Editor’s note: This is a guest post by Cory Huff. I ran down the basketball court, looking over my shoulder. My teammate threw a perfect pass that came down just over my left shoulder, where the defender couldn’t make a play for it. I took one hard dribble and gathered the ball, stepping twice … [Read more...] about How to Learn from Your “Failures” (and Other, Not-So-Drastic Outcomes)
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Core Conversations on Start Finishing: The Practical Magic of Rewriting Our Stories
Editor’s Note: This is a continuation of our core conversations on Charlie’s book Start Finishing. In our last conversation, Shahrzad Arasteh talked about reaching your “what’s next.” In today’s conversation, Kerra Bolton talks about the practical magic of rewriting the stories we tell … [Read more...] about Core Conversations on Start Finishing: The Practical Magic of Rewriting Our Stories
The Free Planners for December 2019 Are Available from Productive Flourishing
The free planners for December are now available on the Free Planners page! While the end of every year is a special time to look back, the end of 2019 feels more ripe with reflection as it signifies the end of the decade. It can be easy to get wrapped up in the ups and downs of the … [Read more...] about The Free Planners for December 2019 Are Available from Productive Flourishing
4 Creative Myths That Are Keeping You From Your Best Work
It’s more than just “the system” that makes it hard for creatives; the stories we have about what it means to be a successful, productive creative person are askew. Here are some of the most common creative myths: Creatives must be solo players. Since many creative people have been outcasts or … [Read more...] about 4 Creative Myths That Are Keeping You From Your Best Work
Book Launch Roller-Coaster Part 1: Miscarriage
Content Warning: The post below mentions miscarriage and pregnancy loss. “I don’t know how to tell you this ... I’m pregnant.” The fear and uncertainty in Angela’s eyes told me everything I needed to know. In three seconds, it was no longer just another Friday afternoon. Whatever train of … [Read more...] about Book Launch Roller-Coaster Part 1: Miscarriage
Core Conversations on Start Finishing: The 2 Keys You Need to Find Out What’s Next in Your Career
Editor’s Note: This is a continuation of our core conversations on Charlie’s book Start Finishing. In our last conversation, Jane Hoffman talked about enhancing your best work with aromatherapy blends for each kind of time block. In today’s conversation, Shahrzad Arasteh talks about reaching your … [Read more...] about Core Conversations on Start Finishing: The 2 Keys You Need to Find Out What’s Next in Your Career
Join in on the Journey to Showing Gratitude (a 30-day Challenge)
Editor's Note: This is a guest post by Karl Staib. “I don’t want to appear weak,” my coworker told me. I was surprised. He was a good guy, but he didn’t really want to show his gratitude for anyone. At first I was shocked, but then I understood. He came from a military background. There … [Read more...] about Join in on the Journey to Showing Gratitude (a 30-day Challenge)
Core Conversations on Start Finishing: How to Enhance Your Best Work with Aromatherapy
Editor’s Note: This is a continuation of our core conversations on Charlie’s book Start Finishing. In our last conversation, Larry Robertson talked about how to see your edge, come to your edge, and use your edge to define your adjacent possible. In today’s conversation, Jane Hoffman talks about … [Read more...] about Core Conversations on Start Finishing: How to Enhance Your Best Work with Aromatherapy
The Free Planners for November 2019 Are Available from Productive Flourishing
The free planners for November are now available on the Free Planners page! Ready or not, here it comes – the most wonderful time of the year! Or, for others, a season of stress and overwhelm. That’s right, the holidays are right around the corner and you’ll soon be greeted with the sounds of … [Read more...] about The Free Planners for November 2019 Are Available from Productive Flourishing
Core Conversations on Start Finishing: How to Come to Your Edge and Find Your Adjacent Possible
Editor’s Note: This is a continuation of our core conversations on Charlie’s book Start Finishing. In our last conversation, Jenn Labin talked about some practices to help you work through distractions. In today’s conversation, Larry Robertson talks about how to see your edge, come to your edge, and … [Read more...] about Core Conversations on Start Finishing: How to Come to Your Edge and Find Your Adjacent Possible
Core Conversations on Start Finishing: 3 Powerful Practices to Help You Work Through Distractions
Editor’s Note: This is a continuation of our core conversations on Charlie’s book Start Finishing. In our last conversation, Nailah Blades talked about how to maximize your Recovery blocks. In today’s conversation, Jenn Labin talks about some practices to help you work through distractions. Below is … [Read more...] about Core Conversations on Start Finishing: 3 Powerful Practices to Help You Work Through Distractions
Core Conversations on Start Finishing: 3 Helpful Ways to Maximize Your Recovery Blocks
Editor’s Note: This is a continuation of our core conversations on Charlie’s book Start Finishing. In our last conversation, Rachael Ridenour talked about how to see your projects as mirrors and how to process those reflections. In today’s conversation, Nailah Blades talks about how to maximize your … [Read more...] about Core Conversations on Start Finishing: 3 Helpful Ways to Maximize Your Recovery Blocks
Core Conversations on Start Finishing: The 3 Simple Steps You Need to Hold Up Your Projects as Mirrors
Editor’s Note: This is a continuation of our core conversations on Charlie’s book Start Finishing. In our last conversation, Danielle LaSusa talked about the five key virtues for doing our best work. In today’s conversation, Rachael Ridenour talks about how to see your projects as mirrors and how to … [Read more...] about Core Conversations on Start Finishing: The 3 Simple Steps You Need to Hold Up Your Projects as Mirrors