There is no better feeling than taking control of your life and finding the power to make your dreams come true. Having a deep-rooted belief in yourself and the courage to seize opportunities when they arise can be the difference between achieving your goals and not. Fortunately, with the right strategies, anyone can learn how to channel this feeling even if they don't feel confident right now. Here are 6 key ways to empower yourself to conquer your dreams: 1. Believe in yourself Although it is easier said than done, having a strong belief in yourself is the first step to successfully achievi ..read more

It is no wonder 80% of people do not set goals in life…and only 6% of those who set goals achieve these in life.  Everyone knows about goal setting. But rarely do you find a person who sets practical, scalable, and attainable written goals. The popular misconceptions and myths about goal-setting are among the prime aspects most people feel the hitch about goals.  Let’s dive in to explore the common goal-setting misconceptions everyone should know to avoid mistakes.  #1. I Know My Goals…No Need for Goal-Setting It is impossible to value goals unless you realize the signific ..read more

The world is going digital, and organizations are experiencing what some now call "The Great Reshuffle." Beyond being the newest buzz phrase in the working ecosystem, it is a phrase that refers to how technology is affecting the way employers and employees react to the world around them. Initially, most employees served as traditional workers, having to come into the office every day for work. But. technology has made it possible for the existence of remote workers, hybrid workers and digital nomads, all of whom have changed the way employment is viewed. Since 2020, over 54% of LinkedIn users ..read more

Failure. Humiliation. These are the anxious feelings that creep up the spine of many of us when considering starting a business. Triumph. Pride. These are the feelings we need to focus on instead! It’s easy to say just flip the switch from fear to courage. So let’s turn those words into practical actions!  As someone who has started businesses that have resulted in “learning moments” as well as successes, I’ll give you the exact keys to unlock your self-confidence to get started! True Confidence Comes From Prior Success No “fake it ‘til you make it” mumbo-jumbo here. Think of what you’re ..read more

Dr. Beau A. Nelson, DBH, LCSW Some people seem to deal with difficult situations better than others. Maybe they’re the only one in the room who keeps a cool head when everyone else gets upset, or the person who seems able to focus on solutions rather than getting mired in the problems. Sometimes they’re the people we go to in a crisis: We trust them to give us wise and level-headed advice when we most need it. What’s different about these people? Are they super-human? What about them allows them to succeed in times of stress and even thrive under pressure? One answer might be personality—and ..read more

“I have a book within me just waiting to be born.” “I keep notes of these phrases that come to me.” “I’ve tried over and over and haven't been able to write it.” As a book-writing coach, I hear these types of comments a lot. There are so many talented, smart individuals who have a book living inside them, but for myriad reasons — time management, writer's block, fear of failure — they have trouble getting it onto the page. The process of writing a book is complex, time-intensive, and filled with obstacles, some mental and some physical. Every journey starts differently, yet the path ..read more

When you’re a freelancer, it’s easy to fall into a trap of complacence. After all, nobody is looking over your shoulder while you work. This, however, is one of the perks of freelancing that can quickly turn into a bane. But worry not!  Now, to continue, you might want to consider these five ideas that can potentially boost your productivity as a freelancer. Go Easy on the Multitasking We’ll state for the record that we think multitasking is a great skill that every person should cultivate. It can come in handy when you’re in a tight pinch and need to think on the fly.  Most of ..read more

When you start looking for ways to be confident, you'll probably end up finding tons of different tips and tricks. Some of them work more, some less. However, there's lots of content that suggests you to rather fake it or focus on little details. Details that will help but won't create rock-hard core confidence. Today, I'd like to share with you five tips to be confident that actually work. I've spent years improving my confidence and these tips are something that have had a massive impact. Now, I'd love to share these battle-tested methods with you. 1 Take care of the "little things" When I ..read more

Renowned American motivational speaker and author, Dr. Stephen R. Covey once said: “Stop setting goals. Goals are pure fantasy unless you have a specific plan to achieve them.” In these few words, Dr. Covey aptly sums up the importance of having a smart strategy for achieving your goals. And then there’s an ancient axiom that states: “Goals don’t work unless you do.” However, to work on goals we need a plan or strategy. This can be the hardest thing to do because very often, we have wonderful goals but don’t know what we need to achieve them or even have a faint idea. Therefore, if you’ve som ..read more

Our brains are a fascinating part of ourselves. It allows us to experience all kinds of information and is stronger than any supercomputer. But despite how strong our brains are, there are many people who struggle with retaining information and using it. That much is clear as you can probably think of one person or many who are able to retain even the most mundane of information. The thing is, it’s not really a secret. It’s just that most people don’t recognize that these individuals have developed a digital brain. Think of it as a second brain that has a wealth of information you can tap int ..read more