Whether you’re looking to transition from the corporate world, you’re a recent graduate developing your CV, or a tech guru that just wants to keep learning, the list of useful startup skills is long, and growing. Whilst there are many opportunities you could explore to better yourself, and grow professionally, there is of course, the […]
Productivity
Why disappointment hurts so much, and how to handle it better
We all get disappointed sometimes. Not getting a job we applied for, not getting a raise at work, a project turning out worse than expected, a bad meal at our favourite restaurant—It’s impossible not to face disappointment. But sometimes it’s frustrating how much disappointment can get us down. Since we have to face it anyway, […]
How to actually set goals you can achieve, and then achieve them
I’m a goal setter. Not everyone is, but it’s something I enjoy doing. Goals give me purpose and drive, and help me get closer to the lifestyle and career I want in the longterm. While some people eschew goals entirely, research shows making progress toward your goals can improve your well-being and happiness. This effect […]
Two 20% rules to help you manage your energy and get more done
Every month I write a personal review. I look back at the goals I had for the previous month, and reflect on how I spent my time. Whenever I notice that I didn’t complete all my goals, my first reaction is to think I should have spent more time working. More hours is the obvious […]
What you wear affects your success at work more than you might think
Since I work from home, I can wear whatever I like. Usually that means a T-shirt, hoodie, and track pants in winter, and a T-shirt and shorts in summer. No shoes. It’s a far cry from when I worked in public, with other people around. Years ago when I worked in retail, I served a […]
How to find the time and motivation to build side projects
Google AdSense. Gmail. Uber. Instagram. Not only are these some of today’s most successful products, but they all have another thing in common: they each started as somebody’s side project. If you work in a creative field, no doubt you’re already familiar with the idea of side projects. Who among us can create new work […]