2025 Goals

If last year was the year of getting myself right and being selfish, this is the year of focusing on my family. Knowing that I’m going to be absolutely swamped with the move to New York while trying to learn how to raise a child, I want to keep things simple. It’s a transition year for me and my family, and the big thing is to be present and not take on too much.

Be Present

I hate to admit it but I’m addicted to my phone. It’s not just social media but also emails and Slack. I’ve caught myself emailing while feeding and playing with Colin. And I feel like shit. My first goal for 2025 is to be present and put away my phone when I’m with Colin. These are special moments that won’t last forever and I want to make sure I’m here for it.

Be more Patient and Chill Out

If the first two months of Colin’s life is any indication, my known impatience is heading to unprecedented levels. The lack of sleep and personal time has really made me a much less pleasant person to be around. I can sense it and I’m sure Sophia and others can sense it as well. I need to become a better partner and friend in 2025.

That means chilling the fuck out a bit more and becoming more understanding. Parenthood is hard and I need to be better when it comes to being a partner.

Teach more

One thing I’ve learned about myself in the workplace is that I’ve become much more of a boss rather than teacher. The last couple of years has required me to step up more and grind out more work. And my focus on developing my team has slowed down a bit. I want to flip that in 2025 especially as I start becoming a regular figure in the New York office.

For the better of everyone and Secfi, I want to make sure to become more of a teacher in 2025.