The start of a new week is a beautiful thing – a new start is always powerful. A new week is like opening the first page of a blank notebook, the unfurling of a new flower – refreshing and filled with promises. This blank sheet is waiting on your words, your ideas, your dreams. With a new week comes the opportunity to start anew. Even if you have unfinished projects from the week before, you can now revamp and start anew with fresh eyes. This week is not just another Monday. It’s an opportunity to reset, refocus, and remind yourself that every single day presents new opportunities. Growth and development, the beginning of a new milestone, begin as soon as you open your eyes on this brand-new day and week. Like so many people, once I started working somewhere along the line, Mondays began to be my least favorite day. Yet, when I was a student, I loved Mondays because I meant going to school, learning and seeing my friends. But as the initial excitement of working died,...
If you’ve ever clicked a link in a blog post or social media recommendation that led you to something helpful—or sparked an aha! moment—there’s a good chance it was an affiliate link. But for writers, creators, and entrepreneurs, affiliate links can also be more than helpful—they can become a meaningful income stream that feels aligned with your message. Let’s make them sparkle. I have signed up for more affiliate links/partnerships than I can remember, but never really had the time – or so I keep saying in finding excuses- but not anymore. Passive income is a real thing and can help build a nest egg. So, if you are ready to really start working those affiliate links, let's go on this journey together. 1. Start with Authenticity Your affiliate links should feel like friendly recommendations, not pitches. Ask yourself: What do I already use and love? What would I genuinely tell a friend to use? When your recommendations are real, your audience tru...