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Ep 646616. Worst First 13 Minutes, MORE Opportunities, Episode Number & Date Alignment LOL

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Recorded on: Thursday, June 26, 2025, 10:18 PM Episode Summary by AI Secured a project-based position with PT Dom, pending final confirmation, meaning no $500 monthly fee and potential for paid project work inside Notion. Obsessed for 15 minutes figuring out when podcast episode numbers will match calendar dates, eventually realizing February 2027 offers a full month of alignment. Debated getting a Tesla Model S versus paying off debt, weighing lifestyle upgrades versus financial security. Acknowledged that upgrading life can fuel higher standards but recognized buying a car is unnecessary. Preparing for upcoming California trip and staying consistent with daily podcast streak. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "When you start upgrading your life, you feel that sense of urgency to perform to that new standard." "The pool of people who are able to work on what needs to be built inside Notion, and integrate it with what someone else made, is so low. So that puts me in high demand." "I just would like, fuck, I’d like a new car." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "It’s a one-third pentagon mirror, that’s what a Cybertruck is." "Dude, why is it illegal if you’re a billionaire?" "What the fuck I’ve been looking for for the last 10 minutes, February 1st, 2027." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI Today I’m excited but still overthinking everything. Locking in PT Dom feels solid, but I’m cautious about calling it official till I get that final text. My brain went off the rails for 15 minutes figuring out the dumbest calendar-episode math ever, but hey, I had to know. Car-wise, I’m all over the place. The Tesla tempts me, but debt freedom tempts me more. Honestly, I’m proud of the PT Dom move, but I know I didn’t “negotiate” that hard. I just showed up and talked real. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Secured PT Dom project deal, obsessed over podcast date alignment, debated buying a Tesla, calculated financial impact of a new car, listened to Dan Martell, planned upcoming California trip, stressed over car insurance logic, confirmed I still don’t drive anywhere, outlined future podcast plans. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $9,110

Jun 27, 202539 min

Ep 645615. Opportunities, Taking Advantage of Time, Zoom Call

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Recorded on: Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 10:32 PM Episode Summary by AI Today I talk through the potential PT Dom opportunity and the boundaries I’m setting to protect my work. I break down the back-and-forth with their team, how Mina and Dawson vouching helps, and the value of just being in their network even if the pay is small. I reflect on how much time I have in life right now to work, the old fitness identity I’ve let go of, and random thoughts like fighting, confidence, my podcast stats, and funny GNC moments. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI “I have the most amount of time right now in my entire life that I will ever have again.” “You just never know, bro. You just never know.” “It was almost kind of liberating for me to just truthfully not give a fuck.” Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI “Fitness dick in your mouth. Yeah, good one.” “Daily day-to day dates. Okay.” “The longer the month, the colder it is.” My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI Honestly, I feel cautiously optimistic. I’m pumped about being in this circle with Mina, Dawson, Brian and all those guys, but I’m also real protective of the work I’m building. I know I’m trying to play it smart with these hours and repurposing systems. I’m realizing how much time I have right now to grind and I feel this pressure to make the most of it. It’s cool watching myself detach from the old gym-bro ego too. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Talked PT Dom opportunity, protected my systems, reflected on my network, ran podcast stats, went to GNC, let go of fitness ego, thought about learning to fight. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $9,110

Jun 26, 20251h 10m

Ep 644614. Made $4.6k This Month, 10.1k Since December, and 16.1k Since 2020

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Recorded on: Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 10:26 PM Episode Summary by AI Today I tracked my real business revenue after finally sorting all payments from Venmo, Wise, Stripe, and more. Turns out I’ve made $10,155 since December, plus $6,061 from old fitness coaching. I also broke down income sources like PTD, Trey, and Emmy Fit. Spent the day fixing Mina’s Notion system, which turned into a major tedious project but taught me new tricks. I also attempted the Murph workout but quit halfway, realizing my cardio and strength need work. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI “You can say that I made 10 grand in six months or you can say that I made five grand in one month.” “It’s a shitty thing, dude. It’s just evolution.” “Definitely something we’re going to have to conquer.” Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI “Holy moly… What’s the name of the app, bro?” “It’s just mega big asshole is what it is.” “Dude, I think my nose did some shit.” My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI Honestly, I’m proud of the income progress but frustrated by how tedious fixing Mina’s Notion system became. It felt like such a waste of time but I know it made everything better long term. The Murph humbled me bad. I feel kind of embarrassed quitting halfway, but at the same time, I know I’ve been all-in on business and fitness has taken a hit. It’s frustrating but motivating. Just gotta get after it again. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Tracked total business revenue, cleaned up payment history, updated Notion systems for Mina, relearned better workflows, attempted the Murph workout and quit halfway, watched Notion tutorials, brainstormed new system ideas. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $9,110

Jun 25, 202532 min

Ep 643613. Trying to Set Myself Up and Align Opportunities

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Recorded on: Monday, June 23, 2025, 09:22 PM Episode Summary by AI Today I was frustrated because I slept in, which made me feel lazy and behind. I worked on building my lead and sales tracker in Notion and documented the workflow as I go to avoid confusion later. I reflected on how to handle different scenarios like prospects reaching out during follow-up gaps. I also discussed negotiating more work with PT Dom while protecting ownership of my Notion builds. Financially, I mapped out income potential, debt payoff, and emphasized how discipline with my schedule and fitness is necessary now. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "I don't want to have to rebuild this, so I'm trying to think of every possibility, every practical possibility, and then like handle it." "I've put work into making this happen for myself. An opportunity arose. I took advantage of it, and now I'm reaping the benefit." "I dreamed about it. Now I have it. Now I'm not taking advantage of it." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "A little goddamn 20 pound dog is making me question my entire priorities of life." "That wasn't a shit, by the way. That was my foot on the metal chair." "Legacy's ruined, trash, got lucky. Easy road." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI Today I was all over the place mentally. Woke up late, felt like shit for it, but still got some solid work done on this lead tracker system. I’m proud I’m thinking ahead and documenting things, but I’m overthinking a lot about the PT Dom situation. Deep down, I feel like I’m finally building something sustainable, but I still question if I’m playing it too safe. I know discipline and getting back to my early mornings is key right now. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Built lead tracker in Notion, documented workflows, played chess, negotiated PT Dom work terms, calculated income projections, overthought debt versus opportunity, realized I need to fix my sleep schedule, mentally committed to morning gym and running, planned to eat, shower, and prep for a call. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $7,741

Jun 24, 202542 min

Ep 642612. Almost Done (for now)

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Recorded on: Sunday, June 22, 2025, 11:11 PM Episode Summary by AI Today I wrapped up Dawson’s Notion system and now need to get his clients in. Mina’s system is next, but redoing her master log will be a pain since it connects everything like onboarding and check-ins. I also brainstormed the lead and sales tracker, figuring out how to track lead sources, sales process, and automate follow-ups. I ranted about how easy it is to copy Notion systems and how hard it is to protect them, realizing there’s no real solution. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "Lesson learned. Don’t have client data inside this and also don’t start building it if you can’t copy it." "Spoiler alert, you just put everything into one page and then you just copy that one page and then everything else stays linked." "It’s not even trying to be deceitful or trying to be anything. It’s just like, I’m trying to help my boy out." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "Yo. Whoa, what the fuck was that, dude?" "Tomorrow’s gonna be a fucking joke, dude." "What the fuck is general access, dude?" My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI Honestly, I’m drained. My voice is doing some weird shit, I’m frustrated with how annoying this Notion stuff is, and now that I see how easy it is for people to copy what I built, it’s kind of discouraging. But whatever, I’m just gonna keep knocking things out. I know Mina’s project will suck to redo, but it is what it is. Once that’s done, I can finally focus on new systems. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Finished Dawson’s Notion system, brainstormed the sales and lead tracker, stressed about Notion copy protection, realized it’s basically impossible, planned tomorrow’s tasks for Mina’s system. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $7,741

Jun 23, 202515 min

Ep 641611. Almost Over The Hump

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Recorded on: Saturday, June 21, 2025, 12:41 PM Episode Summary by AI I spent today transferring Trey's system into the new layout with full integration, aiming to eliminate future manual data moving. The biggest hurdle has been month-to-month clients missing end dates, which throws off all renewal alerts and LTV tracking. After proposing a workaround, I realized the deeper complexity of importing legacy data versus adding new clients. I reflected on building a software solution, identifying small coaches as my best market. Wrapping Trey's system is top priority before moving to Dawson and Mina. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "The truth is the best way to learn is for me to make something and then realize it could be better and then figure out how to undo it and then build it again." "Ignorance is bliss, you know?" "The more I work with these three clients of mine, the more I'll learn about the specific needs and the different variables and what to watch out for." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "Is voice constantly cracking a sign of T levels getting lower?" "Comment this and I’ll send you the free e-book. There’s over 300 comments. I was like, holy shit." "Maybe she’s born on leap year. You got 365 more." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I’m worn out but also pretty close to a breakthrough. I want this transition work to be done so I can finally just build without redoing everything. It’s frustrating dealing with data structure issues, especially when it's not perfect, but I'm also realizing how much smarter I'm getting from doing it. I’m not mad at anyone. I just want to be efficient. I’m a little overwhelmed but staying the course. I know this will all pay off. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Transferred Trey's client system into the new layout, troubleshot month-to-month end date issues, proposed default durations for automation, double-checked Dawson’s file status, brainstormed onboarding structure for Mina, reviewed filter dependencies, researched causes of voice cracking, cleaned up database logic, reflected on target market for future software, planned lead tracker for Trey's IG post, and committed to finishing today before cousin Mialee’s celebration. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $7,741

