Weekly digest #39 of 2025

• Lessons Learned: Freelancers Share Their Past Mistakes And Stumbles, by Freelancers Union — Freelancers share candid stories of missteps: from starting work without a contract to continuing projects despite unpaid invoices. These experiences underscore the value of setting boundaries, maintaining professionalism, and learning from past errors to build a sustainable freelance career.
• The Freelance Retreat — In January 2026, Elina Jutelytė and Sarah Duran are hosting a five-day retreat for freelancers in Gran Canaria. Limited to 12 participants, the retreat is designed for freelancers with at least two years of experience and focuses on strategy, branding, and building sustainable freelance businesses through a mix of workshops, coaching, and peer support. Early bird fee is €1,497, and applications are open on the website.
• On Long Ideas and Why You Should Collect Them, by Austin L. Church — Some ideas are ‘long’—they endure across generations because they touch core truths. Austin argues that collecting these long ideas gives entrepreneurs and creatives a repeatable edge, helping them sidestep common pitfalls and adapt as times change.
• No Time? — We all have 24 hours; what’s scarce is drive. Find it, and watch time expand, says Seth Godin.
• How To Read More, by Anne Trubek — Many of us want to read more but feel held back by time, focus, or pressure. Anne suggests treating reading as pure pleasure, not duty: drop the “shoulds,” skip boring parts, keep a book handy, and try small habits like 10 pages a day or using an audiobook. Reading this way becomes a joyful daily escape.
• Give Me 12 Minutes and I’ll Give You 30 Years of Productivity Advice, by Daniel Pink — Distilling 30 years of research and dozens of books, Daniel shares six essential principles of productivity—how to do less, focus on what matters, and build lasting habits.
• 10 Tips to Improve Comfort and Efficiency in the Modern Office Environment, by Natasa Pantelic — Prioritizing comfort and efficiency in (home) office design leads to higher productivity and reduced burnout. Implementing ergonomic setups, maximizing natural lighting, maintaining clutter-free workspaces, and integrating smart technology tools can enhance focus and well-being.

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