How to Create a Simple, Authentic Vision Board

I love the process of creating a Vision Board. Not only because it helps me realize dream goals, but due to the simple fact that taking the time to reflect and create fosters the most encouraging energy during the process.

It's not about cutting images from magazines in the hope that a dream vacation will "manifest" in my life. Instead, I enjoy the quiet time and reflective process that comes from the creation of an authentic vision board and the inspirational energy that follows.

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A Pep Talk About Taking Action for Creatives & Freelancers

As a creative freelancer or entrepreneur, it’s easy to get caught up in the busy work of planning vs doing. Planning is important, but it's only one step in the process. If you don't move beyond that step, planning slides into procrastination. And really, don’t we have enough distractions in our daily lives (um…hello social media and a pandemic) to not become sidelined with continual planning. So don’t get bogged down with planning, move beyond that step, and learn to enjoy the whole creative journey.

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Freelancing in a Pandemic: How to keep moving forward while staying hopeful.

With everything going on in the world how can we stay hopeful, productive, and dedicated to running a freelance business?

The illustrator in me wishes I could wave a magic wand and make things better… but we don’t live in a Disney movie, lovely as they are. Instead, I’ll share 10 things that I often do to feel more light-hearted, productive, and hopeful.

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The Benefits of Seasonal Goal Planning

Seasonal goals work in shorter, 3-month time frames, to keep you motivated and productive. Instead of putting all your focus on a large yearly goal — you plan several goals that work with the seasons and your schedule. This system works exceptionally well, especially if you’re a freelancer, artist, or entrepreneur who is juggling a hectic family schedule.

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How the power of small wins can help you achieve a big goal.

How I pursued a freelance career by planning daily actionable steps. The small wins along the way kept me motivated and excited to achieve my larger goal of being a successful freelance artist. In this blog I talk about how those small wins stack up and help you chip away at large, sometimes overwhelming goals.

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