How I Manage My Side Hustle & A Full-Time Job. “It’s not the load that breaks you down. It’s the way you carry it.” – Lou Holtz. I have been juggling multiple priorities for as long as I can remember. One of the things I’m most frequently asked, is how I manage a side hustle with a demanding full-time job. One of the things I have learned is that there is a real difference between being busy and productive. In order to effectively manage a side hustle, you need to focus on being productive. In this article, I share the key strategies I’ve put in place to be able to […]

“There has never been a time in the history of time than right now to start a business” – Gary Vee. “Small thinking has and always will be punished in one way or another.” – Grant Cardone. Last Wednesday I had the pleasure of attending the National Achievers Congress in Sydney. The event was headlined by Gary Vee and Grant Cardone, with some special appearances from guests including Elena Cardone, Kerwin Rae, Jules Lund and Adam Hudson to name a few. If you have been following my blog for some time now, you would know that I am passionate about personal and professional development. I am always up for attending […]

How to Master Mid-Year Motivation & Achieve Your Goals. “We must all suffer from one of two pains: The pain of discipline or the pain of regret.” – Jim Rohn The first half of 2019 is well and truly over. So the question is, how are you tracking against the goals that you set at the beginning of the year? Are you on track to achieving your goals, or did they fall over somewhere between January and July? I’m a big believer in taking time out on a regular basis to review and reset my priorities and goals. If you haven’t achieved what you wanted to in the first half […]

3 Reasons Why You Should Never Settle. “There is no passion to be found in playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.” – Nelson Mandela. Settling. Just the sound of that word bothers me. Too often, I come across individuals who are settling in an area or in some cases, all areas of their life. Whether it is a relationship, a job or anything else, they are in a situation where they are living a life far less than the one they are capable of living in. Individuals settle for a multitude of reasons – self-doubt, staying within […]

5 things that have helped me the most in my career. “Don’t wish it were easier; wish you were better.” – Jim Rohn. One of the things that I am really proud of is my career, and the work that I have put in to get me to the point where I am at today. Let my start by saying that getting ahead in my career hasn’t exactly been a walk in the park. Countless sacrifices, long hours and burnout have just been a few side effects of striving to get ahead. There are a few strategies and practices that have helped me to get promoted and progress in my […]

3 Ways To Start Taking More Pride In Yourself & Your Work. “The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential. These are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence” – Confucius. Taking pride in yourself and your work is something which can give you leverage in your professional lives, and for a greater purpose.  Taking pride in the details can often contribute towards producing a high standard and quality of work. These results can transpire regardless of whether it is in the workplace or any other environment. There are a few key methods I’ve adopted to ensure I take pride […]

How to Ask for a Pay Increase Like a Boss. “I never dreamed about success. I worked for it” – Estée Lauder. Asking your boss for more money can be terrifying. But one thing I’ve learned is that if you never ask, the answer will always be no. Every once in a while, I reflect upon the early stages of my career. I was petrified of asking my boss for a day off, let alone asking for more money. I’ve since realised through experience, that asking for a pay increase doesn’t have to be a daunting experience. In this post, I share with you my key tips and tricks for […]

“The only question is whether you’re going to do it today or tomorrow. If you keep saying you’re going to do it tomorrow, you’ll never do it. You have to get on it today” – Warren Buffett. If your 9-5 job is no longer cutting it, it may be time to consider taking on a side hustle to earn some extra cash. I’ve learned through first hand experience that it is very possible for us to juggle multiple jobs or projects at a time. You may need to sacrifice some early mornings, late nights and weekends to do the work, but the benefits can be well worth it. I’ve put […]

Last Friday I had the privilege of attending the 9 to Thrive Summit in Sydney hosted by Business Chicks. If you have been following my blog for a while now, you would know that personal and career development is something which I truly value. I love taking time out of my usual schedule to listen and learn from successful entrepreneurs, money and mindset coaches with the aim of applying their wisdom, tools and tactics to my own life. Whilst I’ve been to many business seminars, this was my first time attending a Business Chicks event. I was really looking forward to hearing from some real boss ladies including Miranda Kerr […]

Grant Cardone: 10X Your Business, Income & Life. “Your greatness is limited only by the investments you make in yourself” – Grant Cardone. Grant Cardone is a world-renowned sales expert, New York Times best selling author, real estate mogul, and top social media influencer. Grant’s primary venture is Cardone Training Technologies, which helps companies grow sales by customising their sales processes to be more effective. He also owns and operates Cardone University, Cardone Acquisitions, Cardone Capital and Grant Cardone TV Network. Grant had a rocky start to life, losing his father at a young age and struggling with addiction. Today, Grant has built a real estate business alone that has […]

How to Prioritise Tasks & Focus On What Matters. “You don’t need more time in your day. You just need to decide” – Seth Godin. Have you ever felt like you can’t get on top of your workload and priorities? Does your never-ending to-do list continue to grow and expand? Do you constantly feel stressed and overwhelmed? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this may be the article for you. Managing work flow and priorities is essential if you want to increase your effectiveness and productivity. Between managing a demanding full time job, my blog and personal projects, I’ve learned a thing or two about learning […]

5 Things I Do To Get Myself Out Of A Slump. “Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time” – Thomas A. Edison. I always try to remain positive and to see the best in every situation, but that doesn’t mean to say that I never get worn down. Sometimes, life itself is exhausting and we just need to take some much needed time out to decompress and destress. For those of you who have read about my daily routine, you would know that I am up at 5am, hit the gym and work on my own […]