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45 things I’ve learned in 45 years

45 Lessons in 45 years.

I have an ongoing post that I update and post about twice a year.

Two weeks ago I made a few updates and reposted it on my 45th birthday, and it was my highest engagement content in a while.

So because I’m getting more proud of the list each time I update it, and because I know it’s getting better and better each time…and because I’m going “up north” to help a friend pull his doc out this weekend, I’m sharing it here for you fine people.

Before I post it though - my ask is: after reading it, what’s one thing you think I should add from your life experience?

I’d love to hear - I’ve got some badass people on my list and there’s much I can learn from you.

So - if you make it to the end and something comes to mind, please reply and let me know.

45 Things I’ve Learned in 45 Years:

1. Invest in yourself more—having a successful business doesn’t mean you’re a great entrepreneur. Learning should still be your main focus.

2. Don’t ever stop reading books—stick to at least 10 pages a day, every day.

3. Start meditating now

4. Workout every day—make it a daily thing, and if you need rest make it a very light day. Life will force you to skip days too.

5. Start going on more walks.

6. Diversify your family’s income—always have something stable when you’re building companies.

7. Find a house where your kids can walk to school—it will be the best housing decision you’ll ever make.

8. You’re always going to work hard, start working now on how to turn off your work brain and focus on other things.

9. Prioritize your health first, then everything else.

10. Sleep is the foundation of everything—measure that and adjust your activities to optimize sleep.

11. Join peer groups. They will help you greatly.

12. Start jiu-jitsu now. I know you’re scared to start, just do it.

13. Start doing personal planning now. Take 1 day a quarter just for planning.

14. Delegate more—but don’t rush to delegate talent development and hiring. You always have to do that.

15. Don’t raise capital unless the business’s growth is screaming for it.

16. Start leveraging experts more.

17. Buy that home you’re thinking about buying—it will be good for your kids to have a yard.

18. Eat enough protein every day.

19. You lucked into a schedule that allows you to spend more time with your kids than most. Protect that schedule at all cost.

20. Stop drinking. Stop for a full year right now, then add it back and only in extreme moderation.

21. Find ways to have more fun. You’re not going to enjoy life very much unless you find ways to play like a child.

22. This is all supposed to be hard. The only way to find true joy is if you’re putting yourself through consistently hard work.

23. Call your parents more. They want to talk to you but also know you’re busy so they don’t bother you.

24. Hire a coach who’s done what you’re trying to do.

25. The only thing your kids will ever really want from you is your undivided attention. Figure out how to give it to them once a day.

26. Research time-blocking and deep work—your work-style is going to make you preoccupied while you’re with your kids and cause burnout.

27. Learn how to say NO to more things.

28. You’re only an introvert with people you don’t vibe with—look for people who make you feel like an extrovert and hang out with them.

29. Start writing online now—write about what you know and what you’re learning in your business. Don’t ever stop.

30. Always focus on the customer. Everything will fall into place if you stay focused on that.

31. Remove refined sugar from your diet—seek to completely eliminate it, and only occasionally indulge.

32. Keep searching for friends who are working on the same things you are. Don’t let that part slide, it’s important.

33. You won’t see your brothers as much as you want—take every chance you can get to see them and their kids.

34. Memento Mori—remember you’re going to die.

35. Always have a book on you and read for a few minutes every day.

36. The less you care what others think about you, the more fun you’ll have.

37. When raising your kids, it goes in this order - your personal health, your relationship with your parents, then your kids.

38. You can save some money every month AND invest in building your companies. You don’t have to do one or the other.

39. Spirituality is important - find something to believe in and lean in.

40. Your time with your parents is way shorter than you think - take advantage of every visit.

41. Everyone says this - but they really do grow up so fast. Cherish every minute of it.

42. The more you can find and be your true self, the more fun you’ll have AND the more success you’ll find.

43. Dancing is good for the soul - find opportunities to do it regularly, and ALWAYS dance at weddings.

44. Everything good in life takes work - business, relationships, health, fun, accept this.

45. Prioritizing your health is always the best use of your time.

Talk to you next week,

Mike

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