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The Secret Ingredient to Telling a Story is Human Emotion
Fairy tale storytelling with open book concept: AI image downloaded from Freepik Storytelling is a fundamentally human endeavour. While the specific genres and formats may change over time, the core purpose remains constant — to connect with our audience on an emotional level. When I analyse why certain stories resonate while others fall flat, I keep coming back… Read more
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How to Build a Consistent Writing Habit (And Actually Finish What You Start)
Image created using AI I’ve always loved writing but have struggled for years to actually sit down and do it consistently. I’d get bursts of motivation where I’d write frequently for a week or two and then fade away for months at a time. It was frustrating to have so many half-finished drafts collecting virtual dust.… Read more
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How to Survive a Micromanaging Boss and When to Let Go of Control
Taking Back Your Power and Giving Others Space to Grow Image created using AI Tom stared at his computer screen, dreading the knock at his office door that came right at 9am every day. As if on cue, his manager John, poked his head in. “How’s that report coming along?” he asked, glancing over Tom’s shoulder. “I’m… Read more
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Speak with Confidence: 5 Tricks to Beat Public Speaking Jitters
Image created using AI Tame Those Butterflies and Own the Stage Let’s face it, public speaking can be scary. But it doesn’t have to be. Here are some tricks to help you crush that presentation without breaking a sweat. Table of Contents 1. Know Your Stuff2. It’s Not All About You3. Take a Deep Breath (or Ten)4. Strike… Read more
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Quit Smoking for Good
Photo by Elsa Olofsson on Unsplash It’s Time to Kick Butts in the Butt I know, I know… you’ve said you’d quit smoking before, but it’s really tough to actually stop, isn’t it? Whether you’ve tried and failed lots of times or just thinking about it, breaking the nicotine habit ain’t easy. But don’t stress — with the right… Read more
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Understanding and Preventing Job Burnout
Image created using AI A Comprehensive Guide for Busy Professionals The modern work environment presents unique challenges for our well-being. With always-on technologies, blurred work-life boundaries, and the ongoing stresses of the pandemic, job burnout has become disturbingly common. But it doesn’t have to defeat us. Join me as we explore burnout in-depth, including its causes… Read more