Building Software Solutions That Matter
I build software companies that solve real problems. Here, I share my journey, thoughts, and experiences in business and life.
My Companies
50SAAS LLC
Co-founder of 50SAAS, the company behind world-leading email marketing solutions and services.
Octeth
On-premise email marketing software
Sendloop
Email marketing service
Cleanify
Email list verification
ReferralMagic
Referral tracking service
KAYRA LLC
Founder of KAYRA, an online portfolio company with multiple software and SaaS products.
TraceRank
Google rank tracking tool
LaunchMailbox
Cold email infrastructure
QuickTests
Email testing service
HelpMonk
Customer support platform
My Thoughts
From Control Freak to Faith: A Work in Progress
A Turkish Instagram post made me realize my control patterns. The post outlined three common struggles: doubt in divine timing, fear of history repeating, and overexertion of control. Social media sometimes delivers profound wisdom in bite-sized chunks. This post changed my understanding of surrender. Modern platforms bring ancient wisdom to new audiences.
Being Present is a Daily Practice
The human brain goes into present-moment awareness during life-threatening situations. The amygdala releases cortisol and adrenaline and we focus completely on immediate survival. We can access deep presence when needed – your brain does this during car accidents, natural disasters, or physical threats. This biological response has been with us for millions of years as a survival mechanism. Research shows these heightened states of awareness increase reaction time by up to 50%.
Less is More: The Power of a Single-Focus Vision Board
Vision boards often become a dumping ground for every desire. Research shows 92% of people who create vision boards achieve less than 20% of their visualized goals. Most vision boards contain 15-20 items, spreading attention too thin across multiple targets. The human brain processes focused, singular goals 3x more effectively than multiple competing objectives.
Life Events: Your Reaction Shapes Their Impact
Good things create positive momentum. People get over excited and lose focus during good times. Keep your normal habits during good times. The CEO of Microsoft, Satya Nadella, kept the same work ethic and decision making process during Microsoft’s record breaking quarters and tough times.
Consistency is Life Changing Through Small Daily Habits
Two hours of weight training, five days a week, for four years created more than just muscle. The strict routine built discipline that translated into professional success. Missing workouts only when I was sick or traveling created a streak of over 1,000 workouts. The physical results were impressive strength gains and muscle growth. The mental benefits were self respect and confidence from keeping promises to myself.
The Power of Privacy: Why You Should Keep Your Plans to Yourself
Privacy creates a buffer zone for personal growth. Most successful people work on their goals in secret. Warren Buffett lived in the same house for decades despite being a billionaire. Naval Ravikant built multiple successful companies before going public. This allows for focused execution without external pressure.