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This is how most people sabotage themselves
When was the last time you challenged a negative thought you had? How we think (positively or negatively) sets the stage for how we feel, influencing our actions. Like a domino effect, the cycle continues, gaining momentum with each thought and action. The bottom line is this: our relationship with
The real cure for burnout
Every article on Forbes or Entrepreneur echos the same advice, "more self-care, finding balance, or take a break." This overplayed, generic advice only addresses the symptoms of burnout, not the root cause. I dive much deeper into this in my burnout masterclass, but it's essential to address the root cause,
How to build an antifragile mind
Lately, my LinkedIn feed has been littered with posts of layoffs and more people #OpentoWork, especially in the tech space. I've had more conversations than usual with others suffering setbacks in their businesses or getting let go from their roles as they try to figure out what's next. When was
Considering a pivot?
Are you on the brink of a pivot in your career or business? Making a career shift is never simple. It requires introspection, risk-taking, and a leap of faith. That said, ask yourself three questions before taking the leap: 1. What are my strengths, and how do they align with
What does work mean to you?
A reader recently asked, "Is it weird I only view work as an exchange of time for money?" It's easy to assume that he may not be doing work that allows him to use his strengths and feel energized every day. Or that if he understood his values more clearly,
A near-death experience
Have you ever had a near-death experience? Or have you faced a traumatic event? If you have, it probably made you question your values. Many people say they've experienced a shift or change in perspective on how they live their lives as a result. They report a greater appreciation for
Do you know your flow triggers?
Have you ever been so engrossed in a challenging task that you completely lost track of time, experiencing immense joy, satisfaction, and fulfillment as you worked? Have you ever found yourself seamlessly transitioning between jobs, with time flying by, and before you knew it, hours had passed? That feeling you
Your perfect day at work
What does the perfect day at work look like to you? Have you ever taken the time to think about it? If you could experience the perfect workday, what would you be doing? Whether you're an entrepreneur, climbing the corporate ladder, or selling donuts out of the back of your
Developing resilience as an entrepreneur
Hey there, fabulous folks! This week, I'm coming to you from the caffeine mothership, a.k.a Starbucks. I know, I know, I almost always avoid the chains and hit the local spots, but today we're settling for burnt coffee. It's just closer to the homestead. I'm on my second
The overlooked entrepreneurial superpower
What's the entrepreneur's most honorable, critical, overlooked, and underrated character trait? Resilience. Resilience plays a significant role in our journey as entrepreneurs, giving us the confidence to take risks, pushing us through the challenging early stages, overcoming growing pains, carrying us from startup to maturity, and so much more. Despite
