Entrepreneur Life

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28 WAYS TO STAY CREATIVE

1. Make lists.
2. Carry a notebook everywhere (I keep one in my bag or on me at all times).
3. Try free writing.
   
4. Get away from the computer.
   
5. Quit beating yourself up.
   
6. Take breaks.
   
7. Sing in the shower.
   
8. Drink coffee (I recommend Death Wish Coffee or Starbucks).
9. Listen to new music.
   
10. Be open.
    
11. Surround yourself with creative people.
    
12. Get feedback.
    
13. Collaborate.
    
14. Don't give up.
    
15. Practice, practice, practice.
    
16. Allow yourself to make mistakes.
    
17. Go somewhere new.
    
18. Count your blessings.
    
19. Get lots of rest (Something I don't do - I sleep maybe 2 hours a night).
    
20. Take risks.
    
21. BREAK THE RULES.
    
22. Don't force it.
    
23. Read a page of the dictionary.
    
24. Create a framework.
    
25. Stop trying to be someone else's perfect.
    
26. Got an idea? Write it down.
    
27. Clean your owrkspace.
    
28. Have fun.
    
29. Finish something.​

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HOW TO WIN FRIENDS & INFLUENCE PEOPLE​

1. Smile.
2. Always begin in a friendly way.
   
3. Let the other person save face.
   
4. Don't criticize, condemn, or complain.
   
5. Give honest and sincere appreciation.
   
6. Let the other people do all the talking.
   
7. To get the best of an argument, avoid it.
   
8. Ask questions rather than giving orders.
9. Show respect for other people's opinions.
   
10. Always begin with praise and appreciation.
    
11. Remember and use the other person's name.
12. Become genuinely interested in other people.
    
13. Talk in terms of the other person's interests.
14. When wrong, admit it quickly and definitely.
15. Arouse an eager want within the other person.
16. Be a good listener, let the others do more talking.
17. Go out of your way to make people feel important.
18. Publicly praise the other person's accomplishments.
19. Try to see things from the other person's point of view.​
    

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12 WAYS TO BOOST YOUR CONFIDENCE!

• Plan and do something challenging every week.
• Write a list of personal rules and goals.
  
• Rethinking negative thoughts, you have about yourself.
  
• Write a list of personal rules and goals.
  
• Keep good posture and practice looking confident.
• Accept the imperfections.
• Don't give up on your dreams.
  
• Don't look for everyone's approval.
  
• Focus on the positive.
  
• Except and learn from the helpful critique.
  
• Don't compare yourself to others.
  
• Do everything with excellence.
  

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30 DAY SELF-CONFIDENCE CHALLENGE

1. Write some of your bigger achievements.
   
2. Try doing something new.
   
3. Recite Positive Affirmations
4. Exercise
   
5. Do something nice for yourself.
   
6. Accept your flaws.
   
7. Set little tasks and complete them.
   
8. Make a list of things you're good at.
   
9. Do something nice for someone.
   
10. Do something you're scared of.
    
11. Don't fear failure.
    
12. Say "NO" when you have to.
    
13. Sharpen your existing skills.
    
14. Compliment yourself.
    
15. Pick up a productive hobby.
16. Get rid of negative thoughts.
    
17. Stand/Sit up straight.
18. Dress nicely.
    
19. Learn something new.
    
20. Do something you're procrastinating.
    
21. Read/Listen to something inspring.
    
22. Journal.
    
23. Follow good personal hygiene.
    
24. Get comfortable with yourself.
    
25. Engage in mindful meditation.
    
26. Join a community/Volunteer.
    
27. Avoid going too hard on yourself.
    
28. Let go of the past.
    
29. Plan ahead.
    
30. Stop comparing yourself to others.
    

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MORNING CHECKLIST
​TO START YOUR DAY OFF RIGHT

• Make your bed.
• 10-minute morning meditation or journal.
• 5-10 minute stretch.
  
• Brush your teeth & wash your face.
  
