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Join The Grind – No More Zero Days

Feeling stuck or always procrastinating? This video breaks down the “No More Zero Days” mindset. A productivity method that helped me overcome procrastination and finally start getting things done. Whether you want to build better habits, achieve your goals, or just stop wasting time, this simple rule can change your life.

I explain the origin of the “No More Zero Days” concept from a legendary Reddit comment, the 4 key rules (including gratitude, self-forgiveness, and small daily actions), and how I personally applied it to transform my life — starting a YouTube channel, going paperless, building websites, and finally crushing my to-do list.

Join the grind. No more zero days.

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Welcome to ToasterBotnet – your home for self-improvement with a twist.

On this channel, we explore personal productivity, time management, and self-improvement through the lens of minimalism, creativity, and a bit of dark humor. Whether you’re looking to optimize your life, boost your personal finance game, or just enjoy a quirky take on becoming your best self, you’ve come to the right place.

Expect videos about:

  • Productivity hacks that actually work
  • Minimalist living (without turning into a monk)
  • Creative approaches to building habits and systems
  • Promotion strategies for creators and professionals
  • Thoughtful insights packed with weird jokes and smart edits

Subscribe if you’re into knowledge, creativity, and making your life a little less chaotic — one toaster at a time. 🧠🔥

Status Symbols Vs Minimalism

Are status symbols just expensive clutter? In this video, I rant about materialism, luxury brands, and why we’re obsessed with owning stuff we don’t need. From diamonds and Lambos to the 300,000 items in the average home. Our culture is drowning in consumerism. I explore how minimalism offers a better alternative and why having less can actually mean living more. If you’re into decluttering, intentional living, or just sick of flex culture, this one’s for you.

Growth Mindset VS Fixed Mindset

Are you stuck in a fixed mindset, or are you leveling up with a growth mindset? In this video, we explore the key differences between a growth mindset vs. fixed mindset and how your beliefs about intelligence, failure, and effort shape your life. Learn how to shift your perspective, embrace challenges, practice positive self-talk, and become the kind of person who thrives on self-improvement and personal growth. Whether you’re working on your goals or just trying to stop comparing yourself to others, this video will help you understand how mindset matters and how to make it work for you.

Mindset shift starts here. Watch now and take control of your future.

The Valley of Disappointment

Feeling stuck on your goals or side hustle? You might be in the Valley of Disappointment. In this video, I talk about the Plateau of Latent Potential, a concept made popular by James Clear in Atomic Habits. It’s that frustrating phase where you’re putting in tons of effort but seeing zero results. Whether you’re starting a YouTube channel (like me), learning a new skill, building a business, or working on self-improvement.

I share how this invisible growth phase works, why progress isn’t linear but exponential, and how to push through when motivation disappears. If you’ve ever wanted to quit because things feel pointless, this video is your wake-up call to keep going.

  • What is the Valley of Disappointment
  • Why progress feels slow but isn’t
  • How to build momentum through tiny habits
  • Why most people quit too early
  • How to survive the struggle phase and reach exponential payoff

If you’re stuck, burned out, or just want to git gud, this one’s for you.

Healthy Self-Improvement

Stop comparing! start evolving! In this video on healthy self-improvement, we dig into why “comparison is the thief of joy” and show you how to focus on your journey instead of chasing the Joneses.

  • How intrinsic motivation and daily goal-setting drive sustainable personal growth
  • Simple productivity hacks that make you 1 % better than yesterday. no burnout, no gimmicks
  • Ways to protect your mental health from the highlight-reel trap of social media comparison

Whether you want a six-pack, a bestseller, or just more peace of mind, these self-development tips and mindset shifts will help you build habits that stick. Hit play, level up, and keep growing!


Holistic self-improvement the fun way. I survived bad times and mental health problems and went from chaos to systems. Still online, Still not touching grass. Now I want to lock in and grow and share what I learn in the process. So here is my semi-ironic take on hustle culture. Everything you need to optimize and improve your personal life through the lense of a tech nerd and an internet addict. Improving while still having a laugh. And instead of demonizing technology and internet use, we can use it to offload cognition and handle the complexities of the modern world.

