Systems and processes are freeing not constraining. Focus on what you are doing, shun distractions, practice deliberately and do the hard work others will not. If you have a nagging problem focus on putting more energy into it and caring more. The tactics, or how to solve the problem will come naturally. Information that isn’t [...]

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Here is a great talk from all-round smart guy Scott Berkun. In this talk Scott covers the following: 1. Idea Journal (20:02) 2. Escape – Subconscious Thoughts (24:18) 3. Inversion – Solve the opposite problem (27:58) 4. Partners/Rivals (31:30) 5. Fail (32:57) 6. Switch Modes (37:10) For more on Scott check out his website and [...]

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I watch this video frequently but still not enough.  If you are doubting yourself right now and your ability to make something good (let alone great), I think this video is just the ticket, regardless of your creative pursuits. Source

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Forget everything I’ve ever written here. The three keys to success from John Gruber on the latest Talk Show: 1. Hot, fussy coffee 2. Over-carbonated water 3. Clicky keyboard I don’t think there is a man, women or child on the Internet if they were armed with those three things that they would not be [...]

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Been putting pen to paper a lot more lately and have been feeling far more creative and clear. The example above is my thought process for reporting on a current project. Another friendly reminder to step away from the screen.

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