You Can Reflect on This Month as the Time That Transformed Your Life
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Chapter 1: The Importance of Trajectory
Your current results are less significant than the path you're on. This notion is emphasized in James Clear's widely-read book, Atomic Habits. Clear advocates for prioritizing your trajectory over your immediate outcomes, which is a groundbreaking perspective. Considering that humans experience around 6,200 thoughts each day, if you commit to this mindset repeatedly, you’re likely to see significant advancement in your life.
It’s not crucial to achieve your ideal physique right now; what matters is that you engage in healthy behaviors today—hitting the gym, eating nutritious meals, and ensuring a good night’s sleep. Your trajectory is steadfast and leading you to your goals.
This month, I've embraced what I call "Nightmare Mode." What does that entail?
Well, the term originates from video gaming, referring to the highest difficulty level. I’m challenging myself to endure "Creative Hell" this month, aiming for remarkable progress in just a few days.
I’m committed to doing the work today and adjusting my trajectory, so I can look back and recognize this month as one where I truly gave my all. I want to be proud of the dedicated progress I've made.
As of now, we’re about a week into April, and I've already achieved a considerable amount. Here’s what I hope to accomplish by month’s end:
Section 1.1: Clearing the Decks
Clear Everything
This involves achieving Inbox Zero for my emails, finalizing notes on the 25 books I’m currently reviewing, and tidying up my Follow Up list and social media messages. My goal is to have everything organized by the month's conclusion. Let’s do this!
Section 1.2: Expanding My Reading
Read 20 Books
I’ve completed two books thus far, which puts me a bit behind schedule. However, past setbacks have never discouraged me! I’m nearing completion of several more titles, which should help me catch up quickly. Perhaps I’ll squeeze in a short book or two for good measure.
Subsection 1.2.1: Launching a New Course
Launch Reading Mastery MVP
I previously recorded an online course that didn’t meet my standards, even though some people purchased it for over $200. This month, I plan to re-record it and enhance its quality. Instead of overhauling the entire course at once, I’ll focus on a Minimum Viable Product (MVP). Currently, I’m conducting market research to ensure the prototype offers engaging material that delivers real value.
Chapter 2: Keeping My Notes Current
Have 300 Book Notes Updated
On my Patreon, I share insights from over 1,000 books I’ve read in the last eight years. The initial notes weren’t always the best, so I’m revisiting and updating them for better clarity and inspiration. So far, I’ve improved the first 147, and I aim to reach 300 by the end of the month.
Growing My Membership Base
My membership site, Stairway to Wisdom, stands as my answer to subpar book summaries. My content is in-depth and actionable, offering genuine insights. Currently, I have 92 satisfied members and plan to launch a paid advertising campaign to reach my goal of 1,000 members.
Increasing Social Media Presence
I have clear targets for boosting my social media reach. Here’s where I’m at and where I aim to be by month’s end:
- Newsletter: 3,000 Subscribers | 1,273 Currently
- Instagram: 5,000 Followers | 1,510 Currently
- YouTube: 1,000 Subscribers | 216 Currently
- Medium: 2,000 Followers | 843 Currently
- Twitter: 1,000 Followers | 351 Currently
- BitClout: 1,000 Followers | 64 Currently
- LinkedIn: 1,000 Followers | 461 Currently
- Patreon: 50 Patrons | 5 Currently
Total Hours: 234 Hours (Approx.)
It’s quite a list, and if it feels overwhelming, that’s understandable. It’s unrealistic to expect others to care about your goals as much as you do. I’m sharing these ambitions here for accountability and to illustrate what remarkable progress can look like over a month.
This month, today, can be the moment everything shifts for you and your aspirations start to materialize. While I have long-term plans spanning years, the only moment to act is now. The seeds of your future are sown in the present, and the time for action is NOW!
All the best,
Matt Karamazov
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