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Exponential Self-Improvement

Ready to level-up your life by just 1 percent a day? In this quick dive into exponential self-improvement, We unpack James Clear’s popular 1% Rule from Atomic Habits and show how tiny, compound micro-habits snowball into massive growth over a year. We’ll look at the famous British Cycling “marginal gains” story, then shift to practical tools: using a simple to-do list, smart time management, and a weekly planning session to keep your personal development, productivity, and goal-setting on track. Hit play and discover how small daily actions can make you 37× better in a year.

My Bank Account Model

Skip the spreadsheets. here’s a simple four-account system that keeps your money organized without hardcore budgeting. In this video I share my personal bank-account model:

  • Checking for bills & income: your money hub, set to autopay utilities and rent.
  • Emergency + investment savings: a separate savings account that builds your emergency fund and long-term retirement investments.
  • Short-term savings: a pot for big purchases, vacations, and guilt-free splurges.
  • Daily-spend checking: a consumption account for groceries, subscriptions, eating out, and other true expenses.

By automatically routing your paycheck into these targeted accounts, you get instant visibility of fixed costs, day-to-day spending, and progress toward financial goals. No complicated software needed. If you want better money management, financial automation, and more control over your finances without the hassle of a traditional budget, this multiple-bank-account method might give you some inspiration.

Checklists

Discover why checklists are the ultimate safety net, time-saver, and productivity hack. Inspired by Dr. Atul Gawande’s “The Checklist Manifesto,” we dive into how surgeons, pilots, and the construction industry slash human error with simple, repeatable steps. How a surgical checklist cut complications by 30 % and deaths by nearly 50 %, and how you can use the same idea to streamline your morning routine, vacation packing, YouTube editing workflow, computer setup, and more.

Interest Rates and Central Banks

Confused by soaring interest rates, runaway inflation, and all the noise about the money printer? In this episode of Toasterbotnet, we unpack what the Federal Reserve (Fed) and European Central Bank (ECB) are really doing with monetary policy. From years of quantitative easing (QE) to today’s shift into quantitative tightening (QT).

  • How central banks set the federal funds rate / Leitzins and why it moves markets
  • The link between QE, money supply, and bear markets
  • Why higher rates hit stocks, bonds, mortgages, and national debt differently
  • Smart investor moves in a potential recession (think long-term, dollar-cost averaging)

Whether you’re a beginner or market veteran, you’ll leave with a clearer view of where the global economy stands and what it means for your portfolio.

5 Basic Productivity Apps

Struggling to “get your shit together”? In this video I break down the 5 essential productivity apps you need to finally feel organized:

  1. Notes app (Synology Notes, Evernote, Apple Notes) for quick idea capture
  2. To-do app (Todoist) to run a GTD-style task list without relying on memory
  3. Calendar app to lock in appointments and plan ahead
  4. Cloud file storage (Synology Drive, Google Drive, Dropbox) so contracts and PDFs are always one click away
  5. Budget planner (YNAB or a simple Excel sheet) to track spending and improve your finances

You’ll learn how I funnel every new piece of information or new tasks, dates, documents, or dollars into one of these five tools, cutting stress and freeing up mental energy. If you’re tired of chaos and want a simple system that actually works, hit play and start taking control today.

Petersonpilled Peterson Fanboys

Just poking a little fun at Sigma Grindset Petersonpilled Improoovers. Lobsters all the way down. Don’t take it too seriously. Even if you are a Jordan Peterson fan, I love you! Keep improving. No hard feelings please.

I actually made a serious video about Jordan Peterson’s “Clean Your Room” Philosophy, which I think is pretty cool. Check it out here:
AIM Low Enough – How To Get Started With Self-Improvement According To Jordan Peterson

Living Paperless

Tired of drowning in paperwork? In this episode I tear up my last sheet of paper and dive into paperless living. Talking about how to scan, OCR, tag, back-up and shred your way to a clutter-free life. I walk through my real-world workflow: using a phone scanner or dedicated document scanner, saving everything as searchable PDFs, storing it on a NAS or cloud storage, and protecting it with the 3-2-1 backup rule (three copies, two media types, one off-site).

Whether you’re into minimalism, productivity hacks, digital organization, or just want to future-proof your records against fire, theft or a zombie apocalypse, this video has you covered. Plus, I show the handy mail-scan service that stops new paper at the door. Put in the effort once and reap time savings forever.

