear, compelling vision that inspires and motivates your team to strive for greatness. 
 
This vision should be grounded in your organization's values, purpose, and long-term goals. 
 
2. Ambitious Goals 
 
"We choose to go to the moon" is a powerful example of setting ambitious, specific, and measurable goals. 
 
Leaders must be bold in their aspirations, setting targets that stretch their team's capabilities and push them to achieve extraordinary results. 
 
Break down goals into smaller milestones to maintain momentum and motivation. 
 
3. Embracing Challenges 
 
Kennedy openly acknowledges the immense challenges involved in space travel, demonstrating that effective leaders don't shy away from obstacles. 
 
Instead, they view challenges as opportunities for growth, innovation, and problem-solving. 
 
4. Technological Innovation 
 
The mention of "new metal alloys, some of which have not yet been invented" emphasizes the leader's role in driving technological advancement. 
 
Leaders must create an environment that nurtures creativity, experimentation, and continuous learning and thinking outside the box. 
 
5. Precision and Excellence 
 
Kennedy's comparison of the rocket's assembly to "a precision better than the finest watch" highlights the importance of attention to detail and pursuit of excellence. 
 
As a leader, set high standards for quality and performance, and inspire your team to take pride in their work. 
 
Implement processes and systems that ensure consistency, accuracy, and efficiency. 
 
6. Safe and Successful Execution 
 
The description of safely returning the rocket to Earth "at speeds of over 25,000 miles per hour" underscores the leader's responsibility for both the initiation and successful completion of a mission. 
 
Leaders must not only set ambitious goals but also ensure that their team has the resources, support, and guidance needed to execute them safely and effectively. 
 
By applying these six leadership lessons from J.F. Kennedy's moon speech, you can inspire your team to reach for the stars and achieve remarkable results. 
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Original Content Creator: Russ Hill (give him a follow)

The Very Real Impact Of The Lack Of Transparency

Original Content Creator: Jakob Bovin (give him a follow)
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"We need to tell everyone exactly what is going on" I said to the executive committee….
 
 
 
…we were breaking from the norm - it wasn't comfortable for the leadership - but we did exactly that and it made a world of difference.
 
We were going to have to make a radical change of direction impacting a lot of people. It was crucial to say things how they were.
 
As a result of the transparent communication and approach - the whole organisation became fully engaged in the change and did their utmost to contribute to the success.
 
 
If leadership is not transparent, the consequences are far reaching on the organisation and often under-estimated.
 
People will make up its own reality and the impact on effectiveness and performance is undeniably negative as illustrated by the seven points in the graphic.
 
 
I'm a profound believer that transparency is crucial to effective leadership and performance.
 
Transparency in an organization does more than just clear up operational fog; it empowers individuals, builds trust, and lays the groundwork for a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
 
When leaders are open about the challenges and opportunities the organisation faces, they not only invite their team into the problem-solving process but also foster a sense of ownership and accountability across all levels. This ultimately enhances innovation, efficiency, and resilience.
 
 
What's your take - does transparency matter?
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Original Content Creator: Jakob Bovin (give him a follow)

Build Your Brand

Original Content Creator: Howie Chan (Give him a follow)
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Apple's brand value in 2023: $880 billion.

That's a staggering number.

What is brand value?

It is the monetary worth of your brand if you were to sell it.

Brand takes time to build, it doesn't happen overnight.

Apple was founded almost 50 years ago.

And they've stood for 'different' for most of that time.

According to Kantar, Apple stands head and shoulders above all other brands in being ‘Different’

The best time to work on your brand was probably years ago.

The second best time?

Today.

Steal my cheat sheet to get going 👇🏽

1/ Business analysis
2/ Foundation
3/ Positioning
4/ Structure
5/ Personality
6/ Creative & comms
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Original Content Creator: Howie Chan (Give him a follow)

How To Confront The 8 Types Of Burnout

Original Content Creator: Matty Piazzi (give him a follow)
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How can you deal with burnout?

Today Jeremy asks:

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“How do I start feeling motivated and ready to work again after experiencing burnout?”

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Welcome to Episode 12 of AskMatty!

Here’s my answer, Jeremy:


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Motivation is often the product of a special alignment.

The alignment between our values and our daily actions.

Right?

Burnout often comes from a mismatch between:

→  What we believe is important (our values)

→  What we do daily (our daily actions).

So, here’s what you can try.

Just 5 steps.




1.  First off, grab your journal.

Make a list of the things that really matter to you.

Meaning your values.

For example:

→  Transparency

→  Kindness

→  Honesty

→  Respect




2.  Now, organize your list from top to bottom. 

Start with the most important and end with the “least” important.

For example:

1° Respect

2° Kindness

3° Honesty

4° Transparency




3. Alright! Now it’s time to dive into each value one by one.

For each value, ask yourself:

→  WHY is it important?