Jun 22, 202523 min

Ep 640610. One Big Brainstorm

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Recorded on: Friday, June 20, 2025, 11:00 PM Episode Summary by AI I brainstormed turning my Notion systems into a standalone software for high-level online fitness coaches. The vision is an all-in-one CRM with business operations, client data, lead tracking, sales tools, and fitness program delivery. I debated hiring developers, pricing tiers like ClickFunnels, transferring client data, and competing with platforms like EverFit and Trainerize. I also worked on Trey's data transfer, played mini golf with my brother, reflected on personal growth, and talked finances, debt, and future car decisions. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "Don’t not start because it’s not scalable. That’s preventing you from starting. You’ll figure it out." "If I could offer some sort of transfer… hey, if you come from another platform, we’ll transfer all your client data." "Imagine, three years down the road, everything I said is true. I can come back and listen to this episode 610 and say, that’s where the idea began." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "I just don’t feel like that’s correct. No way. Two people doing this shit?" "I called myself Codex. Anyway, what the fuck was I just saying before I got distracted three seconds ago?" "Comms. Dude, some of this. Like what’s the point of shortening words?" My Thoughts & Feelings for Today – Summarized by AI Today I felt fired up. Not just with a wild business idea, but with the depth of how real this could all become. I caught myself dreaming big, then grounding it with logic, numbers, and self-awareness. There’s this undercurrent of excitement mixed with fear, but also something deeply personal about building my own thing. I got emotional thinking about my brother growing up and missing parts of his life, and it reminded me how fast time moves when I’m heads down grinding. What I Did Today – Summarized by AI Brainstormed custom fitness CRM software idea, explored developer hiring and pricing models, transferred Trey's data in Notion, mini-golfed with my brother, bought and sorted Yu-Gi-Oh! cards, got paid from Trey, adjusted financial logs, evaluated debt payoff plan, skipped texting Lexi back while recording. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$896 Total Income: $8,637

Jun 21, 202554 min

Ep 639609. Hard Work-Day, Phone Call, Paranoia

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Recorded on: Thursday, June 19, 2025, 11:31 PM Episode Summary by AI I woke up uneasy about the PT Domination NDA, reviewed it in plain English through ChatGPT, and confirmed I’m likely in the clear since what I’m building isn’t fitness-related or competitive. Still, it sparked paranoia and reflection on how delicate contracts are. I spent 12 hours fixing a bug in my Notion system tied to lifetime value calculations and renewals. Now, everything automates with one button. I'm tired, fired up, and cautiously optimistic moving forward. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "If I built this out and they were like, oh, sorry, you can't give that to anybody else, that's ours, I would just fucking delete everything. I'd light my MacBook. I would do all that, and I'd say, okay, I'll go to jail." "Just make fucking sure you are crystal clear before you sign shit. And I feel like I've had to relearn this lesson over and over again." "The indirect learning that you have, that you get when you're trying to solve a problem and everything you try in the process… it's what you learn from trying the different things that actually helps and is beneficial long term." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "If you take were to take an MRI of my brain, you would just see some fried rice, dude." "What the fuck happened there? All of that Hill Air Force B money. Did I just say space?" "I just got to match all the columns, make sure that I'm not missing any data and then go from there. But I’ll have to make a copy… because Trey uses client types, which is online or in the gym. I'm probably not going to include that… it would be in the way." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI Today was frustrating, but I worked through it. That NDA had me tripping hard this morning for no clear reason, but I think I’m safe. Still, I hate how gray contracts feel. I’ve been busting ass to make this system as seamless as possible. Even though I put in 12 hours and it didn’t look like much on the outside, I know how important it was. I’m mentally drained, paranoid, but also kind of proud and fired up. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Woke up paranoid about the NDA, reviewed and analyzed the nondisclosure agreement, built and fixed LTV logic in Notion, automated the renewal system, linked multiple databases together, mapped out the whole data flow, created a renewal follow-up tracker, played chess to decompress, and mentally prepped to deploy the new system to clients tomorrow. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $7,741

Jun 20, 202554 min

Ep 638608. Need to Learn More, Proof of Concept, Productive Day, Fulfillment

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Recorded on: Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 10:14 PM Episode Summary by AI Had a Zoom call with Trey to sort out client organization, future projects, and backend systems. He affirmed my work's value, saying he'd pay $5K for the system I’m building. That hit hard. Reflected on feeling fulfilled, working 11 hours straight, and being paid to build something that solves a real problem. Talked about niches, pricing tiers, productivity vs fake productivity, and how grateful I am that barely anyone listens so I can share all this freely. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI “It happens slower than you expect and then faster than you can imagine.” “This doesn’t make me ‘happy.’ It makes me feel fulfilled.” “Everything I did today was 100% in line with what I needed to be doing.” Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI “He's so cheap it's fucking crazy. That's sick.” “Where the fuck is this fly, bro. I gotta beat his ass.” “Show me fidget spinner ads, bro.” My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I’m buzzing from today. That Zoom call was fire and made me feel seen. I’m not exactly happy, but I’m deeply fulfilled. I finally feel like I’m doing work that matters and getting paid to build something that's going to scale. I was fully locked in for 11 hours and didn’t even feel it. This is the grind I’ve always wanted. I’ve got a long way to go, but today felt like I’m on the right track for the first time in a while. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Had a Zoom call with Trey, fixed backend client systems, brainstormed pricing models, built spreadsheets, worked 11 hours, learned new Notion features, scrolled social, played chess, watched part of a podcast, reflected on niche and product vision, planned to study Notion tutorials before bed. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $7,741

Jun 19, 20251h 47m

Ep 637607. Overwhelmed AF Lol, Zoom Call

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Recorded on: Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 10:31 PM Episode Summary by AI I got shouted out during a Zoom call with Brian’s team and now I’m being referred to as the $30/hour spreadsheet guy, which is flattering but also overwhelming. I’m juggling work for Mina, Trey, and Dawson, feeling behind, anxious, and like I’m being pulled in too many directions. I vent about systems, pricing, expectations, burnout, and my need for organization. But I remind myself that this is the breakthrough phase I asked for just nine days ago. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI “It happens slower than you expect, and then faster than you can imagine.” “I asked for food, and I got 12 plates of food... I gotta eat it, dude.” “What kind of life would it be if you always did something that you wanted?” Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI “Slower represented by S. Expect represented by EX. So we got sex.” “Dude, I just made an hour what I made all of last month working for Hill Air Force Base.” “I don't want to be... dude. I don't know. I'm just so over spreadsheets right now, bro.” My Thoughts & Feelings for Today – Summarized by AI I’m fried. This week flipped fast and now I’m trying to catch my breath. I’m honored and humbled that people want my help, but I’m also stretched too thin and worried I’ll drop the ball. I want to do right by everyone. I don’t want to let anyone down. But I also don’t want to become the spreadsheet guy forever. I'm grateful, proud, but overwhelmed. I know this is the proving ground, and I’m trying to stay grounded and execute. What I Did Today – Summarized by AI Got shouted out in a team Zoom call, onboarded new spreadsheet requests, vented about pricing and expectations, worked on client dashboards in Notion, played pickup basketball, did a chest and triceps workout, walked the track, deleted an earlier podcast segment, and had a long Zoom call with Mina reviewing backend systems. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $7,741

Jun 18, 20251h 32m

Ep 636606. Reframing The Workflow, Team Zoom Call

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Recorded on: Monday, June 16, 2025, 10:51 PM Episode Summary by AI I talk through the stress and strategy behind balancing multiple clients like Mina, Dawson, Trey, Riley, and potentially PT Dom while building a universal Notion shift log system. I reframe my workflow, realizing it's smarter to build one master system and customize later. I obsess over making it mistake-proof and scalable. I vent about delays, unresponsive people, the pressure from Brian, and my guilt around time with Lexi. I close by committing to finish Trey's system today. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "You can't screw it up. You can't typo because you click a button." "There’s always going to be a better way to do something." "If I just work on one singular project at a time and give it to each of them as I go, that seems just... I don’t know how to explain. The stress level just floor rockets." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "The stress level for me just floor rockets." "I'm not saying I'm nosy like that, but I'm not saying that I'm not not." "You can see how much hours you work, Sally." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I’m overwhelmed but gaining clarity. I’ve been spinning plates trying to juggle every client individually, but today it clicked that building one adaptable system is the smartest play. I’m stressed but proud of how detailed I’m being. I feel guilty about my time, especially with Lexi, but I’m also trying to be strategic and efficient. I know I’m capable of this workload, but it’s just a lot. I'm ready to lock in and build. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Built a shift log system in Notion, refined it heavily, decided to create one master version instead of multiple copies, figured out how to lock filtered views, messaged Britzy, planned a Loom video pitch, responded to Brian’s request, stressed about schedule, and committed to finishing Trey's project. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$187 Total Income: $7,741

Jun 17, 202541 min

Ep 635605. Sh*t Got Real Fast… Here We Go

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Recorded on: Sunday, June 15th, 2025, 10:51 PM Episode Summary by AI Laying on an air mattress, I reflect on payments finally coming in from Trey, Mina, and eventually Dawson through the Wise app. I talk about the mental fatigue of building backend systems for multiple clients—Trey, Mina, Dawson—and the challenge of balancing custom work with building a scalable, sellable template. I share ideas around pricing, routines, and my vision of selling a $10K backend system. Despite overwhelm, I still see the bigger goal and the momentum building. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI “It’s so possible. It’s so real to be able to sell this for 10 grand, you know? It’s so real.” “If I give this to somebody, it’s absolutely already going to be overwhelming. And so it’s my job to make it seem so simple.” “Started from being scared, fitless in the corner of my room, saying, ‘Hey guys, what’s up?’ and now just not giving a fuck.” Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI “Why are you not getting your car washed? This is crazy.” “What are you doing? Trying to tickle. It’s a professional podcast. I’m on air.” “And the viewership just went down.” My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I’m proud that I’m finally getting paid by multiple people, but I’m also tired. Mentally worn out from trying to figure out how to build something great while also staying caught up on client work. It’s hard because the vision is so clear, but the steps are messy. I’m stuck between wanting to productize and needing to personalize. Still, I can see the path—I just need to keep moving. The routine helps. And honestly, I’m kind of enjoying the chaos. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Got paid by Mina and Trey, submitted invoice to Dawson via Wise, worked 3.5 hours for Trey, built backend systems, brainstormed scalable structure, handled Father’s Day with family, recorded a spontaneous podcast episode from bed. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$450 Total Income: $7,554

