5 Self-Care Strategies for Stress
This year so far has been challenging, to say the least. Some are trying to figure out how to make ends meet after experiencing significant financial setbacks. Others are exhausted from home-schooling and looking after their young families at home day-in and day-out. Some are battling illness or loss. And of course, there are those who are working on the front lines of this crisis. (Thank you!) Feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression threaten many of us. That’s why, no matter what your situation, I believe self-care and balance are more important than ever during this time. But what does that look really like? I had to ask myself this…
How to Change Your Mindset for Success by Auditing Your Mental Diet
I really do believe that mindset is everything. Because whether you’re trying to get fit, start a business, or just be a happier person, you’re not going to reach your goals if you’re not in the right headspace. But sometimes achieving that “growth mindset” is a lot easier said than done. I’ve come to think that’s because, in most cases, a true change in mindset is more than just a conscious choice to think differently. Because choosing to think a positive thought is rarely enough on its own to change your perspective about something. That’s why I think that a true mindset change comes from a culmination of what you…
7 Signs You Will Be an Effective Leader
What are the signs of a good leader, and how the heck are you supposed to become one? It’s not like there was a “Leadership 101” course in high school. Speaking of school, remember what a shock it was when you graduated? Up to that point, you’d been learning English, math, science, and history for most of your life. You were tested, grilled, and graded on those subjects as if your whole future depended on them. Then – rather abruptly – you’re out in the real world and expected to make serious choices, like an adult, that can affect the rest of your life. What are you going to do…
How to Actually Follow Through with Long-Term Goals
I know all too well what it’s like to start the day off with the best intentions only to flake faster than a day-old croissant. Because let’s face it, knowing how to actually follow through on goals is hard. Especially the long-term ones. And there always seems to be some external factor at play that prevents you from following through. Like when I was going to sit down and write an article, but couldn’t because my inbox was exploding and I just had to spend the next hour answering emails. Or when I was going to make a healthy lunch to bring to work but there just wasn’t enough time…
You Won’t Be an “Overnight Success” – But That’s a Good Thing
We freelancers and bloggers see it on Facebook, Instagram, and everywhere else on the internet every single day. A news story about a 23-year old making six figures within months of launching their business. Or a blogger in your Facebook group who made $1000 of passive income within a month of their website going live. These “overnight success” stories should be inspiring to us – and they are, to a point – but inevitably, they cause us to look at our own progress, or lack thereof, and start wondering what we’re doing wrong. Today, I’m here to tell you if you’re actively working towards your goal, then you’re not doing…
7 Things I Wish I Knew About Career Success 10 Years Ago
Ten years ago, I was in an entry-level receptionist position with little idea of what career success would look like, or what my goals should be. I wasted a ton of time worrying about what I was doing with my life and feeling downtrodden about the fact that I’d “wasted” four years in college in the “wrong field”. And although it was a decade ago, I still remember with clarity what it felt like to be a young professional trying to figure out what the heck they’re doing. If you can relate, maybe you will benefit from these 7 things I learned after 10+ years into my trek for…
Looking Back to Move Forward: How to Stay Motivated on Your Journey
The first time I tried to start a business, I was ten. My parents had just bought me a book called, How to Draw Animals. After a week of doodling wolves, lions, and horses, I believed myself to be a true artist. So I taped a sign to my bedroom door with a list of my drawing services and fees. Alas, this business model was doomed to fail. My mom turned out to be my only client, who paid me a dollar to draw her a giraffe. And that was the start and end to my decidedly unsuccessful career as a freelance wildlife artist. But it makes me wonder…
Side-Hustle Productivity 101: Simple Ways to Get More Done in Your Side-Biz
It’s easy to get excited about starting a service-based side-business. After all, who doesn’t love the idea of extra income? But finding your first customers can be tough. It starts getting even trickier when you actually start landing clients; now you need to deliver on the high-quality service that you promised! So now you need to balance finding clients and servicing them with your full-time job. (Not to mention any other obligations you might have.) It can become quite the juggling act, as you may already be well aware! We don’t have the luxury of dedicating all the time in the world to our side-hustle (or else it wouldn’t be…
6 Awesome Uses for Trello to Organize Your Life
If you’ve been following this blog for a while, you’ll know that I love finding new uses for Trello. I have no association with Trello whatsoever (aside from getting a free month of Gold membership every time someone signs up through my referral link). But I declare my love of Trello so often, you’d think I work in their marketing department. But what’s not to love? It sounds dramatic, but Trello changed my life. And with over 14 million other Trello users out there, I’m sure I’m not the only one who feels this way. That’s the power of organization. Better still, its a completely free tool that you can…
Transformative New Year’s Resolution Ideas That Will Stick
There seems to be two extremes when it comes to New Year’s resolution ideas: Those who think they’re pointless, and those who hang all their hopes and dreams on them. (And usually give up on them within days.) I think somewhere in the middle is where the magic can happen. Yes, personal development is something you can (and should) focus on any time of the year, not just New Year’s Day. But for many, the new year is a natural springboard for launching some new healthy habits. So if Jan 1 is motivating you to make some positive changes, go ahead and take advantage! ** My blog posts contain affiliate…
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