Hey everyone, welcome back for another deep dive.
Yeah.
Today, we're going to be looking at the daily routine
of a multi-million dollar entrepreneur.
Oh, OK.
We've got this YouTube video from Noah Kagan,
the CEO of Epsumo.
Right.
And you might know him as employee number 30 at Facebook.
Oh, wow.
Yeah.
The one who is famously fired by Mark Zuckerberg.
Yeah, it's quite a story.
And now he's leading this successful company.
Yeah.
We're getting this behind the scenes look
at what his day to day actually looks like.
Is it all glamorous like we think it is?
Exactly.
And he plays with that image in the video.
Yeah.
He starts off by presenting this almost satirical version
of his ideal day.
You know?
Right.
Waking up at the crack of dawn.
Right.
Meditating with Himalayan Yachty.
You know what I'm saying?
Old nine yards.
Like a parody almost of what we think a high-powered CEO's
life must be.
Yeah.
But then he pulls back the curtain.
Yeah.
Shows us what his day is actually like.
That's surprisingly relatable.
I was going to say he wakes up around 8 AM, sometimes even
10 AM.
Not exactly like the workaholic CEO burning the midnight
oil.
Yeah.
But what's interesting is how he structures his day.
Yeah.
Even with that later start.
Yeah.
He prioritizes his well-being before he dives into work.
You know?
Making the bed.
Yeah.
Checking his sleep tracker, fitting in some reading
and journaling.
He even squeezes in a couple push-ups.
Oh, yeah.
So it seems like he's really setting himself up for success.
Yeah.
Both mentally and physically.
Absolutely.
Right from the moment he wakes up.
And that ties into this idea of psychological safety, right?
It's about creating an environment
where people feel comfortable speaking up, sharing
their ideas without fear of judgment.
So like he's creating that for himself.
Exactly.
Good morning.
Yeah.
Giving himself that space and time to focus on his well-being
before all the demands of the workday.
Right.
It's fascinating how much emphasis
he puts on those positive habits.
Yeah.
First thing in the morning.
And we see this again when he dives into his routine.
Oh, yeah.
He's very detailed.
Yeah.
We're talking golden ratio coffee electrolytes.
Wow.
Meticulously looking at his sleep data.
It seems like he's a big believer in data-driven self-improvement.
Yeah.
Optimizing every aspect of his well-being.
Yeah.
It speaks to a certain level of intentionality.
Yeah.
And maybe even a biohacking approach.
OK.
Which is becoming pretty popular among entrepreneurs
these days.
So it's not just the activities.
It's the mindset behind them as well.
Yeah.
Speaking of routines, do you have any morning must-dos?
Oh, yeah.
They get you ready for the day.
Definitely.
I think for me, it's about having a small ritual that
signals the start of the workday.
OK.
Something as simple as making a cup of tea,
reviewing my to-do list.
Yeah.
You know?
Yeah.
Just helps me center myself.
Right.
It's that mental shift.
Yeah.
OK, cool.
Transitioning out of personal time into work mode.
So let's look at how Kagan actually tackles his workday now.
OK.
He's constantly in meetings.
It seems like it.
Yeah.
Dealing with budget issues, working on time management
within the company.
Yeah.
And I think this highlights a really important point
about leadership, right?
Yeah.
It's not always glamorous.
Right.
There are challenges and setbacks.
Yeah.
A lot of problem-solving involved.
Right.
But he seems to embrace those challenges.
He does.
He even mentions in the video that he
loves when people challenge his ideas.
Exactly.
And I think that speaks to his leadership style, which
is a key takeaway here.
Yeah.
He actively seeks out diverse opinions from his team,
even if they disagree with him.
He actually sees it as a sign of a healthy organization, which
I think is pretty insightful.
It is.
He's fostering this psychologically safe
environment.
Right.
Meaning that people feel comfortable voicing
their opinions without the fear of being shut down
or ridiculed or anything like that.
Right.
That kind of openness is essential for good decision
making.
Because you're getting all those different perspectives.
Exactly.
It's about tapping into that collective intelligence.
Yeah.
Of the team, which leads to better solutions,
more innovative solutions, and a stronger company culture
overall.
And that's something we can all apply.
Totally.
Even if we're not running a multimillion dollar company,
just thinking about how we can be more open to different view
points in our own lives and work.
Absolutely.
Now it's not all work and no play for Kagan, though.
True.
He makes time for some pretty unique hobbies.
Yeah.
Flying and cycling.
Yeah.
He even got his pilot's license after overcoming
a fear of flying.
