My Entrepreneurial Journey: From Selling to Warren Buffett to Daily Life Without Coffee

Living in a bustling household of six, mornings don't require an alarm; my daughter assures I'm awake each day.

I launched my career in the music industry, managing artists and performing. By 2001, I had co-founded a private jet card service, later acquired by Warren Buffett's NetJets.

Early Rising Without Alarms

The night before, I detail my next day's plan to avoid surprises in the morning. During school months, it starts with preparing and taking my children to school, and I'm back by 8 a.m.

Morning Exercise Regimen

From 8 to 10 a.m., I dedicate time to physical activity, opting between running, cycling, or swimming. Early workouts guarantee a sense of achievement if the day strays.

A daily routine includes both sauna and cold plunges, essential for recovery.

Fruit-Only Mornings

Coffee has never appealed to me, so I start my mornings with only fresh fruits. This practice hails from reading 'Fit for Life' at 21. After trying fruit-only mornings for a brief period, I've maintained it since.

Focused Six-Hour Work Blocks

My work calendar isn't static; it shifts each week based on priority. While remote, I maintain a six-hour focus span, emphasizing anything from business dealings to book writing.

Currently, preparations for the Runningman festival prioritize my efforts, including training to achieve a personal goal of running 30 miles during the event. Planning weekly rather than daily allows flexibility.

Afternoon: Family Time Begins

By 4 p.m., my workday pauses for family. Although completing tasks might extend into the evening, it's family time when kids return from school.

Once considering unrealistic, ending work early now shapes my daily schedule.

Evening Family Meals

Evenings vary, but we ensure shared meals when I'm not traveling. Though our dietary preferences differ, we often share mealtimes.

With a vegetarian background spanning 35 years, my meals center on pasta, salads, and vegetables.

Post-Dinner Evenings

Our evenings are relaxed. While staying up-to-date with recommended TV shows, we aim for more reading time.

Currently, I'm engaged in 'The First 20 Hours: How to Learn Anything Fast!' by Josh Kaufman, exploring rapid skill acquisition.

Nighttime Chocolate Indulgence

Despite maintaining a balanced diet by day, evenings welcome a chocolate indulgence, satisfying with favorites like Hu bars.

Heading to Bed

The goal is to unwind by 10 p.m. and sleep by 11, enhancing rest quality through healthier nighttime routines, though it remains a work-in-progress.

Unlike my wife, who enjoys a pre-sleep ritual, I tire myself with the day's activities, often ending up with post-run sweat and chocolate smudges.