NOvember

Saying NO to say YES.

Marshall L. Shorts
Nov 4 · 2 min read

A few years ago I found myself being out of “hustle.” I was burnt out and it impacted my productivity and creativity. “Creatives Hustle Harder” is also about hustling smarter. Life was becoming overwhelming and I needed to make a change.

“Creatives Hustle Harder” is also about hustling smarter.

I was forced to begin saying NO. I found it was not only necessary but liberating. So November became the introspective time I needed to focus inwardly.

November is not just about stopping mindless work, but being mindful and still, so I can say YES to being my most creative and best self.

November is easier said than done. You have to schedule time to focus on well-being. It has become pivotal for me to keep going in my personal and business life. I encourage everyone to take/make time to take care.

Things to say NO too:

  • Excess of social media
  • New projects that can wait to be started later
  • Projects that don’t align with your trajectory
  • Distractions that aren’t pushing you creatively
  • Going out to party excessively
  • Free work
  • Unessaccary meetings
  • Checking email excessively
  • Overwork/Late hours for clients
  • Spending money unnecessarily
  • Negative content

Things to say YES too:

  • Meditation or spiritual practice
  • Introspection
  • Deep work on your personal and career goals
  • Excercise
  • Artistic expression
  • Setting goals for personal and business endeavors
  • Budgeting for your business and personal goals
  • Writing
  • Following up with mentors and friends
  • Spending time with family
  • Organizing your life
  • Rest
  • Eating Healthy
  • Reading
  • Reflection

Marshall L. Shorts

Written by

Design and brand Consultant. Founder of Artfluential. Co-founder of Creative Control Fest @shutupandcreate mrshortscreates.com | Artfluential.com

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