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Listening works better when you don’t have a clue
Sometimes knowing stuff gets in the way of listening. By setting that aside, we can hear what’s not being said and get to the true work.
The sweet spot between support and challenge
Meaningful change happens when you feel both supported and challenged.
Criticism is a Wish in Defenses
Our judgemental thoughts weigh us down like heavy armor. Here’s a simple way to let the defensiveness go.
Answering tough questions on the Half-Finished to Done Podcast
In this episode of the Half-Finished to Done podcast, Cristina Roman and I spend a quick 50 minutes sharing what truly works for being your most productive self — especially when you’re not feeling your best.
It all starts with your vision…get it sorted here
What’s the difference between strategy and tactics? Who cares about a Vision Statement? What’s my mission? Read on to demystify all these terms and get started with your big plans
Do Future You a Favour
When we're feeling tired or burnt out, it can be especially hard to make smart choices. Give yourself a break by creating a list of options of the things you know will replenish your energy and give yourself the calm you need. Future you will thank you!
You need a compelling reason
Without compelling reasons for doing your work, you’re making things harder on yourself. Learn about compelling reasons, why you need them, and how to achieve your goals quicker and easier.
The Art of Reframing
Through a simple reframe of an unhelpful thought, you can reduce dread, increase motivation, and feel clear about the work ahead. All it takes is a moment and a little creative thinking.
The Fuel Tank Worksheet: your roadmap for change
The Fuel Tank worksheet is an easy way to visualise the four areas you will master to achieve your goals. From Self-care to Resilience to Capacity and ultimately, Transformation, this is your roadmap for change.
Am I still a Creative if I’m not actively creating stuff?
When we confuse who we are (the noun) with what we do (the verb), and vice versa, we make work harder for ourselves. Get out of your own way by putting your time and ego in the right place.
Right-sizing and Right-shaping your goals
The Accomplishment Triad is all about the courage, effort, and skill needed to feel good about your work. Here we take this concept even further with right-sizing and right-shaping our goals.
It’s all about feelings — even if you’re not a “feelings” person
There is something important that lives behind every feeling: a thought. Using the Thought Model, we can see the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and actions.
How to feel your achievements (and not your mistakes)
Feelings of accomplishment require three things: courage, effort, and skill. Which do you need more of?
When you’re stuck and can’t decide…
Decide from a strong position. Instead of comparing pros and cons, make a Best of Both Worlds List.
The cost of doing nothing
The opportunity cost of doing nothing is what you lose by carrying on as is versus doing the thing that requires effort.