Opportunity 2022

2022’s market meltdown isn’t just doomscroll fodder. it’s a once-in-a-generation buying window. Yes, we’re knee-deep in recession talk and headlines scream “crash,” but history shows broad equities rebound ~7–8 % a year over the long haul. For anyone with a 10- to 20-year horizon, “buy the dip” isn’t a meme; it’s math. Dollar-cost average into diversified index funds (think MSCI World or S&P 500) or undervalued blue-chips, keep adding whether prices sink or surge, and let compound growth do the dirty work. Cash rots under inflation; equities eventually recover. No crystal ball, no perfect bottom… just steady, systematic buying. Control your emotions, ignore the noise, and future-you will thank present-you. Not financial advice! Just one idiot stacking shares.

Scheduling Tasks

Stop Procrastinating: How Scheduling Can Fix Your To-Do List Overload
Struggling with motivation and watching your to-do list grow out of control? In this video, We break down a simple but powerful system: scheduling your tasks. Whether you prefer time blocking your calendar or assigning due dates day by day, the key is to stop letting tasks float aimlessly and start giving them a place in your week. Learn how to plan smarter, avoid burnout, and make consistent progress on your goals without becoming a productivity robot. Small steps, done daily, lead to big results.

Dividend Investing

Dividend Investing: Build Long-Term Cashflow With Stocks
In this video, we break down dividend investing. A strategy where you pick stocks or ETFs that pay regular dividends to create passive income and cashflow over time. I explain how I use a buy-and-hold approach with blue chip companies, diversify across sectors and countries, and track my dividend growth to stay motivated.

We’ll cover the pros and cons of dividend stocks, including steady income during market downturns, the tradeoff with growth stocks, tax considerations, and the patience needed for compounding to kick in. Whether you’re curious about dividend ETFs (like Dividend Aristocrats) or picking individual stocks, this is a no-nonsense, beginner-friendly take on making your money work for you.

⚠️ Not financial advice – do your own research xD

Minimalism

In this video, We dive into my journey with minimalism and how decluttering changed my life. Minimalism isn’t about living like a monk. It’s about letting go of the stuff that doesn’t bring joy and creating space for what really matters. From going paperless to adopting a ‘1-in-2-out’ rule, I share how simplifying my home brought mental clarity and freedom. If you’re curious about how minimalism can make your life easier and less stressful, this one’s for you. Featuring thoughts on consumerism, the Marie Kondo approach (done properly), and why less really is more.”

Hacking Your Brain To Be Productive

In this Video, We are diving deep into how to hack your brain for productivity by weaponizing the dopamine loop — the same one that keeps you endlessly scrolling memes and social media.

We’re turning that addictive dopamine feedback cycle into a productivity tool by rewiring your brain to crave ticking off tasks on your ToDo list. Sound insane? It kind of is… but it works.

I’ll show you how I trained myself to get actual dopamine hits from apps like Todoist, and how you can build habits that make being productive feel just as good as scrolling for rare Pepes. If you’ve ever wanted to use your digital addiction for good, this one’s for you.

Get ready to weaponize your dopamine and hack your brain into a productivity machine.

Personal Finance

Learn the basics of personal finance and how to save, budget, and invest for your future without overcomplicating it. In this video, I share the exact steps I took to go from broke to building an emergency fund, tracking spending, and investing in stocks and ETFs for retirement. Whether you’re new to money management or just want to stop living paycheck to paycheck, this guide will help you get started with savings, budgeting apps like YNAB, and setting up automated investments. Simple, practical, and beginner-friendly tips to take control of your finances today.

Time Management and Productivity

In this video, I share my practical approach to productivity and time management. No toxic hustle culture, just simple strategies to help you organize your life, free up mental energy, and make consistent progress. I’ll walk you through braindumping, setting goals, building systems, prioritizing tasks, and the power of “No More Zero Days” to stay on track. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by adulting or want to simplify your routines and get your stuff together, this video is for you.

  • Organize your thoughts and tasks effectively
  • Build systems that work on autopilot
  • Prioritize what really matters
  • Use small daily actions to create big long-term change

Whether you’re new to productivity or want fresh ideas for managing your time better, join me on this journey to simplify life and take control of your time.