Productivity Inhibitors Sitting On Your Desk
Your workspace is your haven of peace, focus, and productivity, right? You keep it organized to the best of your ability, and set aside work time, so why is staying productive so hard? Why is it so easy to get distracted and lose track of time? Well, the answer might be sitting right on the desk that you think is so beneficial to your process. This post by Stephanie Vozza at Entrepreneur.com tells you what you should take off your desk now!
-Cords- create visual clutter and take up space.
-The “To-Do” Pile- instead of motivating, it can overwhelm.
-Random objects- some knick knacks can be mental dead weight.
Wordless Wednesday: Pink Office Inspiration
Friday Fun Video: Minimizing Distractions When Working
Good tips for focusing and being more productive when working!
Freelancing Ideas
Are you excited about the thought of working from home, but don’t really know where to start? Well, if you have a particular marketable skill, like writing or web design, you could consider becoming a freelancer! It’s a great way to make a few extra bucks. If you really commit yourself to it, you could even make a sustainable career out of freelance work. It’s like being a modern jack-of-all-trades. But where do you start? This post by Ben Edwards at Money Smart Life has some great ideas to get you thinking:
Freelance Writing- In very high demand and usually requires little to no experience.
Graphic Design- Are you a whiz at InDesign or PhotoShop? If so, you might be able to offer your skills as a freelance graphic designer.
Web and Software Development If you know how to code, there is no reason to sell yourself short for a salary at one company.
Social Media Marketing- If you know how to use social media to drive traffic to websites, and to convert social media into sales, you can offer your services on a freelance or consultant basis
Virtual Assisting- Many of the assistant jobs, from answering emails to scheduling phone interviews, can be done on a freelance basis.
Tips for Selling on Etsy
If you have unique crafting skills or an artsy eye, Etsy is a great place to make some extra money. Whether you make jewelry, knit scarves, build furniture, or paint abstract art, Etsy is the place for you! If you haven’t heard of it, it’s a site where users can set up their own store to peddle their handmade wares. It’s a great way to work part time from home. You get to create things you love, and make a profit from them. This post by Rob Toledo on Lifehack.org has several ways for selling more on Etsy:
–Find a Theme for Your Store
Your theme will guide just about everything you do for your store, from the kind of products you sell to your marketing strategy. It will decide your name, your store visuals, and your profile page.
–Optimize Your Products for Sale and Your Store for Sharing
-Snap high quality photos
-Write excellent product descriptions.
-Use correct titles, tags, and categories.
-Market your products on social media. Facebook and Pinterest are perfect!
Friday Fun Video: How to Make a Creative Office Space
Tips on how to create a space for your own that nurtures productivity a creativity.
Wordless Wednesday: Cheery Office Decor
Blog burnout? Get Inspired!
Whew! 2013 is coming to an end. If you’ve been blogging for ages now, or if you just started this year, the end of the year can seem like both a relief, but also a challenge. The past year is over, but the next one is going to demand all new content, concentration, and creativity. So, once you get done with your winter break (even if it’s just a day off or two for the holidays), get ready. The new year is coming, waiting for you to tackle it with sparkling new ideas and posts. If you’re feeling a little stuck or intimidated, this post by Jennine Jacob at heartifb will motivate you! Check out some tips to help you get excited about your blog, just in time for 2014:
Brainstorm your posts for the week on real paper For some reason it feels more like it’s coming from the soul. It’s private. It’s destructible. It’s unique. Also, you can’t get distracted by email and social media when your computer is closed and all that is open is your pad of paper.
Give your blog’s design a make-over Kind of like getting a new pair of shoes or a lipstick. Maybe your site just needs a bit of a makeover. Give your site a new lipstick by updating your header, or picking out a new font for your post text.
Bring on a contributor It’s amazing how contributors can help add a new perspective to your blog.
Ask yourself, “Why did I start in the first place?” You started blogging for a reason. We all did. Whatever that reason was, it was compelling enough for you to create something. Maybe, just maybe, it will compel you to create some more.
