Posts by Chieko
Every bit counts
In a money mindset class I took many years ago, I tracked every penny that came into my life. It didn’t matter if it was a big check from a client or a nickel I found in the laundry. Similarly, when I started a household budget, I began tracking every penny that was spent. Honestly,…
Read MoreStrength Clues
“So, tell me about your strengths.” Oh, the dreaded interview question. It can be extremely hard to see your own strengths. However, awareness of your strengths can lead to higher productivity and satisfaction, making it a valuable piece of knowledge. Note that strengths are different from skills. For example, I’m pretty good at bookkeeping, but…
Read MoreThe Gifts of Total Crap
I’m a recovering perfectionist. And, honestly, I’m not even doing that very well! ? I still constantly find myself caught up in perfectionistic desires. I would love everything to be glossy, magazine perfect, from my business Instagram posts to setting the table. Yes, it’s exhausting and overwhelming to be inside my head when I’m in…
Read MorePart II: Success Lesson from Love
Last week I shared what love (and my mom) taught me about success. If you missed it, you can read it here. Today, I’m sharing Part II – the second success lesson from love. Perhaps you can relate to this experience: I found myself a good relationship with a great person. There were so many…
Read MoreA Lesson from Love
It’s no secret that I love all things productivity and success. It’s why I study it, teach it, and experiment with it all the time. But, one of the most important lessons I learned was from love – and in honor of Valentine’s Day, I’d like to share it with you. A Lesson from Love…
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