At the end of last year I shared an Independent article on my what life is like after Vogue for former editor Alexandra Shulman, who resigned last year after 25 years and is now working freelance. I remembered that article last week when A and I were in London and we both had last minute… [read more]
How to keep the joy in your business
I’ve been feeling a bit flat lately – mornings are darker, there have been a few grey days, I have no imminent trips to look forward to. And of course the prospect of winter is looming larger. If you’re a freelancer or home business owner, now is the time to make some plans to tackle… [read more]
Stay connected without losing your mind
The standard advice for freelancers and home business owners in danger of isolation has always been to use technology to stay connected, and I’ve recommended it many times myself. But as social media platforms have developed and we’re seeing the effect of regular use, I think that advice needs to be refined. With a little… [read more]
Brighten up your workspace walls
The kids have gone back to school, and the temperature has dropped. You’re probably already thinking about ways to make your workspace a comfortable and inspiring place to be during the winter, when it’s less tempting to go out. An excellent article in Entrepreneur magazine (called How to Work from Home Without Losing Your Mind!)… [read more]
A cheap and easy workspace revamp
No, this isn’t my desk! I’m not trying to deceive you, it’s just very difficult to get a decent photo of my north-facing office, as you will see below. And let’s face it, how many of us work in particularly photogenic spaces, even after a workspace revamp? Practicality takes precedence, and we do our best… [read more]