Jason Ojalvo

entrepreneur / entertainment + media leader / creative + innovative executive / CEO / husband + dad / musician / lover of life / instigator of laughter

[Jason Ojalvo @ojalvo]

“A man is not old until regrets take the place of dreams.” — John Barrymore

[Ryan Holiday @RyanHoliday]

The best parenting advice I've ever gotten.

From some of history’s greatest thinkers and parents:

[Jason Ojalvo @ojalvo]

This appeared in print as “Give the Gift of Your Attention” — either way it’s an important guide to being better at human connection, something many of us probably need right now @NYTOpinion https://t.co/Z5TntROp6G

[Jason Ojalvo @ojalvo]

Yes, we spin our own luck! "The 4 traits lucky people have in common" https://t.co/O2bLZ8ixy5

[Jason Ojalvo @ojalvo]

"If somebody offers you an amazing opportunity but you are not sure you can do it, say yes – then learn how to do it later!" @richardbranson

[Ryan Holiday @RyanHoliday]

If you start your day with social media, the news, or email, realize: you're starting your day at the mercy of others.

Social media is others telling you what to think.

The news is others telling you what to read/watch.

Your inbox is others telling you what to do.

[Justin Welsh @thejustinwelsh]

48 pieces of advice after 4+ years as a solopreneur.

1. Nobody is coming to save you.

2. If you don't respect people's time, they won't respect yours.

3. The best entrepreneurs know how to teach themselves.

4. You learn 100x more by trying than by reading about someone else.

5. If you don't know how to sell, you're going to struggle.

6. Thick skin is a prerequisite for building in public.

7. You go 10x faster by supporting people, not tearing them down.

8. No matter how good your product is, someone will hate it.

9. Price whatever you offer at a rate you'd be comfortable paying.

10. Your network can either speed you up or slow you down.

11. Stop reading 50+ business books. Just get started.

12. Stop asking everyone, and start figuring shit out on your own.

13. If people root for you to fail, cut them out of your life.

14. Always over-communicate.

15. Assume you can learn something from everyone.

16. Assume everyone you talk to is also full of sh*t.

17. Your business heroes are regular people who took action.

18. If you can make $1, you can make $1,000.

19. If you can make $1,000 you can probably make $100k.

20. Don't ask random people questions. Ask your customers.

21. You don't need meditation and sunlight. You need action.

22. Don't "find a mentor". Do interesting things & attract mentors.

23. Promote yourself online every day.

24. Write daily for at least 30 minutes.

25. Ignore haters. They are the least interesting people.

26. Help others and let them reciprocate. If they never do, move on.

27. Go to therapy and be honest.

28. Drink less alcohol.

29. Start with one revenue stream, but diversify shortly after.

30. Anyone selling instant results is a con.

31. Systems beat motivation & discipline every time.

32. Quit focusing on tools and tech. Just use what you know.

33. Experiment often, but never with 2 new variables.

34. Use data to create better content.

35. Never plagiarize people but borrow.

36. Stop trying to be cool. Be successful. Cool will come.

37. You're a lot less clever than you think you are. Be clear.

38. Be on time for important things. You're not a teenager.

39. Pessimists are often right. Optimists are often wealthy.

40. Arguing online is a waste of time and energy.

41. Don't be arrogant, but have a mindset that you can do anything.

42. You never know what will resonate. Try a lot of different things.

43. Don't argue with your customers.

44. Everyone has the same 24 hours. It's how you use it.

45. It's not helpful to study Elon and Bezos if you're making $0.

46. Quitters win a lot because they know when to give up.

47. You can't control your past.

48. You are 100% responsible for your future.

Take every piece of advice here with a grain of salt.

I'm just some random guy on the internet sharing what I've learned on my very specific journey, so it might not translate 100% for you.

But, if there is one takeaway, it's this: Get started.

That's how you'll figure out your own journey.

I hope this list helps you avoid some of the mistakes I made over the last 4 years.

Consider giving me a follow @thejustinwelsh if you enjoyed this.

Have a great Saturday.

[Jason Ojalvo @ojalvo]

@NJTRANSIT_NJCL Delays are longer than the reported 60 or 90 minutes. Half the passengers just disembarked in Rahway to get Ubers. For $50, or in my case $100. That’s how many hours this train is delayed!

[Jason Ojalvo @ojalvo]

The best work is the work you’re excited about!

[Jason Ojalvo @ojalvo]

"You only find out who is swimming naked when the tide goes out." @WarrenBuffett

[Jason Ojalvo @ojalvo]

“There’s nothing that harshness does that loving firmness doesn’t do better.” -- Terry Real

[Jason Ojalvo @ojalvo]

Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. https://t.co/Rk6bZmJbef

[Miki Agrawal @twinmiki]

It's finally here! After 3 years of dreaming up the idea of @hellotushy bidets spraying to the beat of music (think #bellagiofountains in Vegas) we are finally releasing the first of our "A Symphony For Your Butt" spots 🍑

#TUSHYAce #TUSHYSuperBowel

[TUSHY Bidet @hellotushy]

Our #TUSHYSuperBowel contest is back, baby! We’re serious. Submit your best post-game dump by Super Bowel Monday for a chance to win $10,000 and our Ace Bidet.💩💦

[Jason Ojalvo @ojalvo]

@markascarola I especially like that they encourage play.

[Jason Ojalvo @ojalvo]

@fesshole @stilgherrian On a trip to France as a small child my mom was straight up with me, and referred to the bidet as "a whore's bath" and now decades later I am CEO of the American bidet company @hellotushy. So there's a lot to unpack there.

[Jason Ojalvo @ojalvo]

“What’s the sense of wrestling with a pig? You both get all over muddy… and the pig likes it.” (Often mistakenly attributed to Mark Twain but actually could be the head of the U.S. Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service quoted in the Saturday Evening Post in 1948 ?!?!)

[Ben Meer @SystemSunday]

The best morning routine?

Starts the night before.

9 evening habits that make all the difference 👇

[Jason Ojalvo @ojalvo]

Weekends aren't a 'treat' https://t.co/qThyWLRWHo

[Jason Ojalvo @ojalvo]

Powerful career advice to do what you like, not what you want on your LinkedIn profile! https://t.co/NQ8Cpptc3w