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Creative Thinking

Work from home

Work from home? 14 ways to be more productive.

Working from home can be fantastic, freeing. But how do you stay productive when there are so many distractions?

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The siren song of distraction (and how to fight it)

The siren song of distraction (and how to fight it)

When the going gets tough, the distractions start coming. And with creative work, there are always tough bits. Not matter how much we kid ourselves that the next one will be easier.

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DJ Paulette

DJ Paulette in the house!

A DJ pioneer who is still going strong, Paulette has done it all. With style.

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Ritual, routine and getting into flow

Get into flow faster, using ritual and routine

How to use ritual to structure your day when working at home. Or starting a new creative project.

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Habits, challenges and getting things done

Not doing the projects and personal work you want to do? Or the admin you need to do? New habits and challenges will help.

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How to design a life

How to design a life you love

It starts with dreaming big. Then with taking actions, however small.

Read moreHow to design a life you love
How to be generous

Why givers always gain

The world needs a little fairy dust right now. So be generous. Be kind. The results can be surprising.

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Find the others

Explore. Connect. Find the others.

A short trip to Krakow reminded me that creativity thrives in clusters.

Read moreExplore. Connect. Find the others.
Eatthat frog

Eat that frog: why it’s good to do the hardest thing first

Do what you're dreading, and everything else will feel easier

Read moreEat that frog: why it’s good to do the hardest thing first
Get creative work done

Get creative work done, with marathons and sprints

How do you get a creative project over the finish line? It's about marathons and sprints

Read moreGet creative work done, with marathons and sprints
Tame your carping inner critic

Quieten your Inner Critic

Is your inner critic getting in the way of the work you want to make? Here are ten ways to quieten those cruel and carping inner voices

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Common creative blocks

Common creative blocks – and what to do about them

We all get blocked sometimes. Here are some resources to help

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