Data-Driven Decision-Making: A Personal Journey

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Welcome back to my diary of a Runpreneur. Today is the consecutive day of 1572, and I am excited to talk to you about a topic close to my heart—data-driven decision-making. Before diving in, I want to remind you to subscribe, share, like, and comment if you believe in my mission of saving children's lives by attempting the ultimate ultra-marathon of run vlogging on consecutive days, covering a distance equal to a lap of the world barefoot. The more people we reach, the more money we raise, and the more children's lives we save. This journey is why I lace up my shoes every single day. Thank you for your support, and now, let's get started.

Today, I want to discuss the profound impact data can have on decision-making, particularly reflecting on my personal life. First, apologies for the wind distortion you might hear; I'm running into a headwind today, which isn’t particularly enjoyable. Nonetheless, it’s a fitting backdrop, as life often presents us with headwinds when we are about to uncover something transformational.

Data has become a cornerstone of our existence, whether we realize it or not. Corporations, governments, and many organizations leverage data to make decisions that affect our daily lives. However, what’s truly astounding is the accessibility of data to us, the public. We hold the power to make informed decisions, and I experienced this first-hand.

For the past four years, I adhered to a pescatarian diet, avoiding all meat except fish. I had always assumed that all types of meat negatively impacted my health. This decision was firmly rooted in gut feeling rather than concrete evidence. However, data recently challenged my long-held beliefs.

I embarked on a series of health-related tests spanning over two weeks, utilizing a scientific data-driven health service called Zoe App. The results were eye-opening. Contrary to my belief, the data revealed that chicken and turkey breast could benefit my body. It wasn’t all meat affecting my health negatively—predominantly, it was red and processed meats.

I had indiscriminately lumped all meat into a single category, avoiding chicken and turkey for four years. Now, with the data in hand, I confidently look forward to eating freshly cooked chicken tonight. It dawned on me that relying solely on gut feelings had led me to make less optimal choices for my health.

The takeaway here is profound: when you have access to data, you make better, more informed decisions. It’s a simple yet powerful truth. Whether it's about diet, fitness, or any other aspect of life, leveraging data helps us make choices that better align with our goals and well-being.

I hope my story offers valuable insight into the importance of data-driven decisions. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to drop me a line. I respond to everyone.

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Warm regards,

Kevin Brittain