There’s nothing like external accountability
I like to keep our home as tidy as possible, but do you know when the house is cleanest? Right before we have visitors. .
Marathon signs
It’s awesome running a marathon with a cheering crowd, because the signs you see are super funny and creative. “Why do the hot ones always run away” “If you collapse I’ll pause your Strava” “Hit this mushroom for a power up” “Only 41 kms to go!” There’s even the classic “Insert Motivational Message Here” But […]
What’s your choice?
Setting the bar low and definitely getting it? Setting the bar high and maybe getting it? .
Let your inner salesperson shine
Most of us are very confident at work. You know the job you’re supposed to do, and you can do it well. And even if your role doesn’t require you to sell directly, you would be very good at selling your services to others because of the company you’re working for. But what happens when […]
What have you tried so far?
When someone approaches you with a problem or would like your advice, it’s tempting to reply with potential solutions. That seems reasonable, right? I mean, why would they be asking you for your thoughts otherwise? Well, there’s one simple question you could ask first that will take your guidance to another level. “What have you […]
Daily blogs are back!
When I launched Quarter Life Academy in 2020, I committed to writing one blog post per day. It was an exercise that Seth Godin 🌔 recommended for a variety of reasons, but the one I liked was it helps to find your voice while connecting with your audience. I kept it up for over 3 […]
Here’s how you can smoothly transition when changing careers within the same industry
If you’re starting a new job, even at your same workplace, it’s worthwhile reading The First 90 Days by Michael D. Watkins. This book provides a great overview of the different requirements a new role will involve and how you can best position yourself across the first 90 days. .
Here’s how you can track your progress towards meeting deadlines effectively as a professional
Some people are great at keeping deadlines by themselves, while others can find it really challenging to work independently. If you’re the latter, you shouldn’t feel like you just need to keep trying to get better by yourself. You should also think about who you can rely on around you that will keep you moving […]
Here’s how you can establish yourself as an industry expert for future career growth
A big part of being seen as an expert in your industry is being seen. You must think about yourself as being your own billboard. Try as much as you can to make yourself known through many different channels. Don’t just expect people will know who you are based on longevity alone. .
Here’s how you can effectively close out a project.
When you close out a project successfully, this is the best time to seek from your client referrals, testimonials or follow-up work. If you wait too long, the positive feelings may fade as they focus on other life priorities, despite how willing they may have been initially to recommend you. If your work is of […]