Thursday, January 25th

📆 How To Get Ahead of 99% of People In 6 Months

What’s In This Email

  • How to get ahead of 99% of people In 6 months

  • This stay-at-home mom made over $500K from her side hustle

  • Did Barbie get snubbed for Oscar nominations?

  • A federal court rules Trudeau’s invocation of the Emergencies Act ‘violated charter rights’

  • Notable Spotlight: Mirvish Lottery

  • Notable Plug 🔌

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Unlocking Success: How To Get Ahead of 99% of People In 6 Months

Breaking free from the usual path can lead to extraordinary success in a world where the average is often the norm. The key to joining the top 1% isn't just about working harder; it's about working smarter and differently. Here are five unconventional strategies that can help you get ahead of 99% of people in just six months:

  1. Conquer Distraction: Master Deep Work 🧠

    • Embrace "deep work," as described by Cal Newport.

    • Schedule focused time blocks free from distractions.

    • Start with short periods and gradually increase to enhance productivity.

  2. The Power of 'No': Prioritize Wisely 🚫

    • Learn to say no to non-essential tasks.

    • Embrace Ryan Holiday's and Tim Ferriss's advice on prioritizing activities that align with your goals.

    • Focus on the 20% of tasks that yield 80% of the results.

  3. Embrace Tiny Habits for Big Changes 🌱

    • Implement small, consistent habits instead of grand resolutions.

    • Focus on incremental changes for sustainable progress.

    • Celebrate small victories to build momentum.

  4. Curiosity: The Currency of the Future 🔍

    • Cultivate a mindset of continuous learning and exploration.

    • Stay adaptable and open to new knowledge and skills.

    • Embrace diverse learning sources to stay ahead of the curve.

  5. Befriend Your Shadow Self 🌓

    • Acknowledge and understand your fears and insecurities.

    • Use your shadow self as a source of strength and motivation.

    • Learn from Viktor Frankl's philosophy of finding meaning in adversity.

Why This Matters: In a rapidly evolving professional landscape, these strategies offer a fresh perspective on achieving success. By focusing on deep work, setting clear priorities, building sustainable habits, nurturing curiosity, and embracing personal challenges, you can outpace the competition and achieve your goals faster. These insights are particularly relevant for ambitious millennials seeking to make a significant impact in their careers and personal growth. 🚀🌟


Read the full article here.

From Stay-at-Home Mom to Ecommerce Success: Gina Van De Voorde's Inspiring Journey

In a remarkable turn of events, Gina Van De Voorde, a former stay-at-home mom with no experience in e-commerce or graphic design, transformed her life by starting a side hustle that has since generated over $500,000. Her journey from a mentally draining remote job to a thriving Etsy clothing shop is a testament to the power of determination and the potential of print-on-demand services.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  1. Discovering Print-on-Demand: Van De Voorde stumbled upon the concept of print-on-demand on YouTube, which became the cornerstone of her business model.

  2. Zero to Hero: Despite having no e-commerce or graphic design background, she successfully launched her Etsy shop on the same day she discovered print-on-demand.

  3. Simple Designs, Big Wins: Her strategy focused on simple, text-based designs, proving that complexity isn't always the key to success in design.

  4. Niche Research is Crucial: She emphasizes the importance of niche research in print-on-demand, finding her stride in the Western niche.

  5. Etsy vs. Shopify: Van De Voorde highlights the differences between selling on Etsy, a marketplace with built-in traffic, and Shopify, where driving traffic is more challenging.

  6. Consistency Leads to Success: Her commitment to consistent work and daily postings was instrumental in the growth of her shop.

  7. Front-Loading the Work: She advises new entrepreneurs that initial hard work is essential for long-term success in print-on-demand.

Gina Van De Voorde's story is a beacon of inspiration for the Notable community. It demonstrates that anyone can pivot their career path and achieve remarkable success with the right mindset, tools like print-on-demand, and platforms like Etsy. Her journey underscores the value of persistence, adaptability, and the willingness to learn new skills, even starting from scratch. 🌈💼🚀

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 🌐 AROUND THE INTERWEBS  

The internet is reeling over the Oscar nominations released this past Tuesday, and the people are divided. Some feel that ‘Barbie’ producer and lead actress Margot Robbie and director Greta Gerwig were “snubbed” for the Best Actress and Best Director nominations. Others argue they were nominated for ‘writing (adapted screenplay), best picture, and others.

Not to mention, America Ferrera was nominated for Best Actress in a Supporting Role, along with Ryan Gosling for Actor in a Supporting Role - which really sent people’s heads for a spin.

See thread below.

Being eclipsed by the Barbie discourse is the incredible news that Lily Gladstone is making Oscars history as 1st Native American nominated for best actress for her performance in 'Killers of the Flower Moon.’ A film with an impressive 10 nominations this year, also another Leonardo DiCaprio, Scorsese collaboration so you know it’s a good one.

A federal court ruled Trudeau’s decision to invoke the Emergencies Act during the “Freedom Convoy” violated charter rights, but acknowledges the participating Canadians, also went overboard disrupting the lives of Canadians.

While Canadians are divided on “who won,” the real winner is democracy, holding both the government and citizens accountable.

Watch the video below.

 

🔦 NOTABLE SPOTLIGHT 🔦

“THE BEST MUSICAL OF THIS CENTURY.

"Heaven on Broadway! A celebration of the privilege

of living inside that improbable paradise called a musical comedy.”

Ben Brantley, THE NEW YORK TIMES

THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards® including Best Musical, is pleased to announce a digital ticket lottery in Toronto, playing at the Princess of Wales Theatre, January 24 through February 11, 2024. A limited number of tickets will be available at $25 each. 

Sign up at Mirvish Digital Lottery and enter for a chance to purchase up to a maximum of two (2) tickets, at $25 per ticket, to a designated performance of THE BOOK OF MORMON at the Princess of Wales Theatre.

🔌  NOTABLE PLUG

🎙️ Get Into It: Poor Historians: Misadventures in the History of Medicine. Three modern emergency physicians and their show's "intern" take a lighthearted, tongue-in-cheek quest through various stories in the history of medicine. Listen on Apple or Spotify.

📄 Notable Hires: Strategy Director @ Publicis (on-site, Toronto)

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🧠 Today We Learned: William Marston, a psychologist, created Wonder Woman and the polygraph.

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