Happy December, folks.
Thank you for making this year another memorable one. I appreciate each and every one of you!
I have three awesome events scheduled for you as the year closes out. Check them out:
Dec 12-14: 2023 Roadmap to Freedom Challenge — a three-day challenge to help you break down what has been burning you out and break into a year of freedom. Learn more and RSVP here »
Dec 18: Year End Review Workshop — Back by popular demand: Pack up 2023 and prepare for 2024 with this deep-level comprehensive guided mindfulness practice. RSVP on LinkedIn »
Feb-Sept 2024: The 2023 SCALING:lab Cohort — This isn’t just another group coaching program; it’s your ticket to a life beyond the daily grind. Six months to scale your business culminating in the EMPIRE Retreat in Croatia. Learn more here »
Now, let’s dive into the tips and resources!
Tools, Tech, & Resources
👵 You Should Have Friends of All Ages
Want a more well-rounded life? Get with people who are different from you. If you’re not sure how to start, check out my resources at Stories of Elders (and consider gifting a signed copy of my book for the holidays).
🫧 How Loneliness Changes Our Brains
This one kills me. We all know we ought to go socialize, but man does that couch look cozy. Knowing how much my brain chemistry is altered by going it solo is freaky (and another reason I call solopreneurship a myth).
💰 Take the Fear Out of Money
Honestly, why are we do afraid of paper and metal? It’s the meaning we assign that gives us the jitters, and each of us gives it a different meaning. This article helps break down some of the ick to help you build wealth.
✂️ ChopShop.ai
The best tool I’ve found to automatically cut YouTube videos into Reels, Shorts, and TikTok-approved posts. I tried seven different apps this month and ChopShop came out on top for quality, speed, and a hands-off approach. There is a free plan, too! 🎉
🙋 Answer the Public
An AI tool that aggregates the most common Google searches so you can write blog posts and build SEO that directly addresses those questions. Evil genius-level stuff.
✍️ HARO (Help A Reporter Out)
I’m a long-time user of HARO. It’s a massive source of my publicity, alongside PodMatch for podcast ops. HARO is what reporters use to find sources for their content. That could be you! And it’s free. Woo hoo!
I’m working to make this section even longer each month. If you’ve got an app, article, or resource you think is worth sharing, send it my way!
Free Guide of the Month
Each month I release one guide from the SCALING:lab Library so business owners experiencing hardship can still receive help. This month’s guide is perfect for those who plan to update their business portraits in the new year.
Portrait photographers are fantastic at making you look good. Yet, time and again, I have worked with portrait photographers who deliver beautiful photos that I can’t use on my website because they failed to visualize the space needed around me. This guide will help you pick a location, dress appropriately, and instruct the photographer as to your needs so you get the best return for your money!
This Month’s Meditation
It’s that time of year. If you can’t join us for my free Year End Review Workshop, this meditation is the next best thing.
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