Josi’s Blog

Welcome to my blog! This is where personal growth meets actionable insights. Dive into thought-provoking articles that challenge you to take ownership of your life, rebuild self-trust, and navigate the ups and downs of both entrepreneurship and personal development!

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Clear your brain fog - how to stop overthinking

“(...) The easiest way to describe overthinking is if you find yourself ruminating and ruminating again and again over the same thing, playing through extensive scenarios in your mind, rummaging about old memories or what Izzy said during lunch because her tone of voice was slightly different. It’s when you get so stuck in your thoughts and mind that you end up almost frozen in time and space.  And this is a form of procrastination as it leads to decision fatigue and lack of actual action taking so it slows down your progress and delays potential results (…)”

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Discover your purpose

“(...) This post is especially for you if you’re currently feeling lost, stuck, unfulfilled, unhappy or all of that within your career and life. You will walk away with some key tips on how you can discover your purpose and how to prepare yourself for what’s to come if you decide to make a switch!

Because I just want to put that out there, you might already be in your dream job, but not realise it or you might find it’s other factors that are dampening your current experience and not necessarily what you actually do (…)”

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Stop doing these things to live a better life

“(...) Over the course of the last decade I step by step stopped doing several things in my life, that ultimately let to me not only being happier, but also able to unlock my potential, communicate better, show up as an authentic leader in the space, doing the scary shit, letting go of people who weren’t good for me and more. I shared a reel about this on Instagram the other day, but felt the need to go into more detail, as all of these tips truly are life changing (…)”

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5 habit hacks you need to know

“(...) Whether you set yourself the goal of going to the gym 3-4 a week or to stop smoking, both requires a form of unlearning of the old system and then replacing it with the new. It doesn’t even matter whether you went full on cold turkey or adjusted over time, that underlying process is the same, just less dramatic in one of them.

If you’re struggling with your habits or new routines, this post is for you (…)”

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Stop being busy - be efficient!

“(...) There is a huge problem in today’s society, and it’s the glorification of being constantly busy. Not even necessarily productive but busy working harder and harder, as if burnout was a badge to wear with pride. Making work-life-balance a recurring dream on the vision board year after year. But the thing is, it’s not the amount of meetings in your calendar until it bursts that prove you’re successful or got the hang of it all. It’s more how you intuitively choose to spend your time, energy and resources(…)”

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How to tackle Imposter Syndrome

“(...) Imposter Syndrome (...) - Not only does it seem to be a rather present topic in the entrepreneurial space but also many female leaders can sing a song about it. (...) There’s a lot of misunderstanding out there about imposter syndrome, and it is often being used as an excuse NOT to go after your goals or apply for that job or even just starting a new hobby (…)”

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The Authentic Self

“(…) Or in short: being authentic, aka true to yourself, is not only incredibly powerful but also fulfilling. And when giving it more thought, of course, it is! Imagine a world where you can simply be who you are, with no hiding, no masks, no external expectations to adhere to, doing what you love, and loving what you do and who you are. Like, duh! (…)”

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The Cost of Negative Self Talk

“(…) Negative self-talk is the pattern of critical or pessimistic inner dialogue that people engage in with themselves. It involves persistent negative thoughts, beliefs, or comments about oneself, which can lead to low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. (…)

So what can we do about it? (…)”

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Why taking time to reflect can be a game-changer & 10 reflection prompts

“In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, taking a moment to pause, reflect, and plan ahead can be a game-changer. As a Coach, I understand the pivotal role this practice plays in steering your life towards success. In fact, I regularly take time to go inwards and journal on some questions to gain clarity, vision, and inspiration for my next steps to take.

Let's dive into the tangible benefits and some practical tips on how to make reflection a meaningful part of your routine (…)”

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Second-guessing is a symptom of low self-belief

“Are you often second-guessing yourself?

Do you compare yourself to others and get sidetracked or feel overwhelmed because they seem to have it all sorted out?

Do you get frustrated because you do everything you should do but still don't see any results?

The truth is, you're not necessarily lacking skills or capabilities, but self-belief.

❗ This is the number one struggle I notice with leaders and business owners.

And this can massively impact your professional life (…)”

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The counter-trend to Quiet Quitting: Quiet Firing

“As if it couldn't get any worse - now gaslighting employees out of the company as a response to quiet-quitting is making its way into the news headlines.

2020 has been the year where many people readjusted their lives, and questioned whether they truly wanted to spend it the way they do - with the main focus on their work. What followed were mass resignations, heated discussions, and changes in the ways of working (hello hybrid role) and people starting their own businesses (…)”

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Navigating New Year's Resolutions Drop-offs

“As we journey through the year, it's not uncommon to find ourselves wrestling with the grand resolutions we set at the beginning. Life gets busy, challenges arise, and suddenly, that initial enthusiasm begins to wane. If you're feeling a bit stuck, fret not – it happens to the best of us. Let's get you back on track with three quick and practical action tips…”

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