#174 - The Sandbox Adventure

The Sprinkler Nerd Show

Today, I’m sharing the story of my six-month recharge. Six months that pulled me out of my comfort zone and into a world of new challenges, new skills, and new possibilities. This wasn’t a vacation—it was six months of diving into the sandbox, experimenting, and solving problems I’d never faced before. And here’s the thing: If I can do this, you can too. So, join me on this creative adventure as we look ahead to 2025 and all the possibilities waiting for us. This is the story of my six-month recharge —-- six months that transformed how I think, work, and approach challenges. This wasn’t a break or a vacation. It was six months of diving into the sandbox—learning, experimenting, and tackling problems I’d never faced before. I stepped out of irrigation and into the fast-moving world of IoT. The Sandbox Adventure Here’s what happened:

• I invented new IoT products. I developed a wireless cloud solution to connect industrial weigh scales to the cloud—something that hadn’t been done before.
• I learned to set up a Raspberry Pi. This opened the door to new technical possibilities.
• I dove into LoRa. I explored how this long-range wireless technology is shaping IoT.
• I attended the largest LoRa conference in Amsterdam. It gave me a front-row seat to the next big technology curve.

In six months, I gained more skills than in the last six years. Why the Sandbox Matters This wasn’t just about learning new skills—it was about embracing the unknown. The sandbox is where you play, experiment, and solve problems without fear of failure. It’s where you push boundaries and ask, What if? These six months pulled me away from irrigation and into the broader IoT world, where the future is being built. Here’s what I want you to take away from this: Growth happens in the sandbox. It’s where you take risks, build, and learn about yourself. You don’t need to know everything or have a perfect plan. You just need to step in, get your hands dirty, and start creating. If I can do this, you can too. 2025 is your year to play in your own sandbox, to learn, grow, and build something extraordinary. So, let’s do this together. Join me on this creative adventure. The sandbox is waiting, and the best part? You’re already holding the tools.