Weekly Snapshot: Wave of Good & Bad Days

I remember back in college, I realized a truth about life. As I am into mathematics (objectively and romantically), I try to explain the world around me from a mathematics perspective. It just makes things easier.

So, I realized that life functioned like a sine wave.

If you do not know what a sine wave is, let me explain: imagine a sinewave like the waves you see when you throw a pebble into a pond. The waves go up and down, up and down, in a smooth and regular pattern. Like the waves, a sinewave moves in a smooth, curvy line that goes up, then down, then up again, and keeps repeating this pattern.

Life has its ups and downs, much like the peaks and troughs of a wave. Enjoy the good times, but understand they won't last indefinitely. Every high point eventually gives way to a descent, leading to challenging periods. However, these lows are not permanent. Just as every wave must dip, it also rises again. The existence of challenging times doesn't signify a forever loss of joy but rather a momentary hardship. Life is cyclical, and with every downturn, an upturn is on the horizon.

Life loves a pattern - despite how intricate a pattern is, there is always one. The night is not eternal - it is just a temporary movement away from the sunlight - yet, the sunlight always emerges.

Having tough days is part of life, and they're valuable. They give us a chance to learn and grow. So, if you're facing a rough time, remember it's only temporary. Even if it feels dark now, there's always light waiting for you. Just keep going, and you'll make it through.

💪 Wins of the week

1. Had quite a focused week. I was able to gain some momentum at work!
2. I stayed positive throughout the week - it really impacted my ability to stay focused on important things.
3. AI project (details coming soon) is up and running!! It will be exciting to see the results.

🧐 Challenges & Learnings

1. I find myself stuck in an annoying situation - I know the bottlenecks but I can’t figure out what the next steps. I don’t know if I’m stuck in analysis-paralysis but it’s definitely causing internal anxiety.

🎯 Goals for Next Week

1. Complete the initial pitch deck for energy storage manufacturing (Almost there…)
2. Complete customer level brochure and find a solution for reservations!
3. Accelerate the pace at work to release 2.0 on time!
4. Stay focused and grateful.

📖 My Readings

I didn’t read much - still over 200 pages remaining. My goal is to finish the book this week and start the next one - Paradox of Choice.

🎬 My YouTube Video

In this week’s video, I delve into the essential metrics every SaaS startup should track for success. From growth strategies and retention to sales efficiency, margins, capital efficiency, and user engagement, this video is your comprehensive guide. Whether you're preparing for your next funding round or aiming to refine your operations, learn about key metrics like MRR, ARR, customer acquisition costs, lifetime value, burn multiple, and engagement metrics.

✍️ Quote of the Week

“Your margin is my opportunity.” - Jeff Bezos