Jun 16, 202515 min

Ep 634604. Trying To Be Thorough, Thinking Through Everything, Stoked

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Recorded on: Saturday, June 14, 2025, 11:08 PM Episode Summary by AI I shared the behind-the-scenes process of building a massive, fully customizable Notion-based backend system for online fitness coaches. I vented about common frustrations, like vague definitions and tech limitations, and reflected on breakthroughs like hyperlinking client names and transferring databases cleanly. I debated pricing models, including $5K offers with tiered discounts, and emphasized the need to plan everything—renewals, onboarding, and client imports—with future scalability in mind. This is becoming more than a template—it’s a full system. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI “If you're worried about something, if you can do something about it, then do something about it. If not, then don't worry about it.” “I want them to value it. I want them to use it the way it’s intended to be used. And they’re not going to do that if I say, ‘Hey, it’s $4.’” “Better to have and not need than to need and not have.” Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI “Siri, what’s the definition of prosperous? Prosperous means successful in terms. Or is it prosperity?” “Do you think I know what the fuck prosperous means if I’m asking what prosperity is, bro?” “Lambo. Lambo City. The intro would quickly be realized as 29-year-old me calling me now.” My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I’m fired up but mentally overloaded. I feel like I’ve tapped into something huge with this Notion system, but every solved problem reveals ten more to think through. I’m proud of what I’ve built so far, but I’m also stressed about getting every single piece right before launch. I want it to be perfect, scalable, efficient, beautiful, and personalized. I’m thinking big, pricing boldly, and imagining what that first high-ticket sale will feel like. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Tested Notion database transfers, brainstormed system structure, calculated pricing tiers, debated business model logistics, researched Notion limitations and AI tricks, mapped workflows on a whiteboard, refined onboarding and renewal flows, explored customization options, planned client handoffs, and mentally prepped for high-ticket sales. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $7,104

Jun 15, 202528 min

Ep 633603. Good For Me, Weird Interaction, Mind Mapping, Zoom Call

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Recorded on: Friday, June 13, 2025, 07:55 PM Episode Summary by AI I figured out a way to bundle and transfer my Notion system more efficiently, even though it's still a pain. That made me realize its complexity is actually a good thing—it acts as a built-in lock against theft or over-sharing. I had a Zoom call with Trey where we mapped out renewal logic, brainstormed on a whiteboard, and realized how intricate this system really is. Sold a chair, ran two miles, made $484, and am thinking about buying a car. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "The more feedback that I get from these coaches of what they need in the system, the better my product is going to be because I know it's literally what the fucking market needs." "Any time spent not working on this is time that's being pushed further back on me achieving kind of my goals on everything." "I took advantage of every single one. And here we are." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "Instead of kicking, putting a toothpick under my toenail and kicking a door, a hundred times I' only got to do it twice." "I looked down and saw a little kid. It looked like he was just straight up pissing in the pool." "I don’t know when I started, dude. I’m not going to start a timer now." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I’m oddly hyped. Everything’s coming together even though it's messy as hell. That Zoom call with Trey made me realize I’m literally building something people are already paying for, and I can sell it later. I’m proud of figuring out some of the renewal logic and of pushing through two miserable miles. Selling the chair and getting paid today felt solid. I'm thinking bigger now—about cars, systems, the whole package. Just trying to stay on it and keep moving forward. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Figured out Notion transfer workaround, sold my chair for $100, ran two miles, brainstormed renewal system on whiteboard, had Zoom call with Trey, mapped out CRM logic, reflected on pricing and business model, made $484 total today. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$384 Total Income: $7,104

Jun 14, 20251h 24m

Ep 632602. Big Problem, Getting Organized, Projects Galore

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Recorded on: Thursday, June 12, 2025, 11:08 PM Episode Summary by AI I walked through my chaotic workload juggling projects for Mina, Dawson, and Trey, while also testing Notion’s limits with workspace copying and relation issues. I shared how my new calendar setup and shift routines are helping me stay somewhat organized. I reflected on how much better life feels now versus my old 9-to-5, reconnected with an old mentor, and realized how mentally exhausting but fulfilling this work is. Major roadblock discovered in Notion cross-workspace linking. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "You know, being in the gym and lifting weights, that's cool and all. But being outside in the sun and stuff, that's cool, bro. That's really cool." "I have so assuming ideas, dude, that I want to implement and I want to work on it." "If I can pick and choose who I'm working with, then I'm going to pick and choose who I work with." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "That just shits inside my pants for me." "Siri, what's the definition of anguish? Fuck." "I have a table called shit in Trey's workspace." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I’m feeling completely overloaded but also kind of proud of the progress I’m making. I’m grateful for the people around me, especially Trey, Mina, and Dawson, but I’m hitting the upper limit of what I can realistically manage. Mentally, I’m taxed. I love the systems I’m building, but the tech limitations are pissing me off. I want everything to function right, without breaking shit. I need sleep. I want simplicity. I’m trying to stay ahead of it all. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Worked for Mina, Dawson, and Trey, ran track sprints outside, used Notion Calendar synced with Google Calendar, built Notion systems, tested workspace duplications, reconnected with Mike Manfry, reflected on 9-to-5 burnout, debugged Notion cross-workspace issues. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $6,720

Jun 13, 202531 min

Ep 631601. New Car & Debt Free Goals, Frustrations, Annoyances

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Recorded on: Thursday, June 12, 2025, 12:13 AM (this is for Jun 11th though lol so late) Episode Summary by AI I pitched a Notion-based backend system to a high-level business mastermind and unexpectedly got green-lit by one of the biggest names. That led to internal friction with another leader, which brought up frustrations and doubts. I mapped out how to package and price my systems at $5K to $10K, backed by how little that is relative to million-dollar businesses. I also broke down my debt payoff plan, saving strategy, car upgrade ideas, and what this entire pivot could become. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "Every time I build something, I'm just going to put it into my own page, my own workspace, polish it off, get everything working the way it needs to work, send it." "If I sell something for 10 grand, all I got to do is sell 10 a year, bro, and I'm 100K club." "Even getting to this point in my journey here makes me so thankful that I've documented everything up to this point." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "Don't crash your car, bro." "You eat wiener, bro." "Show me a locomotive. That's so sick to me." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today – Summarized by AI I’m excited, overwhelmed, and kind of frustrated all at once. There’s massive opportunity in front of me, but I’m also hitting walls with people who don't get it. I know I'm onto something powerful with these backend systems, and I'm finally starting to understand the true value I can bring. I’m also thinking long-term—about money, freedom, even a new car—but I know I still have a lot to build, learn, and prove. What I Did Today – Summarized by AI Pitched a backend system to a high-level group, navigated conflict with leadership, planned debt payoff timeline, calculated system pricing strategy, explored car upgrade options, built systems for clients, reviewed team sizes across businesses, analyzed income vs. pricing, and reflected on my entire journey from coaching to Notion to coding. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $6,720

Jun 12, 202548 min

Ep 630600. I Think I’m On To Something... Fired Up, 5 Businesses, New Ideas, Zoom Call

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Recorded on: Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 11:12 PM Episode Summary by AI I reflected on the 8-year anniversary of my first bodybuilding competition and shared a major update: I now officially work for Trey, Dawson, and Mina, potentially Ryley too. I explored how these Zoom calls are essentially sales calls and questioned if I've been selling the wrong thing all along. I dove deep into the idea of building a scalable back-end infrastructure business for high-level fitness coaches, considering packaging everything into a plug-and-play system priced between $3K and $15K. I also explored what value truly means and how I could position this offering for maximum impact. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "You can't see what you can't see. You don't know what you don't know." "You're not buying time. You're buying clarity, scalability, and peace of mind." "I want to be responsible for my life and my actions, be the reason why my life is in the place that it is—not because I got won the lottery." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "On June 8th or 9th, I was darker than a Mexican." "On the third hand, which would be my cock, I guess..." "I'm on a 10,191-day streak of pissing." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI Today I feel fired up, overwhelmed, but also kind of electrified by this shift I might be stepping into. I'm seeing my value in a way I haven’t before. I’ve got three legit clients and I’m realizing I may have stumbled into a whole business that I actually love. It’s not about coaching fitness anymore. It’s about building shit that makes people’s lives easier. I feel like I’m right on the edge of something big, but I’m also wrestling with the unknown. Still, I trust my gut. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Had a Zoom call with Trey, officially joined his team, reflected on my 8-year bodybuilding anniversary, explored the idea of productizing my systems work, reviewed Hormozi’s value frameworks, brainstormed pricing strategies, questioned my future in fitness coaching, and considered building a scalable ops offer for high-level coaches. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $6,720

Jun 11, 20251h 44m

Ep 629599. Hired x3, More Work, Multiple Zoom Calls, New Podcast Setup

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Recorded on: Monday, June 09, 2025, 10:05 PM I had two Zoom calls today instead of five and got hired for a two-hour daily role with Dawson, adding to my existing work with Mina. Riley's setup is unconventional and lacks systems, which I noticed during our call. I reflected on needing structured notes, talked through adjusting my daily schedule, considered podcast software upgrades, and questioned stereotypes about tech people. I also ranted about gym crowds, financial recovery, my minimalist lifestyle, and how my values diverge from typical norms. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "I was going into debt using credit cards and guess what? It’s almost like it doesn’t fucking matter because I made it out." "Maybe I’m just not at that phase of life where I can have that freedom yet to just go to the gym whenever I want." "Everything that’s going on right now is because of my desire to just do shit and kind of do things differently." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "Obsessed with walrus nutting? I don’t know, dude." "Don’t be at the same gym I’m at when you’re doing that." "My coffee pot is hot, hot, hot. What’s up, Dr. Seuss?" My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI Today I felt proud but overwhelmed. I landed another gig which is exciting, but I can tell I need more structure and probably better systems if I’m going to manage all this. I’m grateful for the opportunities Mina opened up for me. I’m also clearly thinking long term—about how I’ll handle growth, money, and staying sane. A little insecure at times, but I’m working through it. I’m not faking anything. Just figuring it out as I go. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Had two Zoom calls, got hired by Dawson, recorded a podcast, edited over a phone number mistake, reviewed Riley’s systems, brainstormed workflow improvements, explored podcast software options, updated my income spreadsheet, vented about tech issues, reflected on gym crowding, and logged ideas for scheduling and self-discipline. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $6,720