→  HOW does it contribute to my overall wellbeing?

Your goal here is to understand your values deeply.




4.  Okay! Now let’s be honest with ourselves.

For each value, ask yourself:

→  On a scale of 1 to 10, how aligned are my daily actions with this value?

Your goal here is to identify a potential “mismatch.”

For example, imagine that “respect” is your core value — like me.

And imagine your daily actions aren’t bringing respect to yourself.

Well, that’s a mismatch.




5.  Okay, now we’ve identified the gap. 
 
Guess what we’re gonna do now?

“Uhm… make adjustments, Matty?”

Bingo!

We need to build the bridge between:

→  Our values

→  And our daily actions

The bridge could be:

→  Putting self-care first

→  Changing our routines

→  Setting new boundaries

→  Having open conversations with those around us

We just need to build that bridge.

And of course, we need to be aware of its two sides — our values and our actions.

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All right!

Thanks for your question, Jeremy.

Question of the day: 

→  What’s your number one value?
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Original Content Creator: Matty Piazzi (give him a follow)

Your Growth Is Activated By The Words You Choose

Original Content Creator: Vaughan Broderick 🦆🌳 (give him a follow)
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Growth is activated by words and actions.

3 myths about growth mindset...

Carol Dweck explains (HBR) what people often get wrong about a growth mindset:

1) You've always had a growth mindset.

Reality - People have a mix of both fixed and growth mindset that is always evolving.

2) Focus on the effort.

Reality - Outcomes matter. Focus on the effort, learning and progress.

3) Thinking makes it happen.

Reality - You need to take action to support your thoughts, like changing the language and the support systems to encourage risk-taking.

So remember, you need both thinking and action to achieve growth.

What would you add?

Inspired by Justin Wright
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Original Content Creator: Vaughan Broderick 🦆🌳 (give him a follow)

How To Speak Like The World's Best CEOs

Original Content Creator: Nausheen I. Chen (give her a follow)
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The world's best CEOs are master communicators.

Here are 8 lessons in influence from Fortune 50 CEOs:

- Start by building trust.
- Share your vision.
- Simplify ideas.
- Connect.

Sometimes these are easier said than done.

So I've compiled a list of 8 lessons to help you out:

1) Embrace diverse opinions:
↳ Indra Nooyi welcomes disagreement in discussions.

2) Keep it simple:
↳ Marc Randolph explains complex ideas with simplicity.

3) Tell a story:
↳ Steve Jobs captivated with engaging intro stories.

4) Show resilience:
↳ Jack Ma inspires with stories of overcoming obstacles.

5) Focus on the customer:
↳ Jeff Bezos prioritizes audience needs in his messaging.

6) Share your vision
↳ Satya Nadella shows how his ideas are future-changing.

7) Bring your passion
↳ Tony Fernandes shares his genuine enthusiasm vividly.

8) Disarm with your charm:
↳ Richard Branson engages with humor and warmth.

You don't have to master them all.

Pick three and go all in.

Future you will thank you.

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Alex often asked to design for high availability, high scalability, and high throughput. What do they mean exactly?

The diagram below is a system design cheat sheet with common solutions.

1. High Availability
This means we need to ensure a high agreed level of uptime. We often describe the design target as “3 nines” or “4 nines”. “4 nines”, 99.99% uptime, means the service can only be down 8.64 seconds per day.

To achieve high availability, we need to design redundancy in the system. There are several ways to do this:

- Hot-hot: two instances receive the same input and send the output to the downstream service. In case one side is down, the other side can immediately take over. Since both sides send output to the downstream, the downstream system needs to dedupe.

- Hot-warm: two instances receive the same input and only the hot side sends the output to the downstream service. In case the hot side is down, the warm side takes over and starts to send output to the downstream service.

- Single-leader cluster: one leader instance receives data from the upstream system and replicates to other replicas.

- Leaderless cluster: there is no leader in this type of cluster. Any write will get replicated to other instances. As long as the number of write instances plus the number of read instances are larger than the total number of instances, we should get valid data.

2. High Throughput
This means the service needs to handle a high number of requests given a period of time. Commonly used metrics are QPS (query per second) or TPS (transaction per second).

To achieve high throughput, we often add caches to the architecture so that the request can return without hitting slower I/O devices like databases or disks. We can also increase the number of threads for computation-intensive tasks. However, adding too many threads can deteriorate the performance. We then need to identify the bottlenecks in the system and increase its throughput. Using asynchronous processing can often effectively isolate heavy-lifting components.

3. High Scalability
This means a system can quickly and easily extend to accommodate more volume (horizontal scalability) or more functionalities (vertical scalability). Normally we watch the response time to decide if we need to scale the system.

Over to you: Do you have other things to share in your design toolbox?
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