When pursuing a creative career, the temptation to achieve greatness or excellence can be alluring we can’t resist. Nothing’s wrong with that. Truth is, I’d be happy if I become a great writer and musician. Maybe you would be happy too. But I’m afraid… we both have problems. The problem is we don’t really understand … Continue Reading →

Year 2014, I was working as a full-time ghostwriter in an online marketing company when I read Elle Luna’s life-changing essay, The Crossroads of Should and Must.  But then, I realized reading is pointless if I don’t take action to pursue my dreams. Action is the catalyst. Not reading.  After weeks of reflecting, still, I wasn’t sure which path … Continue Reading →

I don’t buy the idea that people should work hard to earn money and pay the bills, save for retirement, buy the things they want, travel, and have fun. Working hard, I mean, nothing’s wrong with it. We spend almost all our waking hours working. And if you love your job, great. But let’s be honest, … Continue Reading →

If you work for a company for at least 8 hours a day, you’re in a good position. If you, however, spend almost all your waking hours working for them, it’s time to step back and reassess your dedication. You should never forget that it’s just a job. It’s not your (only) life. It’s the … Continue Reading →

There are people who always follow traditional rules and never question the status quo. And there are people, on the other hand, who do the opposite — they don’t follow rules and they challenge the status quo. They can’t stand the rules because they want to do something extraordinary. They want to leave a legacy. They … Continue Reading →