Jun 10, 20252h 43m

Ep 628598. 5 Meetings in 1 Day, Finalizing First Project, LFG

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Recorded on: Sunday, June 08, 2025, 10:07 PM Episode Summary by AI I locked in four calls for tomorrow with potential clients or collaborators: Britzy, Akani, Dawson, and Riley. I also got a voice message from Trey who might bring me onto his team, which could increase income. I wrapped up a hike and swim day with Lexi and my little brother, looked at houses, and made progress on client system work for Mina. I proposed a faster solution for updating 180 client profiles into Notion by dividing work across six coaches. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "I actually felt like I was kind of living life today because I just did so many different things, so many good conversations, laughed a lot." "Everything else is just kind of icing on the cake. A lot of stuff I’m working on, it’s going to be fun to implement because it’s just extra sauce." "When shit happens, dude, it comes in waves. This is crazy." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "She just kissed my ass cheek. Waiter, all right?" "Dude, that’s a man right there. And then you’re five years older than them." "What the fuck is this? What’s going on?" My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I’m fired up. It feels like momentum is finally building. I’ve got calls lined up, maybe even another team I’ll join, and I’m seeing how this work could scale. Today was different—it actually felt like living. I laughed, connected, and still got things done. That balance felt good. The work ahead with Notion is going to be brutal, but I like the challenge. This is the first time in a while I’ve felt really in it. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Went on a hike with Lexi, swam with my little brother, looked at houses for October move-in, finalized backend client systems, drafted a Notion proposal, confirmed multiple calls for tomorrow, played Trey’s voice message, and explored how to bulk import spreadsheet data into Notion. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $6,720

Jun 9, 202520 min

Ep 627597. Running PR, 6 Opportunites, Fired Up

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THIS CAPTION IS 100% GENERATED BASED OFF THE TITLE ALONE LOL. The transcription would not load for the exact reason I talked about in this show. Annoying. Enjoy LOL. Recorded on: Saturday, June 07, 2025, 10:29 PM ALL 100% BY AI BASED OF ONLY THE TITLE. Episode Summary by AI In this episode titled “Running PR, 6 Opportunities, Fired Up”, I reflect on hitting a personal record with my running and the energy that came from it. I talk through six specific opportunities that are either already in motion or on the horizon and how each one is stacking momentum. The tone is direct, fired up, and all about capitalizing on the compounding effect of consistency. This was one of those days where everything just clicked. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "Momentum doesn’t always announce itself. Sometimes it just quietly stacks until it explodes." "Every opportunity isn’t created equal but they all count if you treat them like they matter." "Confidence doesn’t come from a result. It comes from proof you’re becoming the type of person who delivers." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "I ran faster than I’ve ever run and still had time to rant." "Six opportunities. Zero chill. One podcast episode." "If I had a whiteboard right now I’d be yelling at it." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI Today I felt electric. Like everything I’ve been grinding toward just clicked into gear. The run lit a fuse, the opportunities stacked up, and I could feel the clarity breaking through all the noise. I’m not guessing anymore. I know what’s next and I’m already moving toward it. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Hit a running PR, mapped out six big opportunities, recorded a fired-up episode breaking it all down. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$480 Total Income: $6,720

Jun 8, 202540 min

Ep 626596. Frustrations With Leadership, Rants & Venting, Spreadsheets

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Recorded on: Friday, June 06, 2025, 10:11 PM Episode Summary by AI I vented hard today about frustrations working under PT Dom, especially with leaderships lack of communication and unclear feedback on spreadsheets I built. Felt boxed into being the “spreadsheet guy” for his clients with no raise or clarity. Explored whether to keep doing this or go all-in on finding other businesses to help, especially like I do for Mina. Broke down my financials, future goals, frustration with leadership, sleep habits, and the desire to feel progress by building and coding real things. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI “I feel like I'm still working for the man, but Mina's way cool, so it's fine.” “If you're a dick, I'm good. Appreciate you. We'll talk later.” “It just all starts with me, and I'm just years away from anything happening. And I think I just have to come to terms with that again.” Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI “It’s just fucking tic-tac-toe, bro.” “The fuck are we doing? You just lay there with your eyes closed and your mouth open and go hhhhh for eight straight hours.” “Two thumb lengths above the mountains if you put your thumb up, you know, as a measurement?” My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I’m fed up. I'm trying to do good work, and all I’m getting back is vague criticism and no real direction. I’m annoyed, not crushed, but annoyed. I want to feel like I’m actually building something of value that matters and not just being used as a backend tool. I need some autonomy and appreciation, not just to be told it’s too complex. I’m not spiraling—I’m evaluating. And deep down, I know I need to recalibrate and pick my path again. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Vent about PT Dom leadership, defend my spreadsheet design, hide extra features to simplify it, post in group chat offering ops help, analyze financial situation, plan escape from PT Dom, consider going back to FedEx, calculate rent with Lexi, commit to waking up earlier, rant about sleep, finalize my next steps. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $6,240

Jun 7, 20251h 2m

Ep 625595. The Numbers Mason… What Do They Mean, Progress, Financials

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Recorded on: Thursday, June 05, 2025, 10:46 PM Episode Summary by AI I overhauled the onboarding and routing system in Notion, refining logic flows between client types, streamlining automations, and separating onboarding into its own space. I finished the Community Manager’s dashboard with milestone trackers and a clean interface and then tackled the much messier Blue Coach dashboard. I ranted about the chaos of linking multiple databases and trying to eliminate user error. Despite mental fatigue, I love building this. Financially, I mapped out debt payoff, savings, rent projections, and feel confident moving forward. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI “Trying to make it so when any client gets added to any spot ever, it automatically links everything else to that right then and there.” “That means I have from 10:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. to do whatever the fuck I want.” “I don’t care about October, January, December, June. I don’t give a fuck, dude. As long as it’s warm, we’re good.” Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI “Bob Smith is not in a fug, guys. Put him in a fucking fug.” “What code languageages are notion for notion formulas are…” “Wrong as fuck. It was Secret Service. It was the Gordon Ramsey Secret Service.” My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I feel completely fried from the sheer amount of mental load building out these systems, but I’m also proud of what I’ve created. It’s been chaotic, a lot of backtracking, but I’m finally seeing structure and progress. I want to wrap this up so I can breathe and shift focus again. I’m also feeling more grounded financially, which gives me peace. It’s nice knowing I’m in control and that everything I’m building might really pay off soon. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Built and redesigned multiple Notion dashboards, finalized community manager workflow, refined onboarding automations, watched Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service, tracked financials, saved $140, paid $300 toward debt, projected October rent needs, and recalculated future financial runway. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $6,240

Jun 6, 202532 min

Ep 624594. Ran 1.5 Miles Without Stopping, Notion Formulas, More Worky Worky

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Recorded on: Thursday, June 04, 2025, 11:59 PM Episode Summary by AI I ran a mile and a half nonstop for the first time in my life, finishing in 16:38 and breaking past my usual mental stop at one mile. I reflected on back pain from my two herniated discs, past misdiagnoses, and my refusal to let limitations define me. I vented about Notion formula struggles, eventually solving a frustrating monthly tracking issue with Claude. The episode ends with gratitude, sunburn jokes, and commitment to building a flawless system for Mina. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "I don't want to be a victim to my circumstances." "They lost weight because they believed." "If something happened to my lower back, I don't want to be like, 'Oh, well, I would have'—I want to overcome that." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "I'm probably the same thing as a sun glare to people who are driving by." "A bee, dude, went on my fucking forehead." "I'm gonna cannonball into the cement, aka see you later life." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today – Summarized by AI I felt proud as hell today. I broke a personal milestone with that run, even if the time wasn’t fast. It meant a lot because I usually doubt my back can handle this. I proved myself wrong. I was annoyed at how frustrating tech can be, especially when I’m trying to get it perfect. But I pushed through it. I’m tired, a little fried from the sun, but I'm proud. I’m building something that works and that’s exciting. What I Did Today – Summarized by AI Ran 1.5 miles nonstop, walked laps at the track, vented outside while podcasting, solved a Notion formula issue, worked on system design for Mina, planned coach dashboards, texted Lexi, planned a food stop, and wrapped up the episode. Got paid by PTDom. Spent the remainder of the day just working on MEFits business structure. So sick. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$693 Total Income: $6,240

Jun 5, 202522 min

Ep 623593. New Intro, Pet Peeves, Soundboard

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Recorded on: Tuesday, June 03, 2025, 10:42 PM Episode Summary by AI I updated the podcast intro to include a voice memo from my future self to boost retention and clarity. I break down why past intros were accidentally deleted and how I fixed it this time. I reflect on wanting support and the balance between confidence and community. I rant about unread texts, unresponsive teammates, and gym staff stating the obvious. I also explore building a custom soundboard as a coding project and share updates on work, Notion dashboards, and receiving my first full paycheck under admin leave. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "Fully confident in my ability to do this myself without support. However, I would love as much support as I can get because that makes it much easier." "This is me being ignorant as shit... but I'd like to do that." "I'm going to obviously keep on recording shows until I get to wherever I'm trying to go." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "I took a shit. I got poop on my finger. Uh-oh." "Is the grass green? Is the sky blue?" "Cool, bro. Cool. I’ll go fuck myself." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I feel a mix of accomplishment and irritation. I'm proud of getting the intro fixed, learning more in Notion, and finally getting paid, but also frustrated with being ignored, not getting responses, and people stating the obvious. I crave support but still believe I can do this solo. I'm energized by the idea of building things like the soundboard and am trying to stay disciplined despite going to bed late. I’m documenting it all in real-time, even when it’s messy. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Woke up late, worked five hours in Notion for Mina, messaged shadow coaches, tried Make automations, briefly hit the gym, saw Lexi, tried fixing a drawer, filled gas, checked and confirmed admin leave paycheck, brainstormed soundboard project, and recorded this podcast. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $5,547

Jun 4, 202525 min

Ep 622592. My Most Discouraging Podcast Statistic and I Never Need to Work a 9-5 Again