Wow.
Talking about pushing yourself outside your comfort zone.
Yeah.
He also mentioned using a platform called Warm Showers,
which is like Airbnb, but for cyclists on long tours.
That's cool.
It's a great example of how he integrates his passions
into his life, which I think is important for all of us.
Making sure we have those outlets,
those things that bring us joy and challenge us
outside of work.
Totally.
So how do you find that balance between work
and personal life?
Do you have any go-to hobbies?
Oh, yeah.
For me, it's about finding activities that
help me disconnect from the digital world.
OK.
Recharge a bit.
So things like hiking.
Yeah.
Gardening or even just spending time with friends and family.
Sure.
Anything that allows me to step away from the screen
and be present.
You mentioned disconnecting.
And Kagan talks about how flying forces him
to be present and focused.
Yes.
And I think that's a benefit of pursuing hobbies.
Yeah.
Especially ones that are a little challenging.
Right.
They force us to be in the moment and engage
different parts of our brains.
Right.
Which can be so restorative.
So after a long day of meetings, flying and cycling,
how does Kagan wind down for the night?
His evening routine is all about creating a sense of calm
and preparing for the next day.
OK.
So he makes some decaf tea.
OK.
Takes a bath.
Reads a bit.
He even lays out his clothes and preps breakfast
the night before.
Oh, wow.
Which I thought was a good tip.
Absolutely.
For streamlining your morning.
It's all about setting yourself up for success.
Minimizing decision fatigue and creating a sense of order.
Right.
I think his evening routine really mirrors his morning
routine in terms of prioritizing well-being,
establishing a consistent rhythm.
It's like bookending your day.
Exactly.
With those self-care rituals.
And it reinforces that idea that productivity and well-being
aren't mutually exclusive.
Right.
They can enhance each other.
So we've seen how Kagan structures his day,
prioritizing well-being, seeking out diverse opinions,
making time for his passions.
Yeah.
Seems like you've found a way to design a life that
works for him.
Exactly.
And that's a really important takeaway for all of us.
Yeah.
It's not about copying Kagan's exact routine.
Right.
It's about understanding those principles behind it.
Right.
Figure out what works for you.
Exactly.
Create a routine that supports your goals.
And being intentional about how you spend your time and energy,
Kagan's Day, is a reminder that we have more control
over our lives than we realize.
Right.
We can choose how we structure our day.
Yeah.
What we prioritize, how we spend our free time.
It's empowering.
It is.
Yeah.
It really is.
OK.
So as we're wrapping up this deep dive
into the day of a multi-million dollar entrepreneur,
what stood out to you the most from Kagan's Day?
You know, I think what struck me was the intentionality
behind everything he does.
Like, it's not just about going through the motions.
Right.
It's about making these conscious choices that
support his well-being and his goals.
That mindfulness.
Yeah.
That we were talking about.
Exactly.
Applying it not just to the activities,
but to the overall structure of your day.
It's about taking ownership of your day.
Absolutely.
And that brings us to our final thought-provoking question
for all of you listening.
OK.
Inspired by Kagan's story.
OK.
If you could choose one activity outside of work
to dedicate yourself to, something that challenges
and excites you, what would it be?
Could be something you've always wanted to try.
Or maybe rekindling an old passion.
The key is to identify that thing that
sparks your curiosity and gets you excited to learn and grow.
And then how can you start incorporating it into your life?
Yeah.
Even in small ways.
Right.
Maybe it's dedicating 30 minutes a week.
Yeah.
Or joining a local group or class.
Remember, even small steps lead to big transformations.
Oh, holy.
I mean, look at Kagan.
He went from being terrified of flying
to getting his pilot's license.
It's proof that we're all capable of so much more
than we think.
Yeah.
So what is that one thing you're going to commit to exploring?
Yeah.
What's your next step?
We'd love to hear your thoughts on that.
Feel free to share them with us on social media.
Yeah.
And that wraps up our deep dive into the day
of a multimillion-dollar entrepreneur.
We've seen how someone like Noah Kagan, who's
achieved incredible success, still faces everyday challenges
and prioritizes self-care.
It's a good reminder that success isn't just
about the bottom line.
Yeah.
It's about creating a life that aligns with your values
and allows you to thrive, both personally and professionally.
So as you go about your day, think
about what resonated with you from Kagan's story.
What small changes could you make to your routine
to boost your productivity?
Yeah.
Prioritize your well-being or reignite a passion.
Remember, even small steps can lead to big transformations.
Absolutely.
Until next time, keep diving deep and keep exploring.