Whether it’s a marketplace for pet sitters or a blog about something you’re passionate about: a lot of us have probably thought about starting a business one day. If you’ve read other posts of mine before, you might know that I started my freelancing business last year. And this blog, of course! But I don’t […]
Tips for Productivity & Motivation
How can I become more productive? How do I find motivation?
Most of us strive for a productive lifestyle where no time is wasted. We want to wake up motivated. We want to tackle our to-do list first thing in the morning and get work done on time. And of course, we also strive for that sweet work-life balance everyone is talking about.
But the reality isn’t always so easy. That’s why you’ll find actually realistic and helpful productivity tips and this category. Discover how to get work done efficiently, find motivation and still have a personal life.
How to see every day as a new beginning
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A lot of us are used to seeing certain events and milestones as a new beginning. So many resolutions are formed during New Year’s, on our birthday, for the new school year, etc. And when we fail to keep up with them, as we so often do, we assume that that was it. Instead of […]
3 reasons why turning off your phone will make you more creative
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Have you ever noticed how whenever you’re waiting or bored, you automatically take out your phone? We’re probably all guilty of checking social media and/or playing games on our phones way too much. I know I am. Being on your phone is great to pass the time. It gives you the impression of being occupied. […]
How to cope when you have too much to do
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We all know the feeling: you have so much work to tackle that you probably won’t be done until the end of the year. And as always when you have too much to do, new tasks just keep coming in! As a result, you’re feeling incredibly stressed, don’t know where to start, and keep jumping […]
How to tackle a big project in a stress-free way
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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by a big, long-term task? I know I do! It can be hard to tackle a big project because you just don’t know where to start. And if you’re anything like me, you might also hate not being able to finish something in one day. Big projects can seem stressful […]
How to stop wasting time on bad business advice
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You might hate me after reading this post about business advice. Or you might feel like I’m speaking right from your heart. In any case, there is way too much business advice on the internet, and that is exactly why I need to add my own into the mix. Doesn’t sound logical? Just keep reading. […]
How to organise your day when working from home
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Working from home is great. It gives you freedom, flexibility and the opportunity to plan your daily routine in a way that suits you best. But like everything else, it also has its downsides. You’re more prone to procrastination, distraction, working until late at night and forgetting to socialise. Basically, it’s not that easy to […]
6 ways to be productive in the morning
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Logically, mornings should be the most productive time of our day. We just got up, we had no time yet to get tired or be in a bad mood, and we have the whole day ahead of us. What better time to get working on our to-do list? Yet in reality, things don’t always work […]
3 ways to keep learning new things and progress
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Everyone says it, I always say it, and I’m going to say it again: you need to keep learning new things in order to progress. New information can inspire you. It can help you understand how to be a better version of yourself. And most of all, it can help you look at familiar things […]
How to be motivated and productive every day
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Do you want to be motivated every day? Productive all day long? Then this article is for you. Accept the truth: constant motivation is a myth Motivation seems to be something that everyone is striving for. Everyone wishes to be motivated and productive every day. Everyone is looking for that secret ingredient that will help […]
How to keep progressing when you feel stuck
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Have you ever had this feeling? You want to keep progressing. You know that there’s still so much to do to even get close to your goals. And yet you have no idea what your next step should be. For me, it comes in waves. I either have 50 things I want to do all […]
How to achieve long-term goals in a stress-free way
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Before I tell you how to achieve long-term goals, you have to understand one thing about me: I have absolutely no willpower. I have never, ever succeeded in forcing myself to do anything. No diet, no workout plan has ever lasted more than two days for me. All the tips I will give you in […]
How to prioritise tasks and be super productive
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Do you struggle to prioritise tasks when you have a big workload? Do you end up trying to multitask and become overwhelmed and stressed? Learning to prioritise work is crucial when you have more items on your to-do list than you can accomplish in one day. People generally tend to ignore it, and it’s such […]