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Recorded on: Monday, June 02, 2025, 09:15 PM Episode Summary by AI I realized my average podcast listener only hears 1.45 episodes before leaving, which crushed me (it did not LOL), but reinforced the mission of documenting the journey no matter what. I reflected on being a six-figure earner temporarily until October, updated my financial spreadsheet, broke down debts to pay off, and confirmed that I don't need a job if I stick to current work hours. I also brainstormed how to build an AI-driven mega hub to connect and track every episode reference in my podcast. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "This is going to be one of the coolest stats that I can say. Like, hey, I recorded 621 episodes of a podcast and the average person listened to one and a half episodes then dipped. Ass" "I'm not making this for any other reason than to document the journey and to share where I'm at right now." "As long as I maintain the hours with Brian and Mina… it is 100% official. I do not have to get a job again." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "That’s a lot of unique people that said, ‘ass’." "This is a very professional way of saying, hey, don’t fucking bother me I’m going on vacation. God damn it." "Dude. Hold on, guys. I’m so sorry. I’m not sorry at all. This is my fucking podcast." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I felt discouraged seeing my retention stats but stayed grounded in why I started the podcast in the first place. I’m not chasing vanity metrics. I'm here to document everything, and that hasn’t changed. I had a breakthrough moment realizing I don’t need another job if I stick to the plan. There’s still doubt, still confusion, but also a weird comfort in knowing the math works. I’m just trying to keep going, and honestly, that’s enough right now. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Checked podcast retention stats, realized most listeners don’t return, updated and analyzed my financial spreadsheet, recalculated work hour requirements for Mina and Brian, confirmed I don’t need another job, brainstormed AI podcast organization system, shared thoughts on quitting FedEx and future debt payoff timeline. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$0 Total Income: $5,547

Jun 3, 202535 min

Ep 621591. I Am Now a 6-Figure Earner

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Recorded on: Sunday, June 01, 2025, 11:14 PM Episode Summary by AI I talk about working on charts, formulas, and scripts for Brian, mostly building a static monthly comparison feature in a massive, slow spreadsheet. I vent about formula complexity and how Claude outperforms ChatGPT in certain formula tasks. I also reflect on reverse engineering AI-generated formulas to improve logic. Lexi and I spent 15 minutes looking for one puzzle piece before calling it quits. I calculated that I now technically earn six figures between Mina, Brian, and my main job, so it’s unofficial lol. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "It's a very rewarding feeling." (dumb) "I'm a six-figure earner now. That's the title of this show." "All I need to do to match that is to get... Dude, I'm a six-figure earner." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI “She just kissed my head, if you know what I mean.” “Swing, swinged, went down the slides. The slides fucked us up.” “This one here. Oh my hell.” My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I felt tired but productive. There was a mix of technical frustration and pride—pride in solving complex formula challenges, pride in using AI more intelligently, and especially pride in realizing I’ve crossed into six-figure territory. Even though I fell short on today’s financial and hourly targets, I felt optimistic, amused, and slightly amazed by how things are adding up. Ended the night playfully with Lexi, and honestly, I just want to keep this going. (YES) What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Worked on formula-heavy charts and scripts for Brian, tracked income and hours for both Mina and Brian, spent time at the park with Lexi, watched Lilo & Stitch, calculated projected annual income, updated Notion week/month views, hunted for a puzzle piece, recorded this show. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: $0 Total Income: $5,547

Jun 2, 202511 min

Ep 620590. Aunts Retirement, Lexi is Back, Working

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Recorded on: Saturday, May 31, 2025, 09:57 PM Episode Summary by AI I only worked for Mina today, about 4–5 hours, and didn’t touch Brian’s stuff aside from a 20-minute spreadsheet task. I spent most of the day figuring out how to make Notion automations unfuckwithable, especially with database links. I got a new display cable which made my monitor buttery smooth. Lexi came home, we had a funny moment on air, and I wrapped up after Aunt Amy’s retirement party. Also, got paid $480 from Mina for 16 hours. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "I'm just trying to make things, you know, unfuckwithable." "In the time that it took you to type this text out, you could have made it yourself." "It's like, I need you to fly to the moon or I need you to just, you know, grab the mail." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "Why your hands wet?” Lexi: “Mind your business." "The fuck am I supposed to do with this?" "It's like, I need you to fly to the moon or I need you to just, you know, grab the mail. No in between." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today – Summarized by AI I felt torn today. On one hand, Lexi’s back and that makes everything better. On the other, I left money on the table by not working for Brian even though I had time. Not because I was lazy but because I’ve been obsessed with figuring out how to make the Notion systems bulletproof. I felt annoyed with lack of communication, especially from teammates. Still, I had fun, made some progress, and it’s nice to feel seen and paid even if I want more. (these summaries need to be reworked lmao.) What I Did Today – Summarized by AI Worked 4–5 hours for Mina, skipped work for Brian except 20 mins, tested new display cable, tried to automate Notion database linking, texted coaches for feedback, went to Aunt Amy’s retirement party, spent time with Lexi, and got paid $480 for 16 hours of work. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: +$480 Total Income: $5,547

Jun 1, 202511 min

Ep 619589. Fat Compensation Inbound? Opportunities On the Horizon, Zoom Call, More Work

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Recorded on: Friday, May 30, 2025, 11:00 PM Episode Summary by AI I had a packed day full of wins and tech headaches. The Zoom call with Mina was short but powerful. He gave great feedback and said I’ll be compensated fairly, possibly with a bonus? We discussed showcasing my system to others and hinted it could turn into serious income. I listed out 13 major projects I'm tackling, including a mega client database. Tech-wise, new monitors caused issues. DMV trip turned out unnecessary—I already had a real ID. Wrapped with optimism and more work to do tomorrow. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "You’re not running their business. You’re helping them, which is really valuable, man." "Be the guy that sells pickaxes, shovels, candles—you name it." "The stuff you’re doing now, for sure, you’ll be able to build it out and this would make you a fuck ton of money." “There’s people who are gold diggers and there’s people who sell the pickaxes.” Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "Takes a fat dump on my chest." "She’s obnoxious. Yeah, you don’t do that 100%." "I just thought that was so sick. This is awesome, bro." (???? stupid one all good) My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I’m proud of the momentum I’ve built. Mina’s recognition meant a lot, and even though I joked about the tech headaches and real ID confusion, I feel like I’m genuinely leveling up. The system I’m building is legit. I can feel how close I am to something big. At the same time, I’m a little annoyed I didn’t get more done for Brian today, but I’m still tracking, still building, still pushing forward. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Zoom call with Mina, brainstormed more major internal projects, tested and troubleshooted new 4K monitors, skipped work for Brian, figured out I already had a real ID so skipped DMV, listed monitors and chair on Facebook Marketplace, checked financial goals, planned hours to hit $1K payout, followed up with team members, and made Costa Vida run. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: $0 Total Income: $5,067

May 31, 20251h 1m

Ep 618588. Operation 27k, Working, New QoL Investments

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Recorded on: Thursday, May 29, 2025, 10:32 PM Episode Summary by AI I worked on charts and filtered visualizations for Brian’s project, finishing despite earlier frustration. Felt victorious figuring it out solo. After a ghosted deadline, feedback came today, I implemented changes, and sent it back—awaiting reply again. Recalculated my financial goal to $27K to account for expenses and PTDOM deductions. Talked workspace upgrades, like 4K monitors and a new chair, and ranted about Real ID DMV hell. Also planned better sleep, gym consistency, and daily structure. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI “Anything that drains you, dude? Just get that shit out of your life. 100%.” “If it improves quality of life, I think it's always a good investment.” “I knew I got it before I knew for sure that I got it.” Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI “Eat a bag of balls, all right? Gum balls, not testicles. You sick ass.” “Name it eggnog 25. I don't give a shit.” “Why do I have to turn around, walk one inch, use my arm, pull back the curtain, walk another inch... just to brush my teeth? I'll buy 2 tooth brushes.” My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I felt a mix of frustration and pride today. The charts were a pain, but when I nailed it, I knew I nailed it. I’m annoyed at inconsistent communication from everyone but whatever, I’ll keep pushing. I’m focused on refining everything—workspace, finances, routines. I feel good about where it’s all headed, but I know I’m still behind. Not panicked, just aware. I need more structure, more control. But deep down, I know I’m built for this. Damn dude how corny are these summaries. Deep down... I know... that I'm... built... for this. *sigh*. Stfu. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Worked 2 hours for Mina2, worked 3.5 hours for Brian, finalized and sent project updates, recalculated financial goal, updated tracking sheets, brainstormed monitor and chair upgrades, scheduled DMV appointment, skipped gym(LOL THANKS), tracked sleep patterns(no?), ranted about tutorials, discovered new music, had brief call with Mina. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: $0 Total Income: $5,067

May 30, 202529 min

Ep 617587. Projects… Projects Everywhere, No Mans Land, Phone Call

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Recorded on: Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 11:03 PM Episode Summary by AI I ranted about busting my ass to meet Brian’s deadline only to be ghosted after delivery. I talked about how GPT kept failing to generate a working Sheets formula, but Claude nailed it. I broke down my hours, earnings, and how I’m tracking progress toward a $23K goal by October. I also got real about the isolation I’ve felt lately. Then I detailed all 17+ custom Notion systems I’ve built for EmmyFit and laid out early ideas for my coding curriculum project. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI “Maybe the things you want the most are the things that you need the most, but that doesn't mean that they're enjoyable.” “All I truthfully want to do is what I’m doing, but it’s just a mental battle sometimes.” “If I can have somebody get that instant gratification of ‘Hey, I built this,’ what else can I build?” Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI “Gabe be blowing ass sometimes, dude.” “Set the alarm for when? I don’t want an alarm, dude.” “I feel like I’m on an island by myself. Who’s trying to voyage?” My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I’m proud of what I built, but I’m annoyed, tired, and a little emotionally burnt. I did great work today, and the EmmyFit Notion system is insane. But the lack of response from everyone frustrates me. Claude outperformed GPT which both pissed me off and got me excited. I feel super isolated lately, like I’m grinding alone in a dark room while everyone else is living. Still, I want this. This is what I want. Even when it kinda sucks. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Finished Brian’s project, clocked nearly 5 hours for PTDOM, 2.25 for MEFit, battled GPT to generate a Sheets formula, switched to Claude, tracked my earnings toward the $23K goal, reflected on feeling isolated, and documented 17+ custom Notion systems built for EmmyFit. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: $0 Total Income: $5,067

