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by Jared Goralnick
That world-changing goal is right in front of you–on your calendar, in your tasks, on your mind. But it’s not happening.
There are hundreds of reasons to hesitate on creating it, shipping it, or reaching out to the person who will make a difference. But one reason in particular that I hope to work on in 2011 is showing up. Here’s how.
by Jared Goralnick
This was a year of change. But that change wasn’t from some big events or actions, it was from patience and process.
Here’s a review of 2010—but feel free to skip to “slogging to speediness”—those changes are what got me through 2010 and may help you, too.
by Jared Goralnick
So many have asked me what I think of my move to San Francisco. I may as well share.
Shifting location is a way to reinvent the way you spend your time. And we all need to think about reinventing our days. Location’s just one part of it.
by Jared Goralnick
I had to make a choice. If you’ve known me the past couple years, you’d have seen that I’ve spent a lot of time away, and that I’ve been doing two different jobs. Well, instead of living a second life, I’ve opted for some changes.
As of July 17, SET Consulting has a new owner. As of August 30, I’ll have a new city. (this logo above is SET’s original 2002 logo…) Continue reading…
by Jared Goralnick
Momentum is inevitable. You wake up one more morning the product of the months before it, and the previous “you” seems like a specter of years ago.
Sometimes you have to pause to examine both your position and your velocity. It’s time for three important questions.
by Jared Goralnick
SXSW is one of my favorite annual events. But while the panels are good, it’s really about the people.
I’m moderating a session on Friday, organizing runs every day at 8, and generally have time between a bunch of things. I want to meet you!
by Jared Goralnick
It’s difficult to define progress when surrounded by uncertainty. Without a clear picture of progress, it’s challenging to focus and move ahead.
A lot of work-life, at least for me lately, is uncertainty. I’ve begun to accept that it’s a matter of perspective. I’ll explain how I get there, hopefully it can help you, too.
by Jared Goralnick
I needed more guidance for 2010 than just ‘swim’. So I began seeking out something more concrete.
In the process I found what had invisibly guided the past year, and may be the key to every decision I make going forward. Perhaps I found the meaning of it all. Continue reading…
by Jared Goralnick
Last year I suggested we should choose just one word and label it a theme for the year ahead. I reported back on that theme last week.
This year is a similar theme, but it comes from a very different basis—the word is swim. I’ll explain after the jump…
by Jared Goralnick
Oh, 2009, the places you’ve taken me, and the places you haven’t. Once again it’s that time to look back.
In my next post, I’ll talk about what’s ahead. For now, I hope you’ll find value in my following up on goals and sharing lessons learned. As always, thank you for the company.
I am Jared Goralnick, Founder and CEO of AwayFind, a web startup that helps people to stop checking their email.
Productivity, entrepreneurship, and tech community are my passions. I also organize Bootstrap Maryland and IgniteDC. I'm open to speaking and partnership opportunities.
