Feeling Stuck? Try Improving Your Productivity

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There’s this thing I noticed with people who do well in life. They are all very active and productive. Just think of any person you admire, and ask yourself, “Why do I look up to this person?”

Let me give you an example. My favorite filmmaker is Christopher Nolan. I’ve seen all his feature films (except for his latest), and they are all amazing—from the cinematography and music to the casting and acting. 

The man is a master of his craft. But why is Nolan respected by so many people? It’s not because he made one or two great films. There are many great films, made by great directors. No, he’s one of the most consistent filmmakers there is—in terms of quality and output. Take a look at his filmography:

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When Are You Procrastinating? And Is It Bad For You?

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Everyone procrastinates. If you ever meet a person who claims they never procrastinate, you’re probably dealing with a robot. 

Just because everyone procrastinates, it doesn’t mean it’s good behavior. It means we as humans have our flaws. And that’s okay. 

But what is procrastination actually? You hear so much about it. Some people say it’s good for creativity. Others say it’s the biggest enemy of results (me). I’ve found that procrastination means different things to different people. 

You’re procrastinating when you’re “delaying something that must be done, often because it is unpleasant or boring.” (Source: Cambridge Dictionary) Here are some examples of when you’re procrastinating: 

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Definitive Guide To Creating Profitable Online Courses

Creating Online Courses

Creating an online course may seem daunting if you’re just getting started. At least, that’s what I thought before I created my first course in 2015. But now, after creating six online courses and generating six figures a year, I’ve learned it’s not that complicated! 

I believe every professional should create an online course. Why? It’s not only a good business, it’s one of the best ways to learn and provide value to others. I started teaching online in 2016, and I’ve created six courses since then. I’ve had nearly 3,500 students since (many students have multiple courses).

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Why Every Professional Should Create An Online Course

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It’s not because every serious professional has one. No, you should create an online course because it’s the best way to share your experience with people who love to learn.

In 2015, Arlan Hamilton slept on the floors of the San Francisco Airport because she couldn’t afford a hotel. Fast forward to October 2018, and she’s the head of a multi-million-dollar investment fund that invests in under-represented start-up founders. 

Hamilton didn’t go to college. She didn’t have the privileges afforded by affluent, white men in Silicon Valley. How did she do it? 

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