My Workout Mixtape From 2005
Summary
- When I train, I listen to alternative rock, Eminem, Kanye West, and '90s hip-hop.
- I only listen to music when I train.
- A friend from high school made me a rap CD mix that I listened to for a long time, even through college.
- Years later, I was still listening to the same mix, unaware that new music, like Eminem's new CDs, had been released.
- My friend was surprised and offered to make me a new mix.
- At that time, Spotify was already out, but I was still using an old iPod.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest implementing a few simple strategies to improve your efficiency and keep up with new trends, just like updating your playlists. Here are some low-cost, high-value actions you can take:
Stay Updated with Relevant Trends:
- Personal Growth: Just as I realized I needed new music, you should always update yourself with the latest in your field. Follow industry blogs, join relevant forums, and subscribe to newsletters.
- Small Business/Entrepreneur: Keep an eye on market trends. Use tools like Google Trends to see what’s new in your market or industry.
Optimize Your Tools:
- Personal Growth: Use productivity apps like Todoist or Trello to manage your daily tasks and goals effectively.
- Small Business/Entrepreneur: Switch from outdated software to more efficient tools. For instance, if you're managing customer relationships on an Excel sheet, consider using CRM software like HubSpot which has free versions.
Leverage Online Resources:
- **Personal Growth**: Just as I was unaware of Spotify, don't miss out on valuable free learning platforms like Coursera, Khan Academy, or even YouTube for enhancing skills and knowledge.
- **Small Business/Entrepreneur**: Use free online tools to boost productivity. Canva for graphic design, Hootsuite for social media management, and Slack for team communication are great low-cost options.
- Network and Collaborate:
- Personal Growth: Join local or online communities related to your interests. Engaging with like-minded people can provide motivation and new perspectives.
- Small Business/Entrepreneur: Collaborate with other local businesses or entrepreneurs. Sharing resources or cross-promoting can open up new avenues without much expense.
By making these small yet impactful changes, you'll be able to stay current, work more efficiently, and achieve better outcomes in your personal or professional life.
Full Transcript
do you listen to music when you train yeah what do you listen to alternative rock Eminem Kanye West '90s hip-hop the only time I listen to music is when I train yeah and so I like so bad that a friend of mine from high school gave me this CD it was rap CD 1- six and then like I went through all of college and then we were hanging out a couple years later he's like so what do you you know what do you listen to now on your train I was like the mix that you made me and he was like the what and I was like yeah the one that you made me he was like in high school and I was like yeah rap CD through 1 through six he's like dear God he's like dude there's been things that have had he's like Eminem's had two CDs since then I'll make you a new mix and spotify's out by then you just still have an iPod yeah I've got a zoon yeah I didn't even have one of those