Every month, I curate the best links on how to find work that you love, be excellent at what you do, and unlock any door that stands in your way. Here’s your list for today!
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
FIND WORK YOU LOVE
Are you telling yourself a story that keeps you stuck in a job you don’t even like? Here are 5 lies that could be ruining your career … and your life.
Even Leonardo Da Vinci had to apply for jobs! Here’s the “cover letter” that he wrote to the man who eventually commissioned him to paint The Last Supper.
Having a terrible, no good day? Sarah Von Bargen writes about how to re-start a bad, annoying or unproductive day.
BE YOUR OWN BOSS
As an entrepreneur, you’re often told, “Never take no for an answer!” But sometimes, you’ve got to know when to hold ‘em and when to fold ‘em.
Fantasizing about opening up an artisanal bakery? (Please invite me to your grand opening … especially if there’s warm, fresh, buttery bread!)
So many emails, calls, tweets, texts … and meetings! Here’s how to organize your day to maximize productivity + happiness.
NEAT TOOLS + INVENTIONS
Need to raise some cash before you can launch your new business or finish designing that prototype? Here’s a terrific funding resource.
There is the World Cup in soccer. And then, there is the World Cup of everything else.
Is the art of handwriting going to be lost, forever? Maybe… not.
LIFE LESSONS
Following your dreams might be overrated. How about following your skills?
It’s the oldest art form on the planet ― and it’s the key to success, in any industry. Do you know how to tell a powerful story?
You don’t find time to do things ― you make time. Designer Debbie Millman shares her stance on what it takes to design a good life.
GET OUT OF THE HOUSE
Thinking about getting an MBA? Before you commit to a two-year program, consider a one-day start-up school, first. Classes are offered all over the world…including the mother-ship, Silicon Valley.
Feel like you’re nevvver going to be able to move out of your parents’ house? This one’s for you.
We hear this again and again and again…because it’s true. Exercise is the single best way to get smarter and happier.So, make this the last blog post that you read today, get outside…and go break a sweat!
Find great work. Do great work. And have a great week!
—Ellen
Images: Willie Franklin