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I write about productivity, self-development, and building things that matter.
What to Do When You Fall Back Into Schedule Slavery
There are a few things I have to watch out for to prevent myself from once again becoming a slave to my schedule: If…
Read More » Why I Schedule Dreams Like Appointments
With an endless supply of inspiration online, it seems like there’s something new I want to chase or experience every day. While I’ve toned…
Read More » Why Your Spouse’s Support Matters More Than Your Willpower
My wife and I couldn’t be more different when it comes to our skill sets. When we met, I was just getting my digital…
Read More » The Art of Saying No Without Burning Bridges
I run my digital marketing business like a consulting company. When a client calls, I want to provide a solution, even if I know…
Read More » What to Do When Everything Falls Apart on Tuesday
There are two ways I used to set myself up for failure: trying to cram too much into my week and setting unrealistic expectations…
Read More » My Sunday Planning Ritual
Every Sunday, I spend 15 minutes that determine whether my upcoming week will feel chaotic or controlled. It’s called my Weekly Debrief, and it’s…
Read More » How I Stopped Fighting Family Interruptions and Started Working With Them
It’s summer, which means everyone is home. I’m working from my home office when my daughter walks in with a question about a craft…
Read More » I Didn’t Have This Figured Out From Day One (And You Don’t Have To Either)
The good news about not having it figured out? Every mistake is data for getting better. I want to be clear about something: I…
Read More » “But I Have to Provide” – The Provider Trap That’s Destroying Families
“I have to provide for my family.” I’ve heard this justification a thousand times, from men working 70-hour weeks, missing family dinners, and skipping…
Read More » The Permission You’ve Been Waiting For
I’ve said no to a lot of good opportunities. Photography gigs that would require extensive travel, conflicting with my kids’ activities. Clients who demanded…
Read More » The Lie Every Dad Believes About “Later”
There’s a lie that almost every ambitious man believes: “I’ll focus on my family when…” When the business is established.When I hit my financial…
Read More » But What About My Dreams?” – Why Choosing Family First Doesn’t Mean Giving Up
After sharing how I choose family over resentment, I know what some of you are thinking: “This sounds nice, Jerad, but what about my…
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