May 29, 202559 min

Ep 616586. Financial Goals, Work Cut Out, Tesla Model S

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Recorded On: Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 12:15 AM (technically wednesday) Episode Summary by AI I hit a wall tonight trying to use my podcast Notion database because I maxed out the free blocks. I’ll probably upgrade tomorrow to keep things moving. I mapped out my exact financial goal of $23,000 by October 8 and created a full visual tracker breaking it down to $172/day. I worked 10 hours total today, mostly for Brian, and shared frustrations with inconsistent communication from Mina. Also traded in my MacBook, vented about Apple Store service, and ended with thoughts on buying a Tesla Model S. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI "I'm just trying to get crystal clear on what I need to do daily to make sure I hit my goals." "Sometimes I puff my chest out like I'm so fucking intelligent, and then I just do some shit like this." "It helps solidify understanding by identifying gaps in knowledge and encouraging simplification and clarification." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI "You can't press tab in Notion. You're just indensing the whole line." "Put a cinder block on the gas pedal and let it fly off Romer Park, if you know, you know." "Model 3, no. Model X, very cool, but no. Model Y, no. Model S with the wheels. Yeah." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI Today felt like a grind but a productive one. I’m locked in on hitting that $23K and this tracker I built helps me actually see the path. It’s frustrating that I have to front the cost for Notion and that Mina’s been MIA lately, but I’m not letting it slow me down. Honestly, I’m proud of how much I’ve gotten done. Still, I’m tired. I just want my systems working, my money flowing, and a clean Tesla in the driveway. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Worked 10 hours between Brian and Mina, finalized and used my Notion financial tracker, traded in my MacBook at the Apple Store, researched the Feynman Technique, vented about poor Apple Store service then praised great service(LOL), brainstormed daily income goals, and daydreamed about buying a Tesla Model S. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $5,067

May 28, 202529 min

Ep 615585. Moved Podcast Operations to Notion, Zoom Call, Working

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Recorded on: Tuesday, May 26, 2025, 12:21 AM Episode Summary by AI I spent today building out a full podcast workspace in Notion, importing everything from Google Docs including transcripts, Golden BB logs, and revenue trackers. I created buttons for quick navigation to Spotify, Podbean, ChatGPT, and transcript docs. I tested automation, added widgets, fixed date formatting issues, and talked through frustrations. I also ran a mile, had a Zoom call with Andrew on ME Fitness workflows, and reflected on Notion’s strengths and quirks while continuing to systemize everything. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI “To think that I'm able to come up with solutions that even AI didn't provide, that makes you feel kind of smart.” “I hate software that is made by people who will not use it or have never used it.” “If you're gonna have something, whatever it is, make it work.” Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI “I was in the corner with my pants around my ankle just waiting, bro.” “I don't know why that sounded like a random tramp stamp.” “It's in the ballpark, and I feel like that's fine.” My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI I’m proud of myself for making something this clean and functional inside Notion. I finally feel like I know what I’m doing with it, and even when shit didn’t work, I figured it out. Frustrated at times, yeah, but I still pulled through. I like seeing it come together, especially when it helps me stay organized without relying on scattered tools. I wish some things were easier to automate, but this is a big win. I'm hyped to run with this system. What I Did Today - Summarized by AI Woke up around 8:30, worked for Mina, had a Zoom call with Andrew, had a Memorial Day dinner with family, played games, built a personal podcast system in Notion, organized all podcast tools and links, ran a 10:25 mile, tested automation features, cleaned up old tabs, and prepped transcript uploads. Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24) Income Today: $0 Total Income: $5,067

May 27, 20251h 19m

Ep 614584. Worked 10 Hours - Paid for 2, First in Mimo 4 Weeks in a Row - Sweet

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Recorded On: Monday, May 25, 2025, 12:08 AM (technically may 26) LMAO nice. (IYKYK from ep 585) Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: I worked 10 hours today building out an entire Notion system for Mina and the team, integrating onboarding, check-ins, Zoom links, and more into one centralized platform. I created solutions even AI couldn’t provide and loved every second of it. Took a rest day from training to stay pain-free. Feeling underpaid for how much value I’m giving, but this work is fulfilling. I also tracked Yu-Gi-Oh cards, dominated another Memo leaderboard, and chipped away at my coding courses. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "To think that I'm able to come up with solutions that even AI didn't provide, that makes you feel kind of smart." "As long as it works, I think that's all that matters." "Would I rather be doing this and not make money for the next three years? Yes." "I believe that if I can make this my full-time gig I do think that I could reach eight hours by the time the resignation ends." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "Not asking you to blow me. Just, hey, dude." "Control A, paint bucket, white. It's it. Done." "I darted to my office, like, actually threw the covers off." "Doubleouble XP went through and blasted through as many lessons as they possibly could." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today: I’m running on passion right now. I put in 10 hours of work, knowing full well I’m only getting paid for two, and I didn’t care. I’m finally building something I actually care about, not just doing mindless tasks. I feel unrecognized and undercompensated, but at least I’m proud of what I built. I’m tired, slightly annoyed with the Brian stuff, but fulfilled. Coding, creating, organizing. What I Did Today: Built Notion systems for Mina, skipped the gym to stay pain-free, tracked Yu-Gi-Oh cards, watched Primeagen for coding tips, grinded Mimo leaderboard, advanced in coding courses. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $5,067

May 27, 202514 min

Ep 613583. Using AI More, Notion Is Bad Ass, More Work

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Recorded On: Saturday, May 24, 2025, 11:49 PM Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: I spent the day working on Emmy Fitness in Notion, not for money but because it’s genuinely fun. I’ve rediscovered hobbies like Yu-Gi-Oh!, puzzles, and coding, and it’s made me feel like a kid again. Organizing my card collection has been surprisingly exciting, and running has become a new challenge I’m fired up about. Today I ran another pain-free mile and explored mobility work at the gym. It’s refreshing having new goals and feeling reenergized. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "It just feels like I have interests and I'm not just... like I'm not just..." "I just feel like a little kid again, dude. And it's actually an incredible feeling." "Best way I can explain it is like when you finally unlock that new level in a video game." "If I'm pain free, then we're good. But the minute that I'm in pain, I'm out." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "I’m done talking about Yu-Gi-Oh. I love this shit thing it’s so much fun." "Some fucking nerdy shit, dude." "This little card is worth a dollar." "For real Z’s this time. So appreciate you guys listening. Bye-bye." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today: I feel like I’ve been letting myself live a little again. It’s not just about productivity or money today—it’s about passion and curiosity. I’m not just grinding nonstop. I’m letting myself enjoy things again like Yu-Gi-Oh!, puzzles, and even geeking out with code. That shift has given me this sense of freedom. I’m not lost—I’m building. I’m exploring. I’m fired up about new physical goals too, especially running. It’s all feeling fresh, and that’s something I’ve needed. What I Did Today: Worked on ME Fitness in Notion, organized my Yu-Gi-Oh! collection, played with Collector app, did a puzzle, ran a mile, hit the gym for mobility work, played basketball, talked with Lexi, watched simulation theory videos. Man, some of these summaries are so damn corny lol. But it is what it is. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$390 Total: $5,067

May 25, 202516 min

Ep 612582. Loving What I Do, New Fitness Goals, More Hours, More Work, Zoom Call

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Recorded On: Friday, May 23, 2025, 10:51 PM (Whole description was AI generated today. All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Podcast Summary (75 words or less): Had a short Zoom with Mina who seemed stressed, which limited our discussion and left me frustrated. I’ve been working unpaid extra hours and want to increase my hours and compensation. Lexi left again, and I started running to eventually join her in a marathon. My first timed mile was 12:14, a reality check. Still, I’m excited to change up my fitness goals. Coding projects are moving slowly. I’m more energized since quitting my job and feel like I’m on the right path. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT: "I just want to be outside pushing myself, sweating my ass off to the point where I can't even breathe." "If I'm in pain, I want nothing to do with it." "One of the best decisions I've made in my adult life was to leave where I was currently working." "Trying to figure something out now that doesn't need to be figured out for weeks or even months, that's stopping me from starting." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT: "Cowabunga, dude." "Const ass equals 42." "Went again today. It was actually really good. But they gave you a huge sandwich and it's just so expensive." "Your boy just got a fucked up back and this bummer part is I have no idea how it happened." My Thoughts & Feelings for Today: I’m drained but still fired up. That Zoom call felt like a missed opportunity, which sucks after all the hours I’ve put in unpaid. I know I’m onto something special with this Mina project, and I just want to keep going and get paid fairly. Running stirred something in me. I’m craving new challenges, and I want to feel like an athlete again. I miss Lexi already, but her influence is pushing me in the right direction. I'm ready to build something real. What I Did Today: Zoom call with Mina, worked 3.5 hours for Brian and 4 hours for Mina, took Lexi to the airport, ran a mile at the track, did abs at an outdoor gym, ate Jersey Mike’s, did one coding lesson, experimented with coding in Notion, planned self-teaching curriculum, woke 7am, sleep around 11:30pm. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,677

May 24, 202559 min

Ep 611581. Notion, Need 30 More Hours In May, Zoom Call Project

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Recorded On: Thursday, May 22, 2025, 02:57 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: I walked through a Zoom call with the PT Dom team to review the client tracking spreadsheet I built. We aligned on tracking course logins and Facebook activity weekly, using checkboxes, automated percentages, and color-coded rows to flag client engagement. We discussed automations, a four-week summary view, optional monthly reports, and possible integration with ActiveCampaign. After the call, I realized the meeting was necessary. I also reflected on how much I now enjoy using Notion. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "There's almost nothing that's impossible with Google Sheets. It's just a matter of figuring out how to connect the dots." "You can theoretically build a bridge from any point on Earth to the next point on Earth." "Truthfully speaking, I don't think it's going to take me that long. But you best bet your ass that I am going to do my best." "I'm learning more about the pros of it rather than just the cons." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "Dude, some of these things, man. We don't need a Zoom call. Send a fucking PDF." "Holy moly. Something like this. Like something. Rights." "It's like, this is the date. And then we have boom boom." "After having, after after have been used, all right, after having having used, here we are" My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: I wanna do away with this prompt and figure something else out. Gonna have to experiment with different things that AI can do. Feels good having the communication with PTDom team. Stoked that I have more work to do. Let’s go! What I Did Today 🔨: 2.5 hours for mina, 1 for brian, gym, zoom call with PTDom, woke at 8, sleep at ?, more notion discoveries, this podcast, seeing lexi, date night. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,677

