As we end the decade review, it’s a wonderful time to look back at the time passed and reminisce over the professional and personal accomplishments.
10 years ago, I was just six months into my first “real job” after college. I thought I was smarter than most and that I had all the answers. I assumed it was only a matter of time until I was leading a large team.
In fact, I lacked self awareness and my list of unknown unknowns was vast. However, despite my initial hubris I was able to learn a lot, take my time, and have a lot of luck along the way.
Looking back over 10 years, I found that I wanted to share these top 5 of the last decade:
- Married wife, two babies
- One company M&A transaction, PE-backed
- One MBA degree at UCLA, top 15 business school
- Started doing “digital”, built Face the Buzz and then sold it in private transaction
- Purchased first home and oversaw gutting & remodel
Despite trying in the past, I’ve not bought into the long-term goal setting. Yet, I’m still incredibly excited for the next decade. I feel like my experience will continue to compound my outcomes, while I simultaneously fine tune my ability to work smarter (and not always just harder)
What’s your top 5 of the past 10 years?