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10 things I learned in 2014: Making Stupid Decisions

2014 was a beautiful, confusing and interesting year, I went full force with my business and passions and was presented opportunities I never thought were possible. I learned a lot about myself, my ego and I failed a bunch of times. There were also great memories but I thought I would share with you a few things I learned. 

Trust your gut. More then ever have I learned this. I went through a tough business relationship, one that I felt uncomfortable with at the beginning but others told me to stick it out. You’re in tune with your body, trust it and listen to it. You’ll be much happier in the long run. 

Add value to others. Whatever you have to offer the world, make it known and make sure you create opportunities that benefit you and the other party. Create win-win situations. Don’t always put yourself first. 

Put out the best possible work you can. (Make it dope always) No matter what industry, always do an incredible job. If you create a crappy product (Like I have from time to time) it will be seen and talked about. Your work is your calling card and in a world of disposable people, your work will set you apart. One of my professors (shout out to Laurie Petrou) once said, “Quality always rises to the top.”  

Open yourself up to people that reach out to you. Don’t listen to what everyone else is saying, nobody knows anyone deeply enough. Create your own opinion because your could be missing out on a fruitful relationship. I almost let a good one slip through the crack this year. 

Love the ones you’re with. Your Family or your partner. Always be grateful for a support system that will do anything for you. There is no doubt you will fail at somepoint, but appreciate that someone is there to catch you, make you feel better and help you move on. Family is the only thing that matters. Plus hugs are amazing.

Explore the things that make you happy more often. I didn’t make enough time for writing music or exploring my musical craft this year. I have the tools and the ability to create all the time and I was the one stopping myself from doing it. This leads to my next point. 

Fall in love with the craft again, not the riches. Work can be fun. Money will come later. Remember how you felt when you first started doing it. 

Stop doing things you hate to do. Create a system or process in which you can focus on the things that make you most happy and that you are good at.

Grow as a person. Dedicate more time to self-improvement. Whether its writing your thoughts down, reading a book, or finding people you want to connect with. Spend more working on yourself instead of trying to fix others.

Deeply listen when people talk. Get out of your head and concentrate on what somebody is trying to tell you. I have the tendency to tune out from time to time and concentrate on my own interests. Stop, listen and maybe you will learn something new.

Every year presents a beautiful array of human experiences. Get in the drivers seat as often as possible and make 2015 a year worth remembering. 

Stay true to your self and believe you have the power to do amazing things. 

It’s all you. 

Chris Hau