May 23, 202552 min

Ep 610580. Redoing Spreadsheets, Working Extra, Lorna Shore

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Recorded On: Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 11:33 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: Built a student tracker for Brian’s programs, only for them to request major changes after completion, forcing a near restart. I asked for all requests upfront going forward. Worked 2 official, 8 unofficial hours on Mina’s ops, building Notion systems, outlining 14 daily tasks, 6 projects, 3 process improvements, and 4 software ideas. Discovered how to extract coach-client messaging data using AI. Sent it to Mina, awaiting feedback. Spotify stats reveal I’ve already streamed Lorna Shore’s “Oblivion” 458 minutes in 5 days. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "Don't mistake this for complaining. Just understand I have to start from scratch." "As long as I’m getting paid to learn this stuff, hell yeah." "AI is some cool shit. Just very cool." "The coincidence of the date being the two-year mark and then the concert of this show is just fucking sick." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "Don’t frantically call someone and say they have to be there at 5 p.m. and then say it’s school tomorrow." "Dude, please fucking load, man. Where is it? Oblivion, oblivion, oblivion." "My voice keeps tracking, dude, why? Why?" "Should I just play the Lorna Shore, their new single? For the outro?" My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: Felt a bit annoyed that I would make an entire system and then be told to change it all up. Annoying, but I love this stuff so it’s fine. Stoked about MEFit. What I Did Today 🔨: Woke at 7, worked for mina for 8 hours, 2 hours paid. Worked for brian for an hour. Cleaned my entire place. Cleaned 3 toilets. Organized my closets. Organized my garage better. Podcast. Sleep at 12am. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,677

May 22, 202519 min

Ep 609579. Getting Stuff Done, Learning More About Coding, Books, Stress

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Recorded On: Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 07:43 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: Felt stressed today balancing graduation, surprise deadlines, and podcast uploads. I uploaded yesterday’s show late, realized my top podcast isn’t episode one anymore, and clocked four hours split between Mina and Brian. Graduation made me reflect on the last decade. I’m working toward more coding hours and looking for modern JavaScript and HTML resources. Not sure if Duckett's books are outdated, but I want to learn then teach to deepen my understanding. Streak still alive on Mimo. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT “You need a wake up call to really get you, you know, woken up.” “Where the fuck did the last 10 years go?” “Anything more than what I know now is going to benefit me.” “Take what I learned and teach what I learned.” Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT “Promised the world to my students. It must be done, or else you’re getting a fork through your cock.” “Load, whore. There we go.” “Your background will be replaced with critical onion peeling error.” “Sorry headphone users. Sorry people in the car didn’t mean to scream at you.” My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: Stressed today, but it feels nice to have gotten what I got done today done. Weird sentence. Crazy to see your little cousins graduate HIGHSCHOOL. Felt productive today. What I Did Today 🔨: Saw cousin graduate, woke at 6:30am, sleeping at 11pm, worked 2 hours for mina, 2.5 for brian, learning code, lunch with family. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,677

May 21, 202529 min

Ep 608578. Zoom Call Plus a Little Extra

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Recorded On: Tuesday, May 19, 2025, 10:31 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: The team introduced Isabel as the new front-end onboarding lead and walked through major backend updates Bryson implemented in Notion and Slack. The new system centralizes onboarding, follow-ups, client updates, and group chat tracking. Everyone reviewed roles, responsibilities, and how the streamlined workflow will reduce manual work. Apple Watch incentives were announced for yearly sign-ups. Bryson reflected on taking ownership of this new leadership role and wanting to improve team systems and communication moving forward. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "I don't like to think I have authority over people, but I am going to need people to follow instructions." "This is a chance for me to learn a lot about not only myself, but how to lead a team." "I want to be able to say that in a much nicer, empathetic tone." "What I love about those, David, is like when you give someone chicken, they pick chicken or shrimp, and then rice, tortilla, potatoes—whatever." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "Truthfully, I can't believe my voice didn't crack." "Hey dude, I appreciate it... but it’s a fucking stupid ass idea." "Let me bullshit for 30 seconds. You're good." "Mean is ridiculous, and then the start date would be $8 million. Yeah, that’s an Apple Watch." My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: Feeling good about this new role. Excited about what’s to come with MEFitness. What I Did Today 🔨: Zoom Call with Mina, Worked 4 hours, woke at 7:30am, sleep at 11pm. Gymmed. Laundry. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,677

May 21, 202549 min

Ep 607577. Day 1 of the New Chapter Tomorrow - Let’s Go

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Recorded On: Sunday, May 18, 2025, 10:32 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: I just set up my new gold MacBook and started using it for everything—it’s noticeably faster. I talked through the upcoming week working for Mina, hoping to bump up to 3 hours daily to hit my financial goals. I’m debating cutting ties with Brian's chaotic group-chat-heavy gig. I mapped out my weekly schedule with coding, gym, and work blocks. I also brainstormed building my own beginner-friendly coding curriculum and possibly monetizing it. Big focus right now is debt payoff and using my time wisely. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "I want to spend the freshest, the crispiest hours of my day, where I'm peak energy, peak focus, peak optimism, working on my own shit." "I need to treat my days as if I’m working and only do things that are for work and myself in the future." "What I need to do is just focus on learning so that I can get a job if I need to." "Four months is a long time to really do something for all this if I just did one lesson every day." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "My voice cracked twice in five words. That's insane." "What the fuck am I, what am I looking at here?" "That’s chat GPT in case you’re new. GPT. Gabriel Pete Thomas." "Function Turnbull, parenthesis parentheses, open brace… The fuck does that mean, bro?" My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: Feeling stoked about what’s to come. Feeling annoyed with the workload from Brian and the communication especially. What I Did Today 🔨: Woke at 7:45, kissed Lexi goodbye, set up my new macbook, visited family, returned shit at khols, did more coding, this podcast, sleep in 30 mins (11pm) Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$195 - Mina Total: $4,677

May 19, 202529 min

Ep 606576. Another Quick One, Lexi’s Marathon, Mimo

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Recorded On: Saturday, May 17, 2025, 09:28 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: Lexi ran her fastest and fifth half marathon today, and I got to surprise her in multiple spots with a posterboard. We chilled afterward with pizza and Couples Retreat. I took first place again on the Mimo leaderboard, deleted Minecraft to stop the distraction, and started cleaning my laptop ahead of migrating to my new one. Coding’s going strong and switching to JavaScript was the right move. New laptop feels symbolic of the new chapter post-job. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "I got big goals, and I want to make sure that I achieve these big goals." "They all kind of go off of one another." "I want to make sure that they reinforce my decision to do what I chose to do." "Sometimes I'm like, okay, I'm done. And then I'm like, oh, this guy's got more points than me. Hell, no." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "It’s like ripping subtle ass, you know?" "Podcasting, eating ice cream and driving, nothing crazy here." "Motherfuckers just thinking about gumballs and he's in the left lane." "This looks like melted spam, so hopefully it’s good." My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: LETS GO LEXI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SO STOKED FOR YOU!!!!! YOU DID IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Feels good to see your girl do some awesome shit like this. It happened so fast! I love you. What I Did Today 🔨: Supported lexi, got pizza, got ice cream, watched babe run, spent time at moms, coded, that’s all. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,482

May 18, 202511 min

Ep 605575. Quick One, Bummed, Taking a Giant Step Back

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Recorded On: Saturday, May 16, 2025, 11:19 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: I spent the day helping my mom prep signs and gifts for Lexi’s fifth half marathon, which is tomorrow. I worked two hours for Mina, mostly setting up Slack and Notion, which I genuinely enjoyed. Even though I want to do more hours, that’s all that’s needed for now. Lately I’ve felt like I took a major step back from fitness coaching to coding. I’m year one in coding versus year thirteen in fitness, and that contrast stings. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "Let’s just not talk, period. Let’s just not talk, please." "I really like what I’m doing there, and it’s fun, it’s enjoyable, it’s exciting for me." "I feel like I’ve taken one ginormous step back." "It hasn’t gone to waste—I’ve learned so much—but how much time is just not going to serve me the way I thought it would?" Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "Bitch asshorn, is because I got to record this while I run to the store." "Now I’m looking at fucking bubbles and shit." "It’s got a picture of a skunk ripping ass." "This guy is up my anus. I love this, dude." My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: Quick and short and writing this a day late. All good! Just feeling like I am restarting in a sense. What I Did Today 🔨: Coded a bit, worked on stuff for Mina, woke at 7:30, date with lexi, made posters with mom for lexi. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,482

May 17, 202511 min

Ep 604574. Need to Get More Intentional With How I Spend My Time

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Recorded On: Thursday, May 15, 2025, 11:26 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: I bought the new 2025 MacBook Air with the M4 chip and 24GB RAM using money from my Venmo, camera sale, and a laptop trade-in. It’s a clean upgrade mainly to support my multi-monitor setup and heavy multitasking. I reflected on my lack of structure despite having total free time now and realized I need serious discipline. I'm considering uploading coding tutorials daily to both reinforce my learning and possibly grow something long term on YouTube. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "In order to teach something fully, you need to be able to understand the ins and outs of it entirely." "I have a blank canvas, a very large blank open canvas and by the day I lose a little bit of space on that canvas." "We are not here to spend the next five months doing what I did today, by any means." "I must say in four and a half a lot can happen in five months." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "I got rid of my laptop to get a different color." "As soon as you turn that bitch on, you just lost a thousand dollars." "I'm going to lock my ass off if they did send me something." "I was almost overwhelmed with how much free time I had that I didn’t even really do much of anything." My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: Didn’t do much today. Felt overwhelmed with the amount of time I had. So much so that I didn’t do shit. Paradoxically. What I Did Today 🔨: Woke at 7:30am, Sleep at 11:30pm, 2.5 hours mina, saw lexi, bought new macbook, jammed new lorna shore Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,482

