Many people think that if they’re determined enough — if they push themselves really hard — they’ll be able to create better habits. Those people are missing an important piece to the puzzle of self-control, according to James Clear, author of The New York Times bestselling book “Atomic Habits.” Even if you’re disciplined, you likely need to …
How to create better habits without relying on discipline Read More »
When the clock strikes midnight on Jan. 1, your world does not magically transform — though you may spring out of bed the next morning (or, you know, late afternoon) motivated to make it your year. Having a clean slate financially can help alleviate a major source of stress and set you up for success in all …
6 Money Habits To Set You Up for a Stress-Free New Year Read More »
If you’ve ever set a goal—eat healthier, study more, save money—only to watch your motivation disappear… you’re not alone. Most people think self-discipline is a personality trait. Something you either have or you don’t. But research says otherwise. Psychologist Mark Muraven discovered something surprising: Self-discipline behaves like a muscle—and it can be strengthened with small …
How to Build Self-Discipline (Backed by Science) Read More »
The difference between the overwhelmed executive and the one who operates with clarity and control often comes down to small, underrated habits that compound over time. Here are 30 strategic habits to make your life significantly easier, so you can perform at your highest level without burning out. Mindset & Decision-Making 1. The Two-Minute Rule …
We’re living in a time when even 24 hours a day feels too short to wrap up our hectic schedules. While juggling work and personal responsibilities, we often look for shortcuts, whether it’s about eating healthy or staying fit. We end up reaching for junk food or searching for so-called “superfoods” that promise to fix …
What will your life look like one year from today? Time seems to pass quickly working 9–5. Sure, the hour between 4pm and 5pm slows to a crawl, and on Monday the next weekend seems ages away. But it’s also easy to wind up in January wondering what happened to June. So it’s easy to …
What Will Your Life Look Like One Year From Today? Read More »
Time blocking is especially helpful if you find yourself jumping around from task to task, leaving a string of half-finished projects in your wake… or you feel like you’re constantly playing defense against what feels urgent, but struggle to make progress on the things that will have the most impact. In other words, you’ll become proactive about …
5 Time-Blocking Tips are Pivotal to Your Success Read More »
I’ve coached hundreds of small business owners, all unique. And yet, I’ve noticed four characteristics that show up regularly in those that achieve their goals. So, I’m going to share with you the four characteristics, or 4 Cs, of goal achievers. The four characteristics of goal achievers are – clarity, confidence, courage and consistency. What’s …
People chase shortcuts to success: the right morning routine, a “productivity hack,” or the single book that will change everything. Harvard researchers don’t hand out magic bullets. What they do offer, after decades and decades of careful study, is something more mundane but far more powerful: repeatable habits that stack up over years to produce …
5 Harvard-backed habits that add years to your life (and success to your career) Read More »
Think healthy habits take too much time? Think again. The truth is, some of the best things you can do for your body and brain take less than a minute — and they can add up to a big difference in how you feel. “The small things you do every day matter more than the …
