Published inBlank Page·PinnedHow to Write an Article in 60 MinutesA tried and tested process to produce great content in a timely manner. — When it comes to doing things quickly, I was always conveniently “sick” during swimming carnivals. Try as I might, I would always come last — trying to swim forward but usually ending up at the bottom of the pool floor. When it came to running races, I was always the…Writing6 min readWriting6 min read
Published inThe Startup·Pinned11 Writing Lessons I Learnt from Masterclass11 Writing Lessons I Learnt from Masterclass — Last year I decided to treat myself to a Masterclass subscription. I’d been pondering the idea for months, and because it was constantly in my thoughts, I bit the bullet. For those who don’t know, Masterclass is a platform where (for a tiny fortune) you are given access to tutorials…Writing6 min readWriting6 min read
PinnedThe 8 Most Common Regrets In LifeLessons on life from those who have already lived theirs. — We all know how fleeting life can be. In the grand scheme of things, we are all but a blimp on the radar of history. …Life Lessons7 min readLife Lessons7 min read
Published inThe Startup·PinnedLosing a Parent in Your TwentiesIf you can do this, you can do anything. — Four years ago, my father (in his early 50s, fit and healthy) was diagnosed with brain cancer. Two years later, after fighting with all his might, he passed away. …Death11 min readDeath11 min read
Mar 203 Epic Benefits of Cold ShowersThey’re cold and painful, and oh so good. — There are few things more exciting in life than finding a new, simple action that can have life changing benefits. Who’d have thought that the art of turning off your hot tap before standing there as the cold water plummets your body whilst you scream into the abyss of your…Health4 min readHealth4 min read
Jun 15, 20225 Things To Teach Your Daughters, According To Glennon DoyleUnlearning and untaming oneself to live a truer and more meaningful life. — I’m an avid reader. Always have been. My poison has always been fiction but on the odd occasion I will pick up a non-fiction (usually in the guise of a self-help book). I don’t read these types of books regularly because they tend to lose my interest very quickly. If…Self6 min readSelf6 min read
Sep 13, 2021How To Write And Publish 1 Article Per DayEstablishing ideas, writing faster and publishing more. — Back when I was consistently earning in the top 10% of Medium writers, I was creating between 5–7 pieces a week. Were all of them successful? No. Most of them weren’t. Did that matter? Hell no. Because I kept writing. The more you produce, the more traction you are likely…Writing6 min readWriting6 min read
Sep 12, 20219 Ways For Writers To Fuel Their Imaginations & Get That Spark Back“Creativity involves breaking out of expected patterns in order to look at things in a different way.” — Even if you love writing more than anything, you will have your days where struggle. …Writing7 min readWriting7 min read
Published inThe Startup·Sep 7, 202110 Headlines That Will Help Your Articles Get More ReadersTemplated headlines for you to try next —tested & poached from several viral articles, with examples. — A great headline is an incredibly powerful thing. You could write the world’s most entertaining and well-crafted article but if your headline falters, no one will ever know about it. A beautiful headline is simple. It’s to-the-point, and it offers up no bullshit. A good, effective headline says to all…Writing4 min readWriting4 min read
Sep 5, 202112 Simple Habits That Can Boost Your SerotoninSmall and easy ways to help you feel happier, today. — Happiness can often elude us, but it’s a state of mind that can be attained far more frequently that we think… if we actively work towards it. Each of us have a huge amount of control over our levels of happiness, and the concept is reasonably simple — engage in…Happiness5 min readHappiness5 min read
