As a freelancer, I live in a state of scarcity, as do many other self-employed people. Although I love this type of work and the freedom it gives me, I’ll be the first to admit that it comes with an underlying worry; worry that you will suddenly lose all of your clients, worry that you […]
The surprising truth about workplace happiness, with Staples
That feeling. When you can take on the world, or Monday, with a smile. When the printer just prints. When the little things you need, make the big things you’re planning, possible. When you’re in the zone, when you’re making a difference, or when you feel like a boss, even if you’re not. When it […]
Startup Story: Morgan Ringrose, Freelance Web Designer and Social Media Manager
Thinking of quitting your 9-5 in search of more freedom and flexibility? That’s exactly what Morgan Ringrose did, and her story is giving us all the inspiration we need. With a talent for web design and social media, she said goodbye to her full-time job to pursue her own business dreams, and as she says […]
7 ways to easily increase your business success according to The Greatest Showman
What’s better than learning about business success? Learning about business success using lessons from The Greatest Showman! Desk Life Project contributor Helen Munshi from The Start-Up Studio shares what she has learned from everyone’s favourite musical film… I gave in to my niece’s begging (#pesterpowerisreal) and watched The Greatest Showman with her. From the very first […]
Let’s talk about stress
April is Stress Awareness Month! You’re probably thinking two things: 1) “They celebrate the strangest things on the internet…”, and 2) “I don’t need anyone making me aware of how stressed I am!” In fact, Stress Awareness Month is an important time to appreciate the detrimental effects that stress can have on our lives. Desk […]
