How to Manage Your Money When You’re Broke AF Budgeting can seem scary. It draws up images of long nights at the dining room table, pouring over papers with a calculator and a stack of papers, pulling at your hair and gritting your teeth.And trying to budget when you’re broke? Pfft. It doesn’t have to … Read more
Waking up crazy early isn’t many people’s strong suit, but you can’t deny it’s a powerhouse tool common to CEOs, high-earning entrepreneurs, top athletes, and all the type A go-getters you admire. But actually getting out of bed when your alarm goes off at the crack of dawn is easier said than done. Regardless, there … Read more
I ADORE a good motivational quote. I’ve always firmly believed that if you have big goals to complete, the best way to stay on-track is to check in regularly with those who are where you want to be – and see what they have to say on how to get there. I like to collect … Read more
If there is one universal truth among successful people, it’s that they have mastered the art of self-discipline. Doing things when you don’t want to, when you don’t feel like it, and when those things are boring, hard, or frustrating, is absolutely essential to success. Disciplined people reach their goals faster, aim higher, and accomplish … Read more
It’s 2018, you’re on Pinterest, and everywhere you look someone is telling you how to make money online. There are so many options now that there have never been before – you can now have a thriving career freelance writing, selling services as a virtual assistant, dropshipping, consulting, coaching, or marketing – and of course, … Read more
I know big goals are sexy. We have a romantic idea of waking up one day and saying, “I’m going to write a novel!” or “I’m going to play in a band!” and then grueling away in our own personal training montage until we emerge victorious, enjoying the fruits of our labors (and all … Read more
What is a poverty mindset? Money doesn’t grow on trees, right? A poverty mindset is a limiting set of beliefs and worldviews that narrows the way you think about money, and it absolutely holds you back. It’s as simple as saying, “I could never afford that” when looking at your dream house or car, or … Read more
I’m going to make a confession: I am TERRIBLE at managing my time. I get distracted easily and stay distracted for way too long. I’m constantly checking my phone, procrastinating starting work, and over-reward myself when I accomplish the smallest thing. I can spend loooong hours working, only to have nothing to show for it … Read more
Working for yourself from home is the best. Setting your own hours, focusing on your own projects, binging on Netflix and ice cream instead of getting anything done… wait, what? Yeah, that has a tendency to sneak in there. It’s no secret that working from home has its own challenges, and productivity is #1. While … Read more
Over here at ponytails & productivity we are 100% committed to getting big sh*t done, and the first step to getting any sh*t done is starting your day off with a solid foundation – breakfast. The right breakfast made with real food is the single most important step to keeping you focused and running smoothly … Read more