PinnedMember-only6 Things That Are Wrong With Medium (From a Former Journalist)You’re not going like what I’m about to say. — Unlike many writers on Medium, I didn’t start my writing career by writing on Medium. I contributed to magazines, companies, and more for almost a decade before joining the platform, yet when I first started, I actually struggled to adjust because it was so different than anything I did before. …Medium8 min readMedium8 min read
Published in Mind Cafe·PinnedMember-only7 Habits I Avoid to Become Highly ProductiveCutting these things helped me boost my productivity. — If you’re reading this, there are a million-and-a-half things you want to do: Build your business, exercise more, spend more time with friends and family, read more books, etc. So how do you pack that into a 24-hour day that’s already occupied with sleeping and eating? While most people try…Productivity7 min readProductivity7 min read
Published in Mind Cafe·PinnedMember-only5 Simple Things I Removed from My Life to Become HappierHappiness comes from subtraction, not addition. — When I was a kid, I was miserable, hated life, and didn’t think things could improve: I had a traumatic childhood and was teased by other kids for being so “angry.” I knew I couldn’t go the rest of my days with so much negativity, tension, and pain, so I…Happiness9 min readHappiness9 min read
Published in Entrepreneur's Handbook·PinnedMember-onlyHow To Get More Done In 3 Hours Than Most Do In A WeekThese 9 simple (and free) productivity hacks will transform your results — Whether you work from home or an office, many find it a struggle to focus, be productive, and finish all their tasks. Since becoming self-employed in 2013, I’ve built a successful business, launched numerous side hustles, completed many large projects for several clients at once, and worked far fewer than…Productivity12 min readProductivity12 min read
Jan 4Member-onlyThe Simple Way to Achieve All Your Goals in 2023Follow this 3-step system and thrive in the new year. — Hot diggity daffodil, 2022 went by in a hurry. I'm not one for New Year's resolutions, but with all of 2023 in front of us, it’s nice symbolically to have an empty calendar ahead—there's so much wonder and optimism and a huge opportunity to seize it. Today, I’ll share a…Personal Development5 min readPersonal Development5 min read
Published in Mind Cafe·Nov 14, 2022Member-onlyThe Secret to a Great Life: Get Better at Getting BetterLearn the art of enhancing your life better and faster than before. — Not long ago, I was talking to someone about a very hot topic: Dating. They were lamenting how they struggled to get dates or traction with online dating, but when I saw their online dating profile? It was really bad. And it was no shock why they were getting negative…Self Improvement5 min readSelf Improvement5 min read
Nov 14, 2022Member-onlyThe 35 Most Life-Defining Lessons from 35 Years of LifeThey might be hard to hear, but they transformed everything. — Recently, I turned 35. I only panicked a tiny bit. All joking aside, it was a big occasion and, like every year, I reflect on the defining moments—good and bad—that brought me to this point. I’ve been doing this every year since I was 28 and it’s been illuminating. In…Life Lessons12 min readLife Lessons12 min read
Published in Mind Cafe·Sep 28, 2022Member-onlyThe Secret to a Great Life: Take Care of The Easy StuffIf you think life is hard, then you NEED to read this. — When you’re a “high performer” in life, you might notice that some other people—aren’t. You got a lot of things to do and a lot of responsibilities, and you’re able to get everything done—and still have time to enjoy yourself. But having this type of lifestyle usually requires you to…Success4 min readSuccess4 min read
Published in Mind Cafe·Sep 27, 2022Member-onlyHere’s The Only Way to Achieve True Knowledge and WisdomAnd why every other tactic misses it—badly. — Take your books and throw them away. Actually, on second thought, that’s a little rash… …just gently put them away in your bookcase. Because the path to knowledge and wisdom won’t be found in printed words. It comes from a term I borrowed from the military called a “live-fire exercise.” …Wisdom4 min readWisdom4 min read
Sep 17, 2022Member-only4 Random Thoughts That Are Blowing My Friggin’ MindRead these and prosper. — Lately, I’ve been in a pensive mood. I blame the summertime. During the past few gloriously sunny months, I relocated and lived in some of my favorite cities—Wien and Warszawa—and I found a new one (Rīga). I met some cool people, soaked up some amazing weather, and spent my time…Self Improvement6 min readSelf Improvement6 min read