Once you overcome the spreadsheet-database hybrid’s initial learning curve, you’ll love your new organized life. — I thought I was a decently organized dude. Airtable proved me wrong. Founded in 2012, Airtable bills itself as a hybrid spreadsheet-database software. The app is highly customizable and scalable, making it a favorite tool for enterprises. It’s also beloved by investors, and currently has a valuation of $11 billion…

Being overly attached to our work can make us resistant to change. — Hand-eye coordination is really not my forte. I once spilled coffee on my lap from an errant wrist twist while checking my watch. Throw a baseball my way and it’ll comically hit me in the face. Stubbed toes and unprovoked stumbles on sidewalks are just a way of life. Nevertheless…

Why Kevin Kelly’s viral “1,000 true fans” essay is more relevant than ever. — Your brand doesn’t need followers. It needs fans. In 2019, Arianna Renee learned this the hard way. At eighteen years old, she had amassed 2.6 million followers on Instagram, and wanted to monetize her following by launching a clothing line. Apparel often requires a minimum purchase order, and this influencer’s…

Substack is one of a number of options to share your perspectives in writing. A different platform might be a better fit. — Substack is a popular writing and blogging platform. Is it right for you? Well, I suppose that depends on what you want to accomplish online. Launched in 2017, Substack is certainly popular for its ability to offer paid subscriptions and referral network. But it also lacks the flexibility that other…

The FI movement has inspired millions to rethink their life goals. Here’s an editor’s perspective on the good, bad, and ugly of FIRE culture. — At the end of 2021, an editor acquaintance of mine reached out to me about a new opportunity regarding personal finance and entrepreneurship journalism. “We’re seeing a lot of energy in this space,” he said. “You seem to be plugged into this world. And I’ve seen your bylines over the…

Flow state is the golden ticket for productivity, but for many workers it’s hard to achieve in a busy workday. Try these strategies instead. — (This article is part of a series called The 700-Word Read: journalistic, anecdotal posts that park under 700 words, to practice succinct storytelling.) Let’s just call a spade a spade: Multitasking is an essential skill in today’s remote work economy. Productivity enthusiasts love to make multitasking the enemy. But for…

A quality checkout software can help you increase revenue and reduce tech headaches. Here’s what makes Thrivecart stand out. — It’s the single most important web page for any online business: the checkout page. When consumers are about to purchase from us, they have to feel safe and secure. As such, it’s important to have a solid shopping cart software. Payment processors handle credit card information securely so we don’t…

An editorial calendar can help you take your content marketing game to the next level. Here’s what to include when setting yours up. — Trend alert! Hustle is out. Focus is in. An editorial calendar helps you organize your content creation process across multiple channels, resulting in more focus. When you have one “source of truth” for all your marketing materials, it’s easy to hop in and pick back up where you left off…

Consider working in your “Ultradian Rhythm” instead. — (This article is part of a series called The 700-Word Read: journalistic, anecdotal posts that park under 700 words, to practice succinct storytelling.) Ten thousand years ago, before I wrote for a living, I was pursuing a career in a very niche industry: classical French horn. Shockingly, two university degrees…