The Luxury of Time: Why Sometimes Convenience is Worth the Cost
Think carefully about when convenience has value beyond just saving time by fuelling productivity and creativity.
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Creating outside the realm of expectations is incredibly liberating.
Beyond the Classroom: How Actual Design Work Shapes Better Creatives
The most gifted designers didn't develop their talents just by reading books. They got there by doing the work.
New Year, New Lifestyle: How to Transform Your Habits for Better Outcomes
Progress requires self-compassion, not self-blame when you stumble.
Feeding Your Brain: How Daily Information Influences Future Ideas
The information we ingest today holds the seeds that blossom into the professional breakthroughs of tomorrow.
The Myth of the Perfect Start: Why Modesty Wins in the Long Run
Embrace the power of a humble beginning: Modest starts pave the way for grand achievements through persistence and adaptability
Designing Commitment: Why True Creative Passion Can't Be Bought
True creative passion—the kind that fuels visionary design and innovative ideas—must arise from within.
Designing Happiness: Why Your Greatest Competitor Should Be Your Past Self
However, the key to not just surviving but thriving in this competitive environment lies in a simple yet profound shift in mindset: measure your success against your past self, not others.
Navigating the Slow Season: Proactive Strategies for Freelancers
Traditionally, the end of the year marks a slow season for freelancers, particularly in fields like graphic design, writing, and other creative arts.
Time Tells All: Revealing Your Real Priorities Through Your Daily Habits
Our daily habits essentially "vote" for our real priorities, much more accurately than any aspirational goal or value statement.
From Passive to Proactive: Shifting Your Freelance Strategy in an Unpredictable Market
The winds of change are indeed blowing—it's time to adjust your freelance sails and navigate the unpredictable waters of the market with confidence and strategy.
Polite vs. Practical: How to Tell Which Feedback Fuels Your Freelance Career
Feedback should make you better, not just make you feel better.
Time Management: The Unsung Hero of Decision Making
Time management is a catalyst for superior decision-making.
Transitioning from Experimenting to Committing in Your Freelance Career
The freedom to work on a wide variety of jobs is one of the best parts of freelancing.
Why Your Ability to Influence Outcomes Matters in Freelancing
Influence isn't just about convincing people. It's about creating an atmosphere where your ideas are heard, respected, and ultimately acted upon.
Against the Grain: How to Thrive as a Non-Conformist Freelancer
Jen soon realised conformity was her enemy and non-conformity was her friend.