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4 Experts Who Changed How I Work & Create:
1️⃣ James Clear – Atomic Habits
2️⃣ Tim Ferriss – The Tim Ferriss Show
3️⃣ Cal Newport – Deep Work
4️⃣ Jessica McCabe – How to ADHD

Who’s your go-to productivity or creativity expert?

#Productivity #Creativity #AtomicHabits
A screenshot essay titled '4 Experts to Follow for Productivity and Creativity' features four sections highlighting productivity experts. The first expert is James Clear, author of 'Atomic Habits', discussing how changing one's environment can facilitate action. The second is Tim Ferriss, known for 'The Tim Ferriss Show', emphasizing his skill in extracting actionable advice from guests. The third is Cal Newport, author of 'Deep Work', sharing insights on time blocking to enhance productivity and life quality. The last expert is Jessica McCabe from 'How to ADHD', offering strategies to help individuals execute their plans and combat guilt associated with not following through.
September 2, 2025 at 8:32 PM
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Struggling to build a consistent work routine as a freelancer? This quick read reveals 3 key traits that successful self-employed folks use to stay on track – no constant motivation needed! 💪 Get practical tips to implement these in your own day.
#SelfEmployedLife #FreelanceTips #ProductivityHacks
Screenshot essay titled '3 Common Traits Among Self-Employed With Effective Routines'. The essay discusses the myth of constant motivation and presents practical strategies for cultivating three key traits observed in successful self-employed individuals. Trait 1 focuses on Discipline to adhere to a set routine, emphasizing environmental changes, small routine adjustments, and honest reflection on what works. Trait 2 highlights Flexibility to adapt to schedule changes, suggesting the use of AI tools for planning and quick replanning. Trait 3 addresses Self-Motivation to maintain momentum without external oversight, offering tips like utilizing chatbots for accountability, finding an accountability buddy, and joining platforms like 'Flow Club' for support.
April 29, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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Ready to build a powerful daily routine?
My latest essay breaks down 3 realistic goals for beginners: nailing your sleep schedule, finding your work-life balance, and boosting output with small wins.
#Productivity #GoalSetting #DailyRoutine
Screenshot essay titled 'The Beginner's Secret: 3 Realistic Goals for a Powerful Daily Routine'. The content outlines three goals: Goal 1 emphasizes establishing consistent wake-up and sleep times for productivity, arguing that a regular sleep schedule is essential despite excuses. Goal 2 focuses on achieving a balance between work and personal life, noting that balance doesn't mean equal time but rather understanding where to concentrate energy. Goal 3 suggests increasing daily work output by 10% in the first month through small, consistent improvements, highlighting the importance of knowing one's productivity levels and implementing easy strategies to enhance efficiency.
April 27, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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Self-employed? Unlock peak productivity and better work-life balance! A structured daily routine is key. Discover 3 major benefits in the image below. 🚀
#SelfEmployed #ProductivityTips #WorkLifeBalance #DailyRoutine #Motivation
A screenshot essay titled 'Top 3 Benefits of a Structured Daily Routine for Self-Employed Individuals'. The essay outlines three key benefits: 1. Improves productivity, highlighting the concept of decision fatigue and the importance of streamlined planning. 2. Helps maintain a work-life balance, emphasizing the value of knowing your working hours and hourly rate to facilitate delegation. 3. Increases motivation, discussing how planning daily tasks can prevent feelings of stagnation and encourage progress. The text includes quotes and practical advice for self-employed individuals.
April 26, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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Read the full article on Medium

https://medium.com/@aprincemagic9/feeling-stuck-5-ways-to-move-your-career-forward-without-a-clear-direction-83c6b9b55cbb

#CareerAdvice #CareerDevelopment #PersonalGrowth #JobSearch #SelfImprovement
A screenshot essay titled 'Feeling Stuck? 5 Ways to Move Your Career Forward Without a Clear Direction'. The text discusses the uncertainty of career paths, emphasizing that many individuals, regardless of age, may not have clear career goals. It includes a quote from the song 'Everybody's Free to Wear Sunscreen', highlighting the idea that it's acceptable to not know one's direction in life. The essay offers five actionable tips for career advancement: 1. Build Career Capital, 2. Professional Networking, 3. Build a Personal Brand, 4. Engage in Self Assessment, and 5. Enhance Communication Skills.
