Dr Alex ‘Aplox’ Porter
@_Aplox
Building Scientific Software & Data Platforms | Former Esports Coach | AI, Productivity & High Performance
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My reflections on 2024.
This is quite a long one so, just for clarity,
tldr; stepping back from esports, focussing on other projects but I will still be around and following the scene.
Things I’m personally proud of this year:
⁃Secured a permanent job at my workplace (and a pretty big raise to go alongside that)
⁃Grew my YouTube channel and got over 2500 hours of watch time and +350 subs. Maybe it’s not that much but I am very happy given the niche nature of my message.
⁃Continued to support some really talented individuals in pursuing their goals.
Reflections:
Esports has been a huge passion of mine for many years but I have noticed my life goals diverging from my actions. I certainly could’ve achieved YouTube partner this year and really pushed my course and individual coaching but I’ve realised that, as a career, it’s no longer something I want to pursue.
At some point I’d love to own my own organisation, but I’d need the capital to do this in a way that would achieve my standards and, as such, is something I will aim for in the next 5-10 years.
I’ve always run head first at my goals and given them my all and so I know it’s now time to take a step back from esports. I know I haven’t been giving it my best for the latter part of this year and so it’s time for a break.
For now, I will be leaving esports to rest and focussing on some other entrepreneurial projects.
I will of course be fulfilling any outstanding orders but have removed the option to purchase coaching from me in my website.
This doesn’t mean walking away for ever or that I’m not going to be around. For the many people I have supported; I don’t expect this to change, my passion for helping others grow hasn’t even slightly faded and so expect me to keep on poking and pushing you!
I’m still always going to be available for a chat, to anyone.
From a broader, long-term, perspective on my journey in esports. Esports coaching is something I’ve loved and only learned this because of the path I took. It has been so worth it and I’ve learned more than I could have ever hoped, about myself and about working with others, but it’s always just been about helping people and solving difficult challenges - the esports part of it was never the most important bit.
I think this is something that’s so important. I’ve learned so many skills that make me a better person and a more productive one. Equipping me with knowledge that, certainly in my career, put me a step ahead. I’ve also learned about my own motivations, about my love for helping others and solving problems - which only focussed my path.
For those of you still on the esports journey, enjoy it, take in every moment and don’t forget to give yourself a chance to reflect on what you’ve learned, about yourself and what you can do, as well as what you have achieved.
This is quite a long one so, just for clarity,
tldr; stepping back from esports, focussing on other projects but I will still be around and following the scene.
Things I’m personally proud of this year:
⁃Secured a permanent job at my workplace (and a pretty big raise to go alongside that)
⁃Grew my YouTube channel and got over 2500 hours of watch time and +350 subs. Maybe it’s not that much but I am very happy given the niche nature of my message.
⁃Continued to support some really talented individuals in pursuing their goals.
Reflections:
Esports has been a huge passion of mine for many years but I have noticed my life goals diverging from my actions. I certainly could’ve achieved YouTube partner this year and really pushed my course and individual coaching but I’ve realised that, as a career, it’s no longer something I want to pursue.
At some point I’d love to own my own organisation, but I’d need the capital to do this in a way that would achieve my standards and, as such, is something I will aim for in the next 5-10 years.
I’ve always run head first at my goals and given them my all and so I know it’s now time to take a step back from esports. I know I haven’t been giving it my best for the latter part of this year and so it’s time for a break.
For now, I will be leaving esports to rest and focussing on some other entrepreneurial projects.
I will of course be fulfilling any outstanding orders but have removed the option to purchase coaching from me in my website.
This doesn’t mean walking away for ever or that I’m not going to be around. For the many people I have supported; I don’t expect this to change, my passion for helping others grow hasn’t even slightly faded and so expect me to keep on poking and pushing you!
I’m still always going to be available for a chat, to anyone.
From a broader, long-term, perspective on my journey in esports. Esports coaching is something I’ve loved and only learned this because of the path I took. It has been so worth it and I’ve learned more than I could have ever hoped, about myself and about working with others, but it’s always just been about helping people and solving difficult challenges - the esports part of it was never the most important bit.
I think this is something that’s so important. I’ve learned so many skills that make me a better person and a more productive one. Equipping me with knowledge that, certainly in my career, put me a step ahead. I’ve also learned about my own motivations, about my love for helping others and solving problems - which only focussed my path.
For those of you still on the esports journey, enjoy it, take in every moment and don’t forget to give yourself a chance to reflect on what you’ve learned, about yourself and what you can do, as well as what you have achieved.
Been quiet for a while but wanted to share something positive:
I know that times are tough and so, for a limited time;
I have made my coaching mentorship program open-access.
Anyone can now view the course, for free.
See curriculum below, link in comments.
I know that times are tough and so, for a limited time;
I have made my coaching mentorship program open-access.
Anyone can now view the course, for free.
See curriculum below, link in comments.
Stacked… best of luck guys!
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28 is the new 23… right?
Scary how 28 really feels like a boomer in the esports world 😂
Scary how 28 really feels like a boomer in the esports world 😂