73. Struggling to stay motivated? Try this

73. Struggling to stay motivated? Try this

Author: Louise Shanahan August 26, 2022 Duration: 14:53

Let’s be honest, running a freelance business is hard work! It’s normal for motivation to ebb and flow. This week Louise shares her 7 top tips for riding out those dips in motivation and pushing through to the other side, including:

  • Why does motivation dip?
  • When to "sail" and when to "row"
  • How picnic mode can help you master motivation
  • What your gym instructor can teach you about motivation
  • Avoiding shiny object syndrome
  • When it's time to quit

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Louise Shanahan is a freelance health and medical copywriter and a big fan of finding your freelance niche. She's on a mission to help others build a freelance business that feels easy and works for them – in weekly snack-sized bites.

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