Take a break

solitary road through a forestEveryone needs a break. When we do the same things day in and day out we begin to run on autopilot. Creativity and inspiration go out the window. Just getting your work done becomes more important than doing great work.

Show of hands. Who’s been there? {raises hand}

I don’t care what you’re doing. Stop it. For 24 hours. For 48 hours. For a week if you are able. When you return you’ll find that you see things with fresh eyes, that you’ll approach your work differently.

Your clients, your partner and yourself will thank you.

 

Find a mastermind group already

cut out figures holding hands and circling a lit lightbulbI take time to mastermind with a variety of people at least once a month. They work best when each member of the group has the ability to be vulnerable and is a genuine contributor to the group. Maybe you’re not all at the same level, but you bring value to the group.

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