“Projects are mirrors because they reflect back to us what’s really going on in our inner and outer worlds; projects are bridges because it’s only by doing them that we create the […]
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Use After Action Reviews (AAR) to Make Your Next Project Easier, Better, and More Fun – Finishing Strong Part 4
This final part of our Finishing Strong series takes what you’ve learned from all your hard work on your current project or season, and applies it to the next big thing you’ll […]
Finishing Strong Part 3: Clean-Up on Aisle…
Last time, I talked about the importance of taking a pause between projects, and the important between-project work that needs doing: from just getting rest, to catching up with people, to enjoying […]
Finishing Strong Part 2: Make Space and Time to Transition Between Projects
Today’s post in the Finishing Strong series encourages us to take a pause… and be sure to check out part 1 of the series to get the full scoop. There’s a natural […]
Finishing Strong Part 1: Run a Victory Lap
Whether it’s a tough project, a tough race, or a tough year, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of taking a victory lap and crossing the finish line. It’s an exhilarating rush […]
How to Balance Parent and Professional: The Start Finishing Guide to School-Time Productivity
Editor’s note: “How to Balance Parent and Professional: The Start Finishing Guide to School-Time Productivity” is a guest post by Jenn Labin. Like so many other parents (and others) out there, I […]
How to Use Your GATES to Make Your Project Easier
A few years ago I got an email from a reader — let’s call him Arnie — seeking advice on how to grow his (written) blog. In his email he mentioned that […]
How Success Packs Push Your Project to Done
In my experience, the chief reason people don’t finish their most meaningful projects is because they’re trying to do it alone. Given that the more a project matters to us, the more […]
How to Find the Right Level of Success for Your Next Project
As you’re thinking about that next big project you want to tackle in 2020, it’s important to consider just how big that big project will be. Which means you’ll need to define […]
Core Conversations on Start Finishing: How to Overcome FOMO and Finish More Projects
Editor’s Note: This is a continuation of our core conversations on Charlie’s book Start Finishing. In our last conversation, Kerra Bolton talked about the practical magic of rewriting the stories we tell ourselves. In […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]