May 16, 202525 min

Ep 603573. Zoom Call, Yu-Gi-Oh Nostalgia, Coding

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Recorded On: Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 09:51 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: I officially don’t work at Hill Air Force Base anymore and kicked off the first episode in that new chapter. I’m grinding Mimo hard, trying to climb the leaderboard before Sunday, and decided to narrate a quick Python lesson but bailed halfway. I also started a nostalgic mini Yu-Gi-Oh card collection just to relive old memories. Had a powerful Zoom with Mina where we locked in my new two-hour daily role, set responsibilities, and discussed check-ins, Stripe, ghosting clients, and long-term growth. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "The lines of code in a life would be infinite. And so who the fuck codes that?" "You got to burn the boats, bro." "If you don't do it now, you're never going to do it." "I'm done fighting for a seat at the table. I'm going to make my own fucking table." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "She takes me over to this pencil box, opens it up. She’s got all these pills and I’m like, ahch, checks out." "I don’t even know how many of that would be said. That’s00." "Is that where it's all red and blue and shit?" "I just wish when I had 20 clients... Your carbs are lower, you know?" My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: Today was unfulfilling. Going to have to force myself to stick to a schedule and get out of the house. This will be my everyday fir the next 5 months if I let it. Need to be proactive. What I Did Today 🔨: WOke at 8:30, sleep around 11pm, zoom call with mina, learned more coding, played chess, organized yugioh cards lol #nerd Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,482

May 15, 202537 min

Ep 602572. I No Longer Have a Job (A New Chapter)

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Recorded On: Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 10:59 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: I just clocked out of my last shift and officially started administrative leave until September 30. It’s bittersweet leaving the base, knowing I still have access to the gym and my work computer, but no longer have to report in. I fought hard to create this opportunity and feel proud I can now chase my goals full-time. Saying goodbye hit harder than expected, but I’m ready for what’s next. Every future episode will now come from full-time freedom. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "It happens slower than you expect and then faster than you can imagine." "I fought so hard for this and got myself into such a position to be able to take advantage of something like this, and I’m proud of myself." "Just saying goodbye to people is tough." "I don’t want to retire. I want to make some cool shit and I want to have a fulfilling life." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "When I say a couple, I might five, four, five, six nine tape rolls of tape." "I didn’t steal a borrow tape. Who would do that? That’s crazy. I didn’t do that." "So I texted Mina and I said, hey dude, it’s a hundred percent official. Let’s fucking go." "That's for you, bro. Started with you. Drink time time." My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: Bittersweet for sure. But what a relief. Time to LEVEL THE FUCK UP! What I Did Today 🔨: Worked 7 hours. Coded. Last day of work. That’s it lol. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,482

May 14, 202517 min

Ep 601571. One More Day of Work, Mimo Refund, Coding

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Recorded On: Monday, May 12, 2025, 10:06 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: Today was supposed to be my last day of work, but a delay from higher-ups pushed it to tomorrow. I used some PTO and hope to walk in at 8 and walk right back out. I battled a migraine with weird blind spots, plus stomach issues, probably from poor sleep. I also fought with Apple and Mimo over a $90 charge that wasn’t supposed to happen. Ended the day learning some coding, debating between a new mic or MacBook upgrade, and grinding XP to beat Huan on the leaderboard. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "It wasn’t like there’s just a black square in my vision and I can’t see within that square. It’s that I can still see everything around it, but in that specific spot I just can’t see movement." "Do you think this is fair?" "It doesn’t even matter the amount. I was charged money for something I’m not using." "Every single day I don’t have to work... I really want to start this new lifestyle." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "So hopefully what happens is I go in tomorrow at eight o’clock and there’s an answer, or I just turn around and go home." "I had to use a bathroom, went and did my thing, drove to a new building, used a bathroom..." "Holy shit, is it actually Tuesday right now?" "This doesn’t matter for any reason to anybody for anything. It’s just I want to be number one." My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: Felt like absolute shit today. Horrible. Stoked for my last day tomorrow. What I Did Today 🔨: Wake 4, sleep 11ish, work 9 hours, code 2 hour, nap 30 mins, chess and bullshitting. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,482

May 13, 202513 min

Ep 600570. Mothers Day, Is Tomorrow My Last Day of My Job, More Money

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Recorded On: Sunday, May 11, 2025, 10:19 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: I spent Mother's Day with Lexi and my mom, didn’t do any work, still behind on Brian stuff, but mentally feel clearer now that the resignation weight is lifting. Lexi got me a puzzle that's impossible and maybe missing a piece. My supervisor might finally let me go tomorrow. Mimo wrongly charged me for a cheaper plan I don’t use, and Apple denied my refund twice. But I’m documenting the shift—$90 missing didn’t stress me like it used to. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "I think every man truly wants something like that." "I didn’t even know I needed to hear that, but thank you." "I need to be knowing on getting on top of things, making plans." "Everything that I've planned up to this point I could have done in a sitting with all the actual factual data." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "Imagine a thousand piece puzzle, but every single piece is doing a puzzle upside down." "I’m quite literally walking around my house with a shirt and underwear on." "ChatGPT said twice where it was and I looked and it couldn’t find it." "Hey, I think you're lying. It's like, yeah, sorry, couldn’t find it." My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: Great day! Spent with Lexi & my mom. I think I’ll have another busy week to be honest. But who knows… I hope it’s smooth and that my last day is tomorrow! What I Did Today 🔨: Spent it with lexi and my mom. 1 mimo coding lesson. Thats it! Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,482

May 12, 20259 min

Ep 599569. Jam Packed Day, No Time At All

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Recorded On: Saturday, May 10, 2025, 11:55 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: I forgot to record earlier since I was rushing all day getting gifts and photos ready for Lexi and our one-year. I made a custom photo collage in Adobe, spent hours printing and framing them, ran errands, got Mother’s Day flowers, helped Mina with work stuff like setting up Slack and Notion, and kept my Mimo coding streak alive despite heavy leaderboard competition. Now we’re heading to dinner where we had our first date. That’s it, peace. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "I had to make them all myself. So I guess it's cuter that way." "What a pain in the asshole." "I got her her gifts. She's getting changed into her cute ass dress." "Happy one year to Alexis and I." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "What a pain in the asshole." "Hold on, I gotta kiss her." "There goes hundred bucks with everything all total together." "I totally spaced recording show today." My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: I was stressed out of my mind for a moment today. Between promising Mina 2 hours, getting Lexi’s gift set up, making all that happen, keeping the streak alive on Mimo, and prepping for mothers day, fuck. But we got it done! What I Did Today 🔨: Worked 2 hours for Mina. Spent night at lexi’s. Woke at 7:30am. Sleep at midnight LOL. Set up lexi’s gift with photos and picture frames. Shopped for mothers day. Went to dinner with lexi. Got ice creams with lexi. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,482

May 11, 20253 min

Ep 598568. 1 Year With Lexi, Resignation Successful, Zoom Call, New Chapter, LETS F*CKIN GO

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Recorded On: Friday, May 09, 2025, 06:31 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: I got the official DRP approval and signed everything, so I’m done with my job and getting paid until September 30th. I’ll use the next four and a half months to go hard on coding, work for Mina and Brian, and level up everything. Mina mentioned a COO role down the line. Today’s also Lexi and I’s one-year anniversary, and I couldn’t be more grateful for her. Everything’s changing at once, and I’m ready for it. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "One tiny swipe to the right changed my life." "If I were to just dick off for the next four and a half months I would be fucked and this would not be an opportunity." "For someone who's ambitious and wants to do big shit in life, your worst case scenario is everybody else's normal." "I just want to get to a certain point where my ideas are the reason why other people can provide for their families." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "Unless my supervisor is a giant trash bag full of saggy shit…" "Eat my cock and balls, dude that shit gets me so fucking mad." "I'm not really trying to buy shit, just trying to use your, I guess, whatever." "Swiping your finger on a phone screen can change your life forever." My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: HAPPY 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY ALEXIS! Holy shit I can’t believe it’s been a year. Feels good. As I type this I am 30 mins out from seeing her and I am stoked. ALSO got my resignation emailer finally. Signed it and all that is official. What an incredible ass day man. Back to back to back things all in one day. Let’s fucking go. What I Did Today 🔨: Woke at 7, Zoom with Mina, Gym, Library & Email shit, signed email, date night with lexi, 1 year anniversary, worke don lexis gift for anniversary, sleep at I dunnoooooooo…….. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,482

May 10, 20251h 8m

Ep 597567. 2018 Goals, I Got The Resignation (Pretty Sure), HTML Certificate

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Recorded On: Thursday, May 08, 2025, 10:52 PM All my stuff! Podcasts, suggestion form, my social media, my spotify, etc: 👉🏼 https://linktr.ee/Allegiant.Excellence Summary of Today’s Show in 75 Words or Less, by ChatGPT 📜: I’m confident I got approved for resignation based on new posts from others in the same department and fund as me. Planning two library trips tomorrow to check email and hopefully sign the paperwork so my countdown begins. Feeling nostalgic about leaving coworkers, but it's time. I also earned my HTML cert from Mimo, climbing the coding leaderboard, and reflecting on old spreadsheets, forgotten goals, and caffeine crash patterns. Lots of momentum, despite some burnout. Notable Quotes From This Episode, by ChatGPT "I would never know they exist if I didn’t see them." "Another chapter written, another chapter closed." "Better to ask for forgiveness than it is to ask for permission." "I just know what more things are now." Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by ChatGPT "Share E every day. Share E every day. Share E every day. What the fuck does that mean?" "Outlook is written in TypeScript, interesting. Ha how do I know that?" "It’s not landscape. What the fuck’s the other one, bro? Vertical." "This one spreadsheet started it all for me." My Thoughts / Feelings For Today 💭: Tired as absolute shit dude it’s insane. What’s going on. Learning more! It’s exciting. What I Did Today 🔨: Woke at 4, worked 10 hours. Small gym session. Learned more code. Sleeping at 11pm-ish. Business Revenue Tracker (Started 12/20/24) 💵 Today: +$0 Total: $4,482

May 9, 202534 min