It’s been over 2 years since my last post.

Consistency is the most important element of anything successful. I know this but still, anxiety, priorities, or procrastination denies me from posting.

Time for an overdue update.

• May 2020 – Furlough… more like fur dough.

I make a killing dropshipping Sunglasses while getting paid by my 9-5 to do nothing. I have a blast starting a newsletter and working on my personal brand.

• August 2020 – I Quit!

After coming back from Furlough to my agency job, things take a turn. I am overworked and misguided and the office turns toxic. I go camping with my best pals around Ireland – have a blast, and realise life is for living. I quit my job within days.

• Christmas 2020 – What now?

I had no idea what was next. I finished up on the 1st of September. On the 4th I had my first freelance client. In November I launched Hotties Chocolate v1. I buy a house.

• February 2021 – Engaged

I get engaged. Up until this point, freelance ads are going well. Hotties is showing signs of promise. I get the keys to my new house and surprise my new wife!

• Spring & Summer 2021 – Wolves and Weddings.

Spring was busy with wedding prep. Little work is done and money becomes a worry. I get a lucky break and get cast as a Wolf on a Netflix show. This pays for the honeymoon.

We get married – it’s a beautiful day!

• Rest of 2021

Ad work drys up. Money is low. Hotties is neglected. Stress sets in.

I double down and sign up for a trade show in London with Hotties. It’s not profitable but it pushes me into 2nd gear. I started grinding and selling at markets. It goes well. Hope is restored.

Ad work becomes a distraction. I ditch it and go all-in on Hotties.

• 1st half of 2022

I onboard more coffee shops. I started trading in more markets. I grind. I grind some more. It’s working… but I’m still not making money.

• Current day – July 2022

It’s the summer. The 1st year of marriage goes swimmingly. I have been on far too many holidays. Hotties isn’t making enough. Money is a struggle. I lack focus. I’m procrastinating and anxious.

I’ve lost my joy. I’m currently on a mission to get it back.

Overall it’s been a wild 2 years. Like this blog, it’s been anything but consistent. Marriage has taught me way more than expected. Hotties has been like a yo-yo for highs and lows. Money has been a constant worry throughout this year.

Life can be a constant joy if you let it be… you need to LET IT BE!