Ever feel like standing up, flipping off your boss and pulling a Jerry Maguire? Or firing all your pain-in-the-ass clients? You’ve probably heard of the concept of f*ck you money—the amount of money that would put you in a position to
If you’re like most entrepreneurs, you’re always on the lookout for new and exciting opportunities. You’re not content to sit back and play it safe, you want to seize every opportunity that comes your way. And that’s a good thing!
Every choice we make in life creates more options. Sometimes the options are clear, and sometimes they’re not. The thing that makes the most successful lifestyle designers is their mindset around optionality. They know that no matter what choice they
Active income requires constant input of time and effort to generate money. It’s how most of us make our money. Passive income on the other hand is basically everyone’s dream. Imagine not having to actively work to but still be
Please note: This version 1.0 post was my quick attempt at documenting the process that’s worked for me and my past businesses. I wanted to get it up quickly since I’d been asked about this a few times over the
Between my business and personal life, I’ve spent a decent chunk of time creating written and visual content for social media. Often times I’m overly critical of my ideas. My brain shuts them down before they ever see the light
Quotes About Online Business Ideas “Write down every single idea you have no matter how big or small.” Richard Branson “The best startups generally come from somebody needing to scratch an itch.” Michael Arrington “When you find an idea that
I got thinking about how I came up with some of my first ideas. For me, it was process of answering questions just like the ones below. If I dug deep enough, I’d still be able to find my early
Both freelancing and entrepreneurship can be great ways to start an online business. Each can earn you the freedom to work for yourself if you go through the correct the process of identifying a customer need and fulfilling it. Early
When Tim Ferriss dubbed them the New Rich, they were merely a quiet underground culture—a small group of entrepreneurs who chose to value time and mobility over money. But in the past decade, the nomadic subculture has become a movement.
Doing business online means fewer startup costs and a lower barrier to entry. There’s a chance to make a great return on investment since online business models are often highly scalable. Scalability refers to the ability to exponentially serve more
I know a measly dollar isn’t what gets you out of bed in the morning, but hear me out. Early on when starting a business project, it’s all too easy to get trapped in overanalysis—a mindless cycle of perfectionism and
It can be dangerous to get caught on the hamster wheel of chasing money. It’s the liberation you get from business that allows you to experience life in a richer way, whatever that means to you personally. It’s not strictly
Ah yes, the flâneur. The connoisseur of the street. He began as a literary figure and thanks to many commentators over the years, has evolved into a practical life philosophy. Here are some quotes and words related to the concept of
You know that sense of awe and excitement you feel when you’re setting out to do something new? When you’re embarking on an adventure, either physically or mentally? It’s that feeling of exhilaration that drives us to explore the world
Are you finding yourself at a crossroads in life? Not quite sure which direction to take next? If so, you’re definitely not alone. Everyone faces these kinds of decisions at some point in their lives. And while there’s no foolproof
Walking in solitude provides a chance to explore, quiet our minds, mull over ideas and conceive new concepts. The very act is a counter to the relentless pace of life in modern society where we’re overstimulated and bombarded with information,
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I just realized that nowhere on this site is there a proper definition of flânerie, so here it is. As I’m able to live it more and more in my life, I’ll be better able to define it. For now,
Do you ever feel like you need a new word to describe your travel experience? Something that really captures the feeling of being in a new place, seeing amazing things and living life on the go? Well, you’re in luck.
There’s something about walking that just makes us feel alive. Maybe it’s the sense of freedom we feel when we’re out in the open, or maybe it’s the wayward thoughts that tend to come to us while we’re exploring new
When Tim Ferriss dubbed them the New Rich, they were merely a quiet underground culture—a small group of entrepreneurs who chose to value time and mobility over money. But in the past decade, the nomadic subculture has become a movement.
I’m not qualified to be a digital nomad. I have no idea what the qualifications are, but whatever they are, I definitely don’t have them. The good news? You don’t need them either. Nomadism is a lifestyle choice just as
We all need moments of solitude. Even the most social among us need time to ourselves, to reflect and recharge. But in a world that’s constantly buzzing, where can you find peace and quiet? If you’re an explorer, these 26
There I was, cruising along the slippery neighbourhood sidewalks of the Canadian small town suburbs, trying to avoid face-planting into a patch of black ice. Pulling me along was my freak on a leash, Ginger: an uber happy, hyperdetermined golden
Security or freedom? My whole life these two values have battled it out. I still have the notebook from a number of years ago when I went through Tony Robbins’ program Personal Power 2. One of the exercises had you list
Ever feel like standing up, flipping off your boss and pulling a Jerry Maguire? Or firing all your pain-in-the-ass clients? You’ve probably heard of the concept of f*ck you money—the amount of money that would put you in a position to
Ah yes, the flâneur. The connoisseur of the street. He began as a literary figure and thanks to many commentators over the years, has evolved into a practical life philosophy. Here are some quotes and words related to the concept of
Here’s an old joke from my childhood: Q: “What did the snail say when he took a ride on the turtle’s back? A: “Wheeeeee!” It came to mind recently during one of those wonderful and fleeting moments that ambush you
Quotes About Goal Setting “Go as far as you can see, and when you get there you will see farther.” Orison Swett Marden “In these parts you have to keep busy; otherwise you’re no-account. Here you just can’t sit, you
Most people go through life setting goals. There are two types of goals: intrinsic and extrinsic. So, which should you set for yourself? This blog post will explore the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic goals, and how to determine which
Deep in your subconscious lie your: Automatic body processes Unconscious memories Emotions Imagination Internalized beliefs Behavior patterns Instincts That’s why procrastination is so complex, there’s a lot going on under the surface. I’m a fan of this quote from Antifragile:
1. Different Versions of You In the book “One, No One and One Hundred Thousand” (Original Italian: Uno, Nessuno e Centomila), the main character is struck with a sudden, haunting epiphany: Inside the imagination of every person he comes across
Perception is subjective. Everything we experience is reconstructed by our individual minds to create uniquely different versions of reality. We tell ourselves a story that dictates how we think, and over time, we become that story. If you’re going to
The chat that transpired took me on a brief trip down memory lane. That conversation stuck with me, as all good ones do. I decided to create this post as a running tab of the thoughts that come up as
Our most valuable thoughts are often those that arise by chance at the moments we least expect them. There’s the brilliant business idea when you’re walking down the sidewalk, in no particular hurry to get where you’re going, merely taking
When I walked into my AirBnb for the first time, the birdcage decoration on the coffee table caught my eye straight away. As someone who has spent the past decade working to create a life on my own terms, there
