Good afternoon, and welcome back to ToTheUnknown,
the newsletter that explains the wild world of finances and crypto better than your dad explained his “guy’s night out” (if you don’t get it, he went out with other girls) to your mom.

Today, we’re diving into the stuff that really matters:

• 🤫 The Not-So-Secret Cheat Code to Success

• 🥳 You’re NOT Late to the Party, My Friend

• 🛠️ What I’ve Been Up To: Feeling Stuck, But Still Moving

🤫 The Not-So-Secret Cheat Code to Success

What do Kobe Bryant, Warren Buffett, and every other wildly successful person have in common? It’s not superhuman talent or billion-dollar luck.

Nope.

It’s something way less flashy.

They showed up. Every. Single. Day.

Sounds too simple, right?

But that’s the thing. Success isn’t about fireworks or viral moments—it’s about putting in the work over a long period of time.

Let’s break it down.

Consistency + Time = Magic

Think of success like planting a tree. You dig a hole, plant the seed, water it, and… nothing.

No tree.

No shade.

Just dirt.

But you keep watering it every day, and slowly, that tiny seed grows into something massive.

The same goes for whatever you’re chasing. Whether it’s a business, a skill, or a six-pack—it takes time and daily effort.

Let’s talk receipts:

• Kobe Bryant was in the gym at 4 AM. While others were snoozing, he was taking the same shot he’d already made 10,000 times. By game day? Automatic.

• Warren Buffett built his empire one smart decision at a time over decades. No flashy bets, just consistent, patient investing.

• Iman Gadzhi? He didn’t wake up with millions of followers and cash flowing in. He started with nothing, posted when no one was watching, and leveled up every day.

These guys didn’t just show up once. They showed up every day for years.

Consistency Isn’t Sexy, But It Works

Here’s why most people don’t succeed:

1. They overthink starting.

2. They quit when it gets boring or hard.

3. They think results should come fast.

Spoiler: They don’t.

Consistency is the cheat code because it’s hard. Most people won’t do it.

But if you stick with something—even if it’s just 1% better every day—you’ll leave everyone else in the dust.

You’ve probably heard the stats: 90% of new businesses fail. Depressing, right? But here’s the twist—founders don’t fail. The ones who stay in the game, keep learning, and surround themselves with the right people? They almost always succeed in the long run.

Think about it:

• Startups might crumble, but founders don’t. Fast forward 10 years, and your odds flip. You go from a 90% failure rate to a 90% success rate.

If you quit after one failed business, it was never meant for you. But if you stick with it?

You’re unstoppable.

How to Make It Happen (Without Burning Out)

• Start Small: Don’t try to do everything at once. Write one paragraph, take one shot, make one call. Tiny steps compound.

• Fall in Love with the Process: Kobe didn’t just love game days—he loved practice. Buffett loves reading. Find joy in the grind, not just the goal.

• Find Your People: Surround yourself with people who push you to level up. Success isn’t a solo sport.

• Track Your Wins: Seeing progress keeps you motivated.

The Hard Truth

Yeah, it’s easier said than done.

There will be days when you’re tired, bored, or ready to give up (these are the day’s when you really need to do it!).

But here’s the thing: the people who make it big are the ones who push through those days.

If you want to be great at anything, you don’t need to be a genius or a superstar.

You just need to keep showing up.

What Are You Waiting For?

Start today. Doesn’t matter how small. Write your first post. Take your first shot. Send that email.

Then do it again tomorrow.

And the next day.

In a year?

You’ll look back and realize you’ve built something incredible. And if you’re still in the trenches 10 years from now, you’ll laugh at the odds that were once stacked against you.

Now go find your people, stay consistent, and keep watering your tree.

🥳 You’re NOT Late to the Party, My Friend

You know that feeling when you show up to a party and think, "Dang, everyone’s already here, and I’m the last one to arrive"? Yeah, that’s how a lot of people feel about Bitcoin and Ethereum right now.

Spoiler: you’re not late. The DJ’s just warming up, and the dance floor is far from full.

The Trap Most People Fall Into

Here’s the deal: most new investors look at Bitcoin and Ethereum and think, “Ugh, they’re too big already. No way I’m gonna make money now. I need to find the next big thing, fast!”

