As a service provider I have come to the realization that as people we know a lot more than we think. So often I have been constantly rushing to get the next course or the next certificate to prove competency. In some cases this even included taking on more webinars or consults ignoring what IContinue reading “You Know A Lot More Than You Think:”
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Point of Origin
Hello, My name is Cherie. I’m a copywriter and editor from New York City. I’ve been writing and obsessed with words for as long as I can remember. I got my start writing medical stories and raiding libraries in my neighborhood for fun. I started out studying medicine but over