• Put on a comfy outfit to work from home in (NOT PJ's)
  
• Make a hot cup of coffee or tea.
  
• Make a healthy breakfast to fuel your day.
  
• Read an article about something you want to learn while eating.
  
• Top up your hot drink.
  
• Get your work desk set up.
  
• Review your schedule to check for meetings.
  
• Write your to-do list for the day. 
  
• Open up the blinds to get some natural light in.
• Get your day started! You got this!
  

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THE 7 INCOME STREAMS​

• Earned Income: From working a job.
  
• Profit Income: From buying and selling.
  
• Interest Income: From lending money.
  
• Dividend Income: From owning stocks.
• Rental Income: From renting out property.
  
• Capital Gains: When assets increase in value.
  
• Royalties: Income from others using your work.
  

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CHECK LIST
​A HOME OFFICE SETUP CHECKLIST

Necessities:

• Computer/Laptop.
• Desk.
  
• Office Chair or Gaming Chair.
  
• ​Internet.
  

SOFTWARE:

• Zoom.
• DropBox
  
• Microsoft Word.
  
• Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Grammarly.
  
• Slack.
  
• Canva.
  

ELECTRONICS

• Computer Mouse.
• Computer Monitor (At least 2).
• Web Cam.
  
• Keyboard.
  
• Headphones/Ear Buds.
  
• External Hard Drive.
  
• Printer.
  
• Scanner.
  
• Power Strip.
  
• Phone Charger.
  

OFFICE UPGRADES & EXTRAS

• Desk Organizer.
• Portable Monitor.
  
• iPad/Tablet.
  
• Desk Pad/Mat.
• Ember Mug.
  
• Water Jug.
  
• Yeti Tumbler.
  
• Foot Hammock.
  
• Cord Organizer.
  
• Multi-Charger.​

ZOOM UPGRADES & EXTRAS

• Podcast Mic.
• Ring Light.
  
• Mini Light Kit.
  

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99 SMALL CHANGES TO MAKE FOR A HAPPIER 2023

1. Forgiving yourself and others.
2. Stop settling for mediocrity.
3. Discounting your inherent worth.
4. Replying on external validation.
5. Self-sabotage.
6. Work on positive talk.
7. Accept your imperfections.
8. Stop transgressing your own boundaries.
9. Acting inauthentically.
10. Putting other's needs before your own.
11. Taking responsibility for things you shouldn't.
12. Being unwilling to forgive yourself.
13. Compromising your beliefs and values.
14. Saying "Yes" when you want to say "No".
15. Repeating patterns (regardless of the outcome).
16. Suppressing emotions.
17. Prioritizing coping over healing.
18. Not taking responsibility.
19. Focusing on the past, not the present or future.
20. Resisting change.
21. Refusing to seek support/help.
22. Apologizing for who you are.
23. Minimizing your own feelings.
24. Pretending you're okay if you aren't.
25. Overextending yourself to be enough.
26. Voice out your opinions.
27. Be honest with yourself.
28. Practice healthy communications.
29. Pursue personal growth.
30. Reflect on what you believe.
31. Thank your past self.
32. Forgive your past self (for any mistakes).
33. Reflect on what your past has taught you.
34. Recognize the wounds/pains you need to heal from.
35. Acknowledge areas of desired change.
    
36. Declutter.
    
37. Self-Check.
    
38. Set goals.
    
39. Love yourself more.
    
40. Start (or continue) a journaling practice.
    

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SELF-CARE CHECKLIST

Check off the things you've done recently or want to do.

• Try something new.
  
• Go on a nature walk.
  
• Meditate.
  
• Make a Vision Board.
  
• Connect with your friends.
  
• Watch your favorite TV Show.
  
• Have a long nap.
• Give yourself credit.
  
• Practice deep breathing.
  
• Cuddle with your pet or human.
  
• Take your medication.
  
• Plan a fun day out.
  
• Call a family member.
  