And that’s when they dive headfirst into risky coins—AKA “the shiny lottery tickets.” Spoiler: most of those coins crash and burn faster than my New Year’s resolutions.

This same mistake happened 30 years ago with the biggest tech companies: Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, and Google. People thought, "Meh, they’re too big to grow anymore." Now those companies are printing cash faster than a money machine at a carnival.

Metcalfe’s Law

Let me introduce you to Metcalfe’s Law.

Sounds fancy, but it’s actually pretty simple:

The value of a network grows exponentially as more people join it.

What does that mean? 

Imagine you’re starting a club, and you invite 10 friends. Cool, now you’ve got 45 possible connections. But if your club grows to 100 friends, BOOM—you’ve got 4,950 connections.

The bigger the network, the crazier the value.

More users = more connections = more utility. 

And that’s what makes Bitcoin and Ethereum so powerful.

The Charts Don’t Lie

Let’s take a trip down memory lane:

• When Apple launched, people doubted it.

• When Google hit the scene, people thought it was “just a search engine.”

• And yet, their stock prices skyrocketed over time.

If you look at Apple and Google’s stock prices on a linear chart (1, 2, 3…), it looks like a giant bubble.

Here’s how Apple & Google stocks look on a linear scale:

But if you switch to a logarithmic chart (1, 10, 100…), the growth suddenly makes sense. It’s steady and exponential.

Here’s Apple and Google stocks on a logarithmic scale:

The same is true for Bitcoin and Ethereum. Look at their logarithmic charts, and you’ll see they’ve still got plenty of room to grow.

Why You’re Not Late

Bitcoin and Ethereum aren’t just coins—they’re networks. And as long as those networks keep growing (more users, more adoption), their value will grow too.

It’s like owning a piece of the internet in 1999.

Here’s the kicker: every successful app, NFT, or innovation built on these networks makes them even stronger. Instead of trying to guess which app or NFT will pop off, you can just hold Bitcoin or Ethereum and ride the wave.

Sure, you might not hit a crazy 100x gain.

But a solid 150% annual growth?

That’s a win.

And you won’t lose your shirt on some random coin named after a dog.

This is where most people get it wrong—they think short-term. They want to get rich yesterday.

But investing in Bitcoin and Ethereum isn’t about quick flips; it’s about playing the long game.

It’s the same with Bitcoin and Ethereum.

These are long-term plays. As adoption grows, so will their value.

🛠️ What I’ve Been Up To: Feeling Stuck, But Still Moving

Alright, here’s the deal: I haven’t done much lately. Just writing posts, reading books, and spending time with family. And yeah, you might be thinking, “This guy hasn’t done anything. Who is he to talk about success?”

Honestly?

Same thoughts here.

But that’s the entrepreneurial life—it’s messy, hard, and takes WORK.

Right now, I feel like I’m at rock bottom.

But you know what?

2024 has still been my best year yet.

Why?

• I hit the gym on January 1st and haven’t stopped.

• Quit football to focus on my future (I was top tier, one of the options to have playd in my year old’s for the country, but I was just not picked and thought: This still aint for me and I’ll do what I really do like).

• Started learning skills that actually matter for my goals.

It’s tough because I’m learning so much that I feel stuck.

But this is how you build a foundation for the big stuff. If you feel like you’re not achieving anything right now, trust me, you’re not alone.

If you’re reading this, you’re already on the right track. We’re learning together. When I start building again, I’ll keep you updated—and I hope you do the same with whatever you’re working on.

And hey, let’s not wait for January 1st.

Like Iman Gadzhi says (paraphrasing here): Successful people don’t wait for the new year—they start TODAY.

Let’s make moves, learn something new, and build a better world. Oh, and if you want to brighten my day, share this newsletter with someone.

It helps more than you know.

Let’s grow together! 🚀

So, hope you liked it!

Tomorrow, as the year wraps up, I’ll be sharing mindset tips, things you should do before 2025, and a bit of self-reflection. So, stay tuned, and keep your inbox open!

See you tomorrow,
“I still need to write that post and do my own reflection... ahhhhh 🫠😩.”

Wait... am I thinking out loud again?
Sorry, don’t take it the wrong way—I’m totally not feeling like that at all. I like it!

Catch you tomorrow!