# Personal (Non-Business) — Updated 2026-04-08

## Current Reality & Burnout (April 2026)
- **Burnout Limit Reached**: The heavy routine (early gym + 12h site days + evening startup window) resulted in severe burnout by April 2. Michael is taking a step back to recover.
- **Delegation Shift**: Directed Rivet to assume executive control. Agent autonomy is critical for maintaining momentum while he rests.

## Load Management & Risk Factors
- **Cognitive Load**: High burden managing the $915M Powerhouse Museum Parramatta project + startup.
- **Time Scarcity**: The 90-minute evening build window was the scarcest resource, now further limited by recovery.
- **Physical Durability**: Hip issues from years of steelfixing require careful management (0.25kg microplates, hip-aware training).

## Motivational Anchors
- **Long-Term Vision**: RateRight is an escape from 30 years of physical labor, not a money grab.
- **Reputation Protection**: 30-year construction network credibility is non-negotiable.
- **Family Backing**: Strong support system is a key motivational factor.

## Personal Patterns
- **Communication**: Values direct, practical action over corporate speak.
- **Identity Balance**: Site operator by day, founder by night. Maintains clear separation.
- **Admin/Timesheets**: Jo handles timesheets via WhatsApp. Friday April 3rd, 2026 is a paid public holiday. Need to manually send hours due to WhatsApp errors.
- **Resilience**: Demonstrated composure during crises, and correctly identified his breaking point to prevent total collapse.