• Do something for someone else.
  
• Write in a journal.
  
• Listen to a Podcast.

• Cook your favorite food.
  
• Light a candle.
  
• Write down things you're grateful for.
  
• Compliment a stranger.
  
• Dance to music.
  
• Eat nourishing food.
  
• Go to a workout class.
  
• Tell yourself "I love you".
  
• Take a break from Social Media.
  
• Buy something that makes you feel good.
• Read a book.
  
• Say yes to something fun.
  
• Declutter your living space.
  

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10 SIGNS YOU ARE OVERWHELMED & HOW TO FIX IT

1. YOU HAVE DIFFICULTY SLEEPING OR YOU'RE SLEEPING TOO MUCH.
   1. ​Stick to a night time routine. This will hopefully (eventually) train your brain that it's bedtime.
   2. Go to bed at a reasonable time each night (not too early, or too late)
   3. Practice relaxation exercises before bed to help calm the mind, such as meditation, yoga, progressive muscle relaxation.
2. YOU ARE ALWAYS TIRED, NO MATTER HOW MUCH SLEEP YOU GET
   1. ​All tips from #1 apply.
   2. Eat healthy foods that give you energy.
   3. Exercise not only provides mental health benefits, but may also tire you out enough physcially to help you sleep and get a better night's rest.
3. YOU LACK ENERGY - The tips I've mentioned above would work here as well.
4. YOU ARE HIGH-STRUNG/ANXIOUS
   1. ​Tips above will also apply here.
   2. Take little breaks throughout our day to help ease your nerves. For instance, going for a walk or grabbing a healthy snack throughout your day.
   3. Limit or avoid caffeine or alcohol.
   4. Find time to be active. Exercise helps relieve stress and improve mental health.
5. YOU ARE STRESSED OUT
   1. ​All tips above also apply here.
   2. At work, speak with your manager to ask for additional time to work on/complete tasks that have been stressing you out.
   3. Take a Mental Health Day off work.
   4. Break large tasks down into small ones, and focus on completing the small ones (one at a time) instead.
   5. Establish more balance in your life, i.e. greater balance between work and play.
6. YOU HAVE A LOSS OF APPETITE OR YOU ARE OVEREATING
   1. ​Try establishing an eating routine, by eating at regular times each day, and sticking to that. Your brain will learn to follow this.
   2. With loss of appetite, try rating smaller snacks throughout the day, and eating a bigger meal when you're feeling most hungry.
   3. Limit caffeine intake as this will also add to loss of appetite.
   4. Exervise, and reducing your stress and anxiety (with the tips mentioned above) can also help you establish and maintain healthy eating habits.
7. YOU HAVE DIFFICULTY FOCUSING
   1. ​Break down large tasks into smaller ones.
   2. Establish plan of action and write your plan down. When things are written down, they can become easier to follow.
   3. Make lists and check off completed items as you go.
   4. Take little breaks throughout your day to refuel and refocus the brain.
8. YOU LACK MOTIVATION
   1. ​Check out the tips I've mentioned in the sections above, they apply here too.
   2. Take some time for yourself and implement self-care strategies.
9. YOU'RE KEEPING TO YOURSELF MORE
   1. ​It's okay to take some time for yourself. Take this time to improve your well-being by doing activities you enjoy, such as reading a book, watching a movie, etc.
   2. Implementing much needed self-care strategies will help re-energize you, reduce the effects of you feeling overwhelmed and get you back to being your healthy and balanced self.
10. ​YOU ARE MOODY / EMOTIONAL
    1. ​Speak with your doctor if you are feeling depressed or are concerned about your overall emotional state.
       
    2. Call 911, or a crisis line near you, if you are feeling suicidal.
       
    3. Confide in a good friend, it helps to feel heard.
       
    4. Try counseling There are free counseling services available at your local community health centers, if money were a concern.
       
    5. Take time for yourself and implement the self-care strategies mentioned all above (and otherrs that are effective for you).