We often hear we’re in a rat race. But what if we’re not?

What if we’re all just on uniquely challenging (and sometimes messy) journeys—trying to figure out how to live better, work smarter, and build a life on our own terms?

This newsletter is my way of sharing the lessons I’ve learned—and continue to learn—across strategy, technology, and operations, so you can skip the trial-and-error and fast-track your growth.

From automations that free up time, to frameworks that improve decision-making, to reflections on building sustainable wealth and wellness—expect actionable insights with zero fluff.

What You’ll Get:

• Real-world stories from the trenches of corporate India

• Simple breakdowns of complex ideas in tech, ops, and business strategy

• Ideas on building parallel income streams and designing freedom

• Occasional behind-the-scenes of my own wins, missteps, and experiments

About Me

I’m Nipun Iyer—an engineer + MBA working at the intersection of process improvements, automation, and program management at global companies in India.

Over the past 2.5 years, I’ve been obsessed with optimizing not just systems at work—but also the systems that run our lives: wealth, health, and mindset.

I’ve built a small but growing audience with:

• ~3K followers on LinkedIn

• 600+ on X

• 150+ on Medium

• And yes—earned my first dollar through writing 💸

Now, I’m on a mission to build a life of freedom and independence, and help others do the same—starting with what I know best: strategy, tech, and ops.

Let’s Build This Together.

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