I run a one person business. My name is in every box on the org chart. Each week I juggle multiple lines of business, working both ‘in’ and ‘on’ the business, all while working at home with a partner who also works from home, integrating work/home responsibilities throughout the day. Oh, and I have a […]
Stay Creatively Productive
How to choose your next project.
I want to share something with you. [me] Hi. My name is Linda, and I’m a procrastinator. [you] Hi Linda. My favorite way to procrastinate is through planning and analyzing. I’m exceptionally skilled at creating complex spreadsheets. In my prior role, my ability to master complex spreadsheets was legendary. My ability to develop prioritization criteria […]
A new way to fake it ‘til you make it.
Do you have high expectations of having a productive day? You have a plan to create new and positive habits that lead to an ideal version of yourself. The reality turns out to be much less than perfect. You get tired of trying and give up. I have an idea that may help: Acting out […]
How the warrior turns (creative problem-solving) ideas into reality.
It’s the moment of truth. Will you let your idea sit on the whiteboard–taunting you for days and weeks to come until you eventually erase it from existence? Or will you pick up your warrior gear and turn your creative problem-solving ideas into reality? You’ve met the explorer, the artist, and the judge. Now it’s time […]
How to keep your judge from sabotaging your business.
No matter your industry, you are in business to solve a problem. To be successful, it’s important to have a creative problem solving approach. That approach includes four roles: the explorer, the artist, the judge, and the warrior. For most business professionals, the role of the judge is familiar territory. It’s also an area primed […]