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What is Mike Michelini Up To Now – August 3–9, 2025

In now by Michael Michelini

What Mike Michelini is up to Now – August 3–9, 2025 Listen as audio here [3.41 minutes long] (or scroll down for text) This weekend, I’m on a family vacation, taking a last-minute opportunity to bond with my kids before they start school. We’re driving two hours outside Chiang Mai for some much-needed relaxation and quality time together. As you …

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Experiences in Temple 4: Silence is Power

In blog, Books, motivation, travel by Michael Michelini

Back at my desk on Monday morning after “Temple 4,” my fourth silent meditation retreat and third at Wat Umong, a serene temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. For those curious about Wat Umong’s rules and policies, I’ve created an AI transcription here. This post shares my experiences and insights from this transformative retreat, held on July 28, 2025. As my …

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What is Mike Michelini Up To Now – July 26 – August 1, 2025

In now by Michael Michelini

What Mike Michelini is up to Now – July 26 – August 1, 2025 Listen as audio here [3.05 minutes long] (or scroll down for text) I’ll be wrapping up a 3-day silent meditation retreat at Wat Umong (Tunnel Temple) on Sunday, marking my fourth session (“Temple 4”). If you’re curious, check out my previous experiences at mikesblog.com/temple, /temple2, /temple3, …

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What is Mike Michelini Up To Now – July 20–26, 2025

In now by Michael Michelini

What Mike Michelini is up to Now – July 20–26, 2025 Listen as audio here [3.38 minutes long] (or scroll down for text) I’m back in Chiang Mai after an incredible week traveling across southern Thailand—Pattaya, Bangkok, and Hua Hin. The highlight was an unforgettable mastermind with 10 top-tier sellers. We dove deep into sharing software, tools, and experiences in …

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Cross-Border Mastermind Pattaya 2025: 4 Days of E-Commerce and Amazon FBA Growth

In blog, business, e-commerce, Events, travel, vlog by Michael Michelini

As we wrap up the final morning of the Cross-Border Mastermind Pattaya 2025, I’m buzzing with energy from four incredible days of learning, sharing, and growth. This year, we extended the event to 4 days and 3 nights (up from 3 days and 2 nights), striking the perfect balance between intense mastermind sessions and unforgettable experiences in Pattaya, Thailand. The …

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What is Mike Michelini Up To Now – July 13 – 19, 2025

In now by Michael Michelini

What Mike Michelini is up to Now – July 13 – 19, 2025 Listen as audio here [2.39 minutes long] (or scroll down for text) This week is all about action, networking, and growth! While some weeks are filled with admin and computer work, this one is dynamic and focused on leveling up. From Sunday to Wednesday, we’ll host the …

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Startup Forest: The Lasting Impact of Startup Weekend in China

In blog, business, china business, e-commerce, Events, vlog by Michael Michelini

It’s incredibly rewarding to witness the enduring impact of the efforts we poured into building the startup community in China over a decade ago. This past weekend, June 27–29, 2025, Hangzhou, China, hosted the inaugural Startup Forest event, a testament to the legacy of those early initiatives. I learned about the event when Joey, a participant from a Startup Weekend …

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What is Mike Michelini Up To Now – July 6 – 12, 2025

In now by Michael Michelini

What Mike Michelini is up to Now – July 6 – 12, 2025 Listen as audio here [2.59 minutes long] (or scroll down for text) This week promises to be intense, with a focus on administrative and financial tasks across our ventures. While others may be on vacation, I’m doubling down on work—tackling the necessary but challenging tasks to level …

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Retreat & Recharge: Exploring the Open House at Pirom House in Chiang Mai

In blog, motivation, travel, vlog by Michael Michelini

On Saturday, June 28, 2025, I had the privilege of attending the open house for Pirom House, a serene new venture by my friend and Chiang Mai business leader, Lone. Nestled in the tranquil jungle hills of Ban Pong, just off Samoeng Road, Pirom House is a haven designed for those seeking mindfulness and respite in an increasingly fast-paced, AI-driven …

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What is Mike Michelini Up To Now – June 29 – July 5, 2025

In now by Michael Michelini

What Mike Michelini is up to Now – June 29 – July 5, 2025 Listen as audio here [2.04 minutes long] (or scroll down for text) Happy July 4th week, everyone! It’s a festive time in the USA, but it’s a full workweek here in Thailand as we gear up for the GFAVIP Villa Mastermind in two weeks. This milestone …

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Rekt Survivor: A Journey Through Web2 and Web3 Epic Fails

In blog, business, e-commerce, Events, vlog by Michael Michelini

Fortune favors the bold—or perhaps those who get “rekt” and keep pushing forward. My name is Mike Michelini, and I’m thrilled to share my experiences as part of the “Rekt Survivor” group, founded by Mark Koh in Bangkok. This community brings together individuals who’ve endured the wild ups and downs of crypto and traditional business, yet remain standing. Today, I’m …

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What is Mike Michelini Up To Now? June 22–28, 2025

In News by Michael Michelini

What Mike Michelini is up to Now – June 22–28, 2025 Listen as audio here [1.54 minutes long] (or scroll down for text) Last week was action-packed with a three-day trip to Bangkok, where the highlight was speaking at the RektSurvivor Web3 event, one of my favorite communities in the space.

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What is Mike Michelini Up To Now – June 15 – 21, 2025

In now by Michael Michelini

What Mike Michelini is up to Now – June 15 – 21, 2025 Listen as audio here [1.32 minutes long] (or scroll down for text) Enjoying Father’s Day, blessed with an amazing family. Another week of building, learning, and creating with not much travel/networking. Building up for some upcoming networking, but I like weeks of hard, deep work, and then …

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What Mike Michelini Is Up To: June 8 – 14, 2025

In now by Michael Michelini

What Mike Michelini is up to Now – June 8 – 14, 2025 Listen as audio here [2 minutes long] (or scroll down for text) Lately, I’ve been embracing a quieter rhythm, as things seem to be running more smoothly. My focus has shifted toward being a dad—my kids are absolutely loving rock climbing (Thanks Larry)! The world feels like …

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Uniswap Visiting Chiang Mai

In blog, business, e-commerce, vlog by Michael Michelini

Bridging some of the connections I’ve made over the years doing all these web3 events across Asia it was a pleasure to help out my friend James, APAC CM lead at Uniswap, to get the first Uniswap meetup here in Chiang Mai, Thailand. He flew up for a couple days and hit the ground running – Wednesday, May 28, 2025, …