• Summer Reading List: 10 Business Books to Devour by the Pool
    Mindset & Emotional Intelligence

    Summer Reading List: 10 Business Books to Devour by the Pool

    27/05/2025

    Ah, summer! That magical time of year when the sun shines brighter, days stretch longer, and somehow—despite our busy schedules—we find pockets of time to relax, reflect, and rejuvenate. What better way to make the most of these precious moments than with an engaging summer reading list that not only entertains but also enriches your professional journey? Here at Starting Over Today, we believe that personal growth doesn’t need to take a vacation, even when you do! While lounging by the pool with a refreshing drink in hand might seem like the perfect time to dive into that thriller or…

  • The Workplace Boundary Playbook: Standing Firm Without Burning Bridges
    Mindset & Emotional Intelligence - Productivity & Daily Practices

    The Workplace Boundary Playbook: Standing Firm Without Burning Bridges

    12/05/2025

    Have you ever found yourself staying late at the office for the third time this week, answering work emails during your son’s baseball game, or taking on a colleague’s project because you couldn’t say no? If you’re nodding your head, you’re not alone. In today’s hyper-connected world, the lines between our professional and personal lives have become increasingly blurred, making workplace boundaries more important—and more challenging—than ever before. Setting and maintaining healthy workplace boundaries isn’t just about protecting your personal time and mental health (though those are certainly valid reasons). It’s about fostering professional confidence and creating the foundation for…

  • Productive Pause: The Power of Strategic Breaks in Your Workflow
    Productivity & Daily Practices

    Productive Pause: The Power of Strategic Breaks in Your Workflow

    31/03/2025

    Have you ever found yourself staring at your computer screen, your mind feeling like molasses, unable to form a coherent thought? Or maybe you’ve experienced that frustrating moment when, despite hours of effort, you’re making careless mistakes and your productivity has plummeted. We’ve all been there. In our always-on, hustle culture world, we often push ourselves to keep working through these moments, believing that persistence will eventually pay off. But what if I told you that strategically stepping away from your work might be exactly what you need to perform at your best? Strategic breaks aren’t just about giving yourself…

  • The 90-Minute Focus Method: Working With Your Brain's Natural Cycles
    Personal Growth & Self-Discovery - Productivity & Daily Practices

    The 90-Minute Focus Method: Working With Your Brain’s Natural Cycles

    26/12/2024

    Have you ever noticed that your energy and focus fluctuate throughout the day? One minute you’re powering through tasks with laser-like concentration, and the next you’re staring blankly at your screen, unable to form a coherent thought. It’s not your imagination, and it’s definitely not a personal failing. Welcome to the fascinating world of your brain’s natural productivity cycles and how understanding them can revolutionize your work habits through focus techniques and concentration methods. For years, I struggled with the traditional eight-hour workday model. I’d power through with coffee and willpower, wondering why some hours felt effortless while others were…