I turned 25 yesterday - here are the top lessons I’ve learned from years of building systems, failing, and starting again.
From working with no-code tools to growing automation communities and helping companies streamline operations, I’ve picked up some hard lessons along the way:
1️⃣ Progress beats perfection.
Every failed project brought me closer to success.
It’s never wasted effort if you learn something from it.
My first startup flopped, but it taught me Bubble—a skill that landed me my first job at 21, even before finishing half of my university career.
2️⃣ Your "aha" moment doesn’t come all at once.
Success isn’t about getting everything right upfront.
It’s not about the "ideal plan" or "perfect system" either.
It’s about showing up consistently and piecing things together.
In fact, the more I dug into "automation" the more I realize it’s just a tool to unlock growth at scale.
But execution, priorities, and focus matter more than any automation or tool.
3️⃣ Impostor syndrome is proof you’re growing.
No matter how much I achieve, there’s always that voice asking, “Am I really good enough?”
Learning to coexist with doubt is part of the journey.
4️⃣ Build in public—it’s one of the best things you can do.
Content creation and sharing workflows have been growth multipliers.
People who see your work today might open doors tomorrow.
For instance, my Overdrive partner Georgiy reconnected with me after seeing what I was capable of on social media—at exactly the right time.
5️⃣ People are everything.
The biggest unlock isn’t a tool or a technique—it’s the people you surround yourself with.
A great team and supportive network will accelerate your progress more than any hack.
6️⃣ Success is a system, not a sprint.
What worked once doesn’t always scale.
Whether it’s automating workflows or refining outreach, the best results come from improving systems over time.
7️⃣ Take one bold action every day.
Send the pitch.
Publish the post.
Try the experiment.
Bold actions compound over time, creating opportunities you never expected.
8️⃣ Never stop learning.
The market evolves, tools change, and strategies shift.
Staying adaptable and hungry for knowledge keeps you ahead of the curve.
These are just a few lessons I’m reflecting on as I continue building, growing, and learning.
What’s a lesson you’ve learned in the last year that changed the way you work or live?
Drop your thoughts below 👇