Difficult problems and light-hearted solutions

I recently found myself with a problem to solve that felt difficult. It was as if the more I tried to solve it, the more challenging it became and it felt so serious. But then, I tried lightening up and looking at things from a different perspective, and I managed to find a little humour … Continue reading Difficult problems and light-hearted solutions →

The necessary boring bits

Sometimes the work required to produce the desired outcome is uninteresting or feels like a waste of time. Choosing not to do this work leads to a result that isn't as good as it could be. And so you have to make the choice between doing work that will pay off in the long run … Continue reading The necessary boring bits →

Easy and fulfilling

Those are 2 words I'd use to describe the things we often end up doing in our free time. We look at what requires the least effort and go with it. Then, once it's over, we don't feel great because we know we'd have been better off doing something else. In an ideal world things … Continue reading Easy and fulfilling →

Allow yourself to evolve

Starting projects can be exciting and stressful. Working on projects can be challenging and wonderful. Ending projects can be really difficult but also a great relief. How do you let go of something that has become one of your greatest achievements, something you've dedicated time, effort and money to? The answer is, you just do … Continue reading Allow yourself to evolve →

When good things end

The popular quote 'all good things must come to an end' can feel like a dark cloud looming over a summers day. But good things ending isn't always a bad thing and it shouldn't nullify how great it was at the time. You have to find a way to close out the chapter with gratitude … Continue reading When good things end →

Exploring something new and avoiding regression

Sometimes when things change we spend time hoping and wishing for the the way things once were. But then when things return to the old way, it doesn't quite feel the way we thought it would. That's because you've changed and become accustomed to the new way and now the old way no longer fits. … Continue reading Exploring something new and avoiding regression →

You have to show interest in your interests

In a recent conversation I expressed that I believe it's important to show interest in your interests, especially if it's something you want a career in. If you want to get into photography are you taking photos, learning about the manual settings on your camera, attending exhibitions etc. And how often are you doing these … Continue reading You have to show interest in your interests →

5 things I’ve learnt from being back in the office full-time

After 18 months of working from home, I changed jobs and found myself back in the office full-time. Here's some of what it taught me: I don't need to be thereAfter working from home full-time for around 18 months, it's clear that being in an office full-time doesn't need to be mandatory for a lot … Continue reading 5 things I’ve learnt from being back in the office full-time →

Picking the right project to pursue

If you're what I like to refer to as an ideas person, you probably have the challenge of picking what to pursue. You might find yourself with half a dozen great ideas and the thought of bringing each one to life is equally exciting. It can be difficult figuring out the best way to solve … Continue reading Picking the right project to pursue →

Re-learning compromise

If you're used to always being the one to bend to the needs of another, you might reach a point where you decide to change. Perhaps after an epiphany about the importance of balance. When it comes to some change, the advice is to go slow and take it bit by bit. However, when it … Continue reading Re-learning compromise →