April 19, 2025 at 8:08 PM
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3 Things I Learned Writing Online Every Day For 30 Days In A Row
#Ship30for30 #WritingCommunity #OnlineWriting #ContentCreation #WritersLife
Screenshot of an essay titled 'Day 30: 3 Things I Learned Writing Online Every Day For 30 Days In A Row'. The text describes the author's experience after completing a writing challenge, highlighting three lessons: 1. Writing online enhances networking opportunities, reflected through personal connections made. 2. The 'feedback loop' helps align the author's writing interests with readers' preferences, revealing which topics resonate. 3. The author discovered a genuine enjoyment for writing after committing to daily practice for 30 days, determining it was a worthwhile and enjoyable endeavor.
March 23, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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1 Bad Habit I Used To Have—And How I Broke It
#SelfCompassion
#MentalHealth
#NegativeSelfTalk
#GriefJourney
#PersonalGrowth
Screenshot essay titled '1 Bad Habit I Used To Have—And How I Broke It' discusses the author's journey of overcoming negative self-talk and the impact of a divorce announcement. The author reflects on their feelings of anger and grief, highlighting a pivotal moment when they realized that their anger was rooted in grief. A quote about anger and grief changed their perspective, leading to positive changes in self-talk. The author shares practical steps taken to foster kindness towards oneself, including positive affirmations, practicing gratitude, recognizing personal accomplishments, and being mindful of verbal self-criticism. Concludes with encouragement for others to treat themselves better and consider therapy.
March 22, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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3 Must-Read Newsletters for Peak Productivity
#productivity #newsletters #efficiency #selfimprovement #timemanagement
A screenshot essay titled "My 3 Favorite Newsletters For Productivity". The body content discusses the author's love for reading newsletters, emphasizing the importance of selecting the right ones. It highlights three specific newsletters: 1) Mark Manson, praised for his straightforward advice that helps with overthinking; 2) Ali Abdaal, known for its cheerful tone and practical productivity tips, including book recommendations; 3) Unfiltered by Tim Denning, offering valuable insights for managing emotions in self-employment. The essay concludes with a question asking about the readers' favorite newsletters.
March 21, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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A Question I’ve Been Asking Myself Lately (And Why)
#WorkFromHomeJourney #NetworkingForSuccess #CareerTransition #CreativeEntrepreneur #LondonLife
Screenshot essay titled 'A Question I’ve Been Asking Myself Lately (And Why)', containing the author's reflections on transitioning to remote work as a magician and tour guide. The essay poses a central question about identifying the missing connections needed for this transition. It lists three reasons for these connections: 1) the need to engage with those already working from home, 2) the importance of connecting with potential clients and mentors, and 3) the desire to share valuable skills as a magician and tour guide. The author describes their actions to find answers, including engaging in online communities, writing essays, and consuming content on YouTube, while acknowledging that a solid conclusion may take time.
March 19, 2025 at 8:14 PM
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These lessons, learned over 25 years, remind me that consistent growth and mindful choices are the true magic of a fulfilling career.
#MagicCareerLessons
#PerformerLife
#CareerRegrets
#SelfDevelopmentTips
#EntrepreneurialJourney
Screenshot essay titled '3 Mistakes I Made Early In My Career—And What I Would Have Done Differently'. The text reflects on 25 years of experience in magic, detailing achievements such as performing for audiences from 4 to 4000, thousands of shows, traveling across Europe, and making unique friendships with fellow performers. The author mentions they wouldn't change much about their journey, but lists three key mistakes: 1. Chasing novelty too often instead of exploring new techniques. 2. Failing to save money consistently during prosperous times. 3. Partying frequently at the expense of networking opportunities, though they enjoyed the experiences. The text is structured with paragraphs and bullet points.
March 18, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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The 2 Most Difficult Choices I’ve Ever Had To make In Life
#PursueYourPassion
#CareerChange
#MagicLife
#OvercomingChallenges
#LondonMagician
A screenshot essay titled 'The 2 Most Difficult Choices I’ve Ever Had To Make In Life.' The essay recounts the author's experiences at 21 when they decided to pursue a career as a full-time magician. It describes two significant difficult choices: first, leaving a stable job for the uncertainty of following their passion for magic, and second, investing everything into their craft despite facing rejections. The author reflects on how these choices, although challenging, led to a successful 25-year career as a working magician while encouraging readers to consider their own choices in pursuit of their goals.
March 13, 2025 at 9:43 PM
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Ditch the To-Do List Guilt:
Embrace Minimum Viable Productivity
#Productivity #TimeManagementTips #WorkLifeBalance #Minimalism #GetMoreDone
Screenshot essay titled 'Ditch the To-Do List Guilt: Embrace Minimum Viable Productivity'. The essay discusses the concept of 'minimum viable productivity system' as proposed by Cal Newport, focusing on achieving maximum results with minimal effort. It outlines three key areas of life: Work, Self Care, and Family. In the Work section, the author lists activities that constitute a minimum work day, including scheduled tours, history writing, and magic practice. For Self Care, the author identifies a baseline of a few minutes of exercise, a good meal, and social time. The Family section emphasizes giving their best while understanding the minimal effort required. The essay concludes with a question inviting readers to reflect on their own 'big wins' with minimum effort.
March 12, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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5 Things I Wish I Knew 10 Years Ago About Being Self Employed
#SelfEmploymentTips
#EntrepreneurLife
#BusinessAdvice
#WorkFromAnywhere
#FreelanceJourney
Screenshot essay titled '5 Things I Wish I Knew 10 Years Ago About Being Self Employed' discussing key lessons learned over a decade. The introduction expresses a desire to share insights that would have saved time and effort. The first point emphasizes starting before feeling ready, advocating for a minimum viable product approach. The second point urges hiring an accountant to save time and money, reflecting on personal experiences. The third point highlights the importance of mastermind groups for discussing business challenges. The fourth point focuses on the need to excel in one's main area of work despite distractions. The final point illustrates the diverse ways to network, encouraging a mindset of mutual support. The essay is structured with numbered headings and accompanying explanations.
March 7, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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6 Simple Quotes That Will Remind You To Keep Going
#motivation #inspiration #quotes #keepgoing #nevergiveup
A screenshot essay titled '6 Simple Quotes That Will Remind You To Keep Going.' The essay discusses the challenges of staying motivated and offers six inspiring quotes. The quotes are: 1) 'Maximum Effort' by Deadpool, emphasizing the importance of pushing through difficult tasks. 2) 'This is what hard feels like' by Alex Hormozi, serving as a reminder during tough times. 3) 'Less mental clutter means more mental resources' by Cal Newport, highlighting the need to eliminate distractions. 4) 'Goals are good for setting a direction, but systems are best for making progress' by James Clear, focusing on the importance of clear systems in achieving goals. 5) 'Life is stressful. Play makes it fun.' by Ali Abdaal, encouraging finding joy in work. 6) A quote by Mark Manson about self-definition through struggle, prompting self-reflection on personal aspirations.
March 5, 2025 at 10:23 PM
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4 Reasons Why I Think Everyone Should Read Atomic Habits
#AtomicHabits
#HabitFormation
#PersonalGrowth
#SelfImprovement
#JamesClear
A screenshot essay titled '4 Reasons Why I Think Everyone Should Read Atomic Habits' discusses the book by James Clear. The essay highlights the author's perspective on the importance of reading the book, including four main reasons: 1. The myth of overnight success, emphasizing the impact of tiny habits leading to massive results. 2. The focus on identity-based habits rather than traditional goal-setting for a fulfilling life. 3. The practical four laws of behavior change that help in establishing and breaking habits. 4. The universal applicability of the book, illustrated by the author's personal experiences in learning various skills. A strong endorsement of the book is conveyed at the end.
March 4, 2025 at 10:54 PM
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Drowning in Tasks? This App is My Lifesaver
#TickTick #Productivity #TimeManagement #GetThingsDone #AppReview
Screenshot essay titled 'Drowning in Tasks? This App is My Lifesaver'. The body discusses the importance of productivity apps, emphasizing one app, TickTick. The essay details several features of TickTick: it serves as a 'second brain' for capturing thoughts, tracks daily habits like studying and exercising, includes a built-in Pomodoro timer, integrates with calendars for task management, and allows prioritization using an Eisenhower matrix. The author highlights the app's utility for managing tasks and combating procrastination, inviting readers to inquire about their personal use of TickTick.
February 27, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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Unlocking Rapid Learning: My 3-Step Method for Mastering History
This can be used for learning anything with lots of facts, names and dates.
#RapidLearning #HistoryHacks #AIlearning #StudyTips #LifelongLearning
Screenshot essay titled 'Unlocking Rapid Learning: My 3-Step Method for Mastering History' featuring the author's personal approach to accelerated learning in history. The content describes a structured three-step method: Step 1 involves obtaining an overview through various online resources; Step 2 focuses on compiling key points and organizing them using Google’s Notebook LM app; Step 3 suggests engaging in interactive learning by conversing with specialized AI, such as Gemini AI or OpenAI, utilizing a created document for questioning. The author emphasizes the importance of spaced repetition in effective study habits and encourages sharing of additional learning techniques.
February 25, 2025 at 10:17 PM
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The Benefits Of Piano For Adults: 3 Reasons It’s More Than Just A Hobby
#PianoOver40 #AdultPianoLearner #SimplyPiano #Skoove #FlowState
Screenshot essay titled 'The Benefits Of Piano For Adults: 3 Reasons It’s More Than Just A Hobby'. The author shares their personal experience of learning piano at age 44 over 18 months. Highlights three unexpected benefits: 1) Stress Relief and Mental Well-being through learning at the edge of abilities, creating a 'flow state' that feels meditative. 2) A Creative Outlet and Self-Expression, emphasizing fun improvisation with chords and the joy of composing silly songs. 3) Affordable and Accessible Learning with Apps, mentioning the use of 'Simply Piano' for pop songs in the first year and currently using 'Skoove' for classical training in the second year. The author expresses interest in connecting with others learning instruments later in life.
February 24, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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The Simplest Way To Overcome Bad Time Management Explained.
#TimeManagement #Productivity #Prioritization #Goals #Balance
Screenshot of an essay titled 'The Simplest Way To Overcome Bad Time Management'. The essay discusses personal experiences with time management challenges due to parenting, multiple jobs, and hobbies. It emphasizes the realization that one cannot manage time, only priorities. The author suggests prioritizing important tasks and allowing less critical activities to take a back seat. Examples include spending 15 minutes a day playing the piano as a low-priority fun activity and the effectiveness of tidying up in short bursts. The essay concludes with a question inviting readers to share their own time management tips.
February 23, 2025 at 8:04 PM
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Day 13 of my write every day for #ship30for30.
An easy framework for learning a new skill while juggling multiple responsibilities.
#SkillAcquisition
#BusyLifeHacks
#TimeManagementTips
#WorkLifeBalance
#LifelongLearning
Screenshot essay titled 'Day 13: An Easy Framework For Learning a New Skill While Juggling Multiple Responsibilities'. The text describes the author's experiences as a full-time magician and tour guide, balancing life with learning a new skill. Key points include reading 'Atomic Habits' and 'The Art and Business of Writing Online', and listening to podcasts by Cal Newport and Mark Manson. The author outlines a three-step framework for skill acquisition: 1. Ruthlessly Prioritize and Time-Block; 2. Break It Down into manageable tasks; 3. Integrate skill practice into daily life routines. Concludes with a prompt for readers to reflect on their own learning journeys.
February 22, 2025 at 8:26 PM
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How losing my biggest client taught me the importance of diversifying my income.
#Freelancing
#SelfEmployed
#DiversifyYourIncome
#MultipleClients
#BusinessTips
Screenshot essay titled 'How Losing My Biggest Client Taught Me The Importance Of Diversifying My Income.' The essay discusses the author's experience of having one major client for the past year, leading to a loss of connection with other clients. The author recently stopped working with this client due to unfavorable contract changes and reflects on the urgency to find new clients and income streams. They emphasize the importance of maintaining relationships with previous clients, advising to check in periodically and offer help, even indirectly. The author expresses a commitment to avoid becoming complacent again and invites readers to share methods for staying connected with past clients.
February 21, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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I feel foolish and used. One big mistake I made when I first got started in tour guiding.
* #TourGuide #Freelancing #Mistakes #Learning #Trust
Screenshot essay titled '1 Big Mistake I Made When I Was First Getting Started In Tour Guiding'. The body discusses the author's experience as a beginner in walking tours, highlighting a major mistake of trusting a lead generating company. It explains how they misrepresented their role and imposed guiding rules, which led to feelings of betrayal similar to a personal breakup. The author emphasizes the importance of having multiple income streams and clients, and reflects on lessons learned from mistakes and failures as essential to growth.
February 19, 2025 at 10:21 PM
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3 Ways To Beat Fear And Perform With Confidence
#StageFright
#PublicSpeaking
#PerformanceTips
#OvercomeFear
#ConfidenceBoost
A screenshot essay titled '3 Ways To Beat Fear And Perform With Confidence' discussing the author's experience of performing over 1,000 magic shows. The body content outlines three key strategies to overcome fear and build confidence: 1) Preparation is crucial, emphasizing the importance of extensive practice in front of a mirror, camera, and friends. 2) The spotlight effect, reminding performers that the audience is more concerned with their own issues than perfection, thus relieving pressure. 3) Engaging the audience, suggesting that asking questions can shift focus and reduce stage fright. The author invites readers to share their ideas in the comments.
February 18, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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One Piece Of Tech That Super Charged My Morning Routine
#MorningRoutine #Kobo #eReader #Productivity #NoPhone
February 17, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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Day 9: 1 Tip I Would Give Someone Who Wanted To Get Started Working As A Tour Guide
#tourguide #traveltips #audienceengagement #tourguidelife #travelguide
February 16, 2025 at 10:18 PM