Author: Kate
Kate
Blogger and creative entrepreneur, former marketer and strategist. I’m devoted to helping women boost their impact, master their money, and better themselves so that they can unlock their most meaningful lives. Proud Canadian hailing from Toronto, ON.
If you’ve ever worked for yourself, you know that it has its challenges. How do you create structure, goals, and routines for your work week? And how do you know what to focus on and when? One of the greatest tools I’ve discovered is the 12 week plan. It’s a brilliant way to set goals and work strategically, and I’m really excited to share it with you. I truly believe that it has the potential to transform your business and life! WHAT IS A 12 WEEK PLAN? Based on the book The 12 Week Year by Brian Moran and Michael Lennington, 12…
Unsurprisingly, 1 in 2 people starting a fitness routine will drop out in the first 6 months. Even with the best of intentions, it can feel like there are so many factors stacked against us, including a lack of time, a lack of drive, and a lack of desire. While we know exercise is good for us, many of us need to do everything we can to improve the fitness experience and better our chances of success. I definitely fall in the “non-lover of exercise” camp. I’ve had to really push myself to make it a regular habit by focusing on…
What percentage of people do you think achieve their New Year’s Resolutions? 50%? 30%? According to a recent study, it’s more like 8%. So what’s keeping 92% if people from meeting their goals? A big part of it is lack of accountability: they don’t have guidance in place to keep them on track. Enter: the accountability buddy. Someone whose role is to help you stay accountable to those very goals you’re eager to achieve. But what is an accountability partner? And how does it all work? Today we’ll be diving into just that. (I’ve been working with an blogging accountability partner…
If you’re anything like me, you’re always looking for opportunities to generate more exposure for your small business. You know you have a great product or service, and if more people just knew about it, you could increase your sales. Unfortunately, it can feel like every solid marketing opportunity carries a large price tag, making most of them unfeasible. With that in mind, this post will cover 10 affordable (and often FREE!) ideas for how to promote your Etsy shop. These are all things I’ve tried over the past 2+ years as an Etsy shop owner, and they’ve helped me build my business on a…
I’m not sure about you, but I don’t always feel motivated to work out. It’s Winter, I’m happily working, and the last thing I want to do is exert myself or get sweaty. But I know that exercise is great for my physical and mental health, and works wonders at reducing stress. And I always feel great after working out! The key then is to get my butt out of the chair and kick it into gear. What’s the best way to do that? Here are some ways I’ve found to get the best workout motivation and start moving. THE…
We’re a few months into the year – how are those goals coming? Are you crushing them or finding it to be a bit trickier to meet everything you set out to do? I normally find myself in the latter camp, where I set aggressive goals and end up falling flat. Thankfully, I worked with a blogging coach in January who helped me set goals in a brand new way that has overhauled my approach and helped me succeed. Today I’ll be sharing the three simple steps that will teach you exactly how to write goals you can achieve. HOW…
At the risk of sounding like a total nerd, I love planning. From planning sessions to colour-coding, time blocking to batch working, I’m a productivity junkie. I love it so much that in 2015 I was so into planning in my Erin Condren Life Planner that I started making my own planner supplies and selling them on Etsy. Since leaving the corporate world, I’ve shifted to using an electronic planner to plan each week’s activities. It keeps me focused on the most important priorities, helps me track my hours, and adds structure to the crazy world of entrepreneurship. It also lets me manage my hour-by-hour schedule in a…
We’re nearing the end of July 2024. How are those goals coming? For many of us, we had the best intentions of getting organized and focused in 2018 only to have more work pile up and curveballs thrown at us, leaving us feeling a little overwhelmed. But what if we could get really clear on where we should be spending our energy? Project prioritization may sound boring but it can be LIFE CHANGING. Having absolute certainty as to where we should focus and a clear list of tasks is empowering and freeing. And today I’ll be showing you how to do just…
What’s your favourite thing about the holiday season? For many, it’s the feeling of love and generosity in the air. People seem to be happier, warmer, and more willing to help one another. It’s a time of giving back to society, and giving to others. After all, we have so much to be grateful for! But during this busy season, how can we make a difference in our communities? Today’s post shares a few things we can start doing today for a brighter tomorrow. Donate Your Time You don’t have to write a cheque to give back, and your time can…
Have you ever given someone a compliment or thanked someone and been surprised at how positive their response was? Something that seems so small and insignificant as a kind word or stopping to express thanks can have a HUGE impact on someone. And if you think about it, it makes total sense. How often has a small act of gratitude made your day? Or motivated you to be even better? Sometimes a simple thanks can make a big difference. One of my absolute favourite things is recognizing others. In fact, I used to say that my ideal job would be CRO:…