672. Trying So Hard to Think So Hard

Recorded on: Thursday, August 21, 2025, 10:22 PM

Episode Summary by AI

I had a productive day working on Mina and Trey’s projects while also advancing my own system build. I simplified the renewals process with a form that auto populates logs and financials, though I still need to add week options. Most of my time went into building KPI metrics, which became extremely tedious and got me considering hiring a VA from onlinejobs.ph. I wrestled with Notion’s automation limits, experimenting with chained triggers, rollups, and database structures, but still hit frustrating roadblocks.

Notable Quotes From This Episode, by AI

• "The only way out is through here. I have to figure this out. I have to do this."


• "There has to be a way. There just has to be a way."


• "If I can instruct somebody on how to build it, then hell yeah."

Funny, Out of Context Quotes, by AI

• "Someone is just breaking into my house and about to steal all my shit."


• "If it’s done, then I’m going to shit my pants with joy."


• "Stop being a little weeny and just do it."

My Thoughts & Feelings for Today - Summarized by AI

Today I felt both proud and frustrated. Proud because I made progress on simplifying systems and moving closer to the big picture, but frustrated because of how tedious and limiting Notion can be. I’m trying so hard to think through solutions, but I keep running into walls that force me to question whether to push through manually or lean on automation or outside help. Deep down, I know this is solvable, I just haven’t cracked it yet.

What I Did Today - Summarized by AI

Worked for myself, worked for Mina, went to the gym, ate food, worked on Trey’s stuff, simplified the renewal system with a form, built KPI metrics, brainstormed automation strategies, explored hiring a VA, tested Notion automations, set up experimental triggers, scheduled a call with Dawson, reflected on system limitations, considered buying an iPad.

Business Revenue Tracker (Since 12/20/24)

Income Today: +$0

Total Income: $19,882