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Creative Thinking

Fear of finishing

Fear of finishing

We all know about the creative blocks that come at the start of a project. But the final stretch can be just as tricky. This might help.

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Want to handle your money better?

Want to handle your money better?

Build a library of books that can help. Here are the best I've found – plus a few other resources for handling your finances

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Confessions of a recovering perfectionist

Confessions of a recovering perfectionist

How I stopped polishing, and started publishing. Because sometimes done really is better than perfect.

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We need to talk about fear

We need to talk about fear

Fear is part of creative process. Often disguised as perfectionism or procrastination, it blocks our best work. If we let it take control.

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Uninspired? Here’s how to have more ideas

Advice from Jonathan Ive, Zaha Hadid and other brilliant creatives

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Dealing with overwhelm

Dealing with overwhelm

What if we just stopped trying to do it all - and focussed on what's important instead?

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Who do you know already?

Who do you know already?

Your network is everything. Use it, grow it, nurture it. Here's how.

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Why you need a reset routine

Why you need a reset routine

Most creative lives are full of interruptions, disruptions, curveballs. Or even just holidays! Here's how to get back into flow quickly

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The 10 pillars of a successful creative business

The 10 keys to a successful creative business

Even if you don't think of your creative work as a business, this will help

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Seven ways to rest

Seven ways to rest

Feeling weary? Sleep not helping? Discover the seven types of tiredness, and how to recover from each

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Make August playful again

Make August playful again

Adults need play, too. So let's make this a month of joy!

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12 Rules For a Better Life

12 Principles For a Better Life

Here are my 12 simple rules for a better, juicier, more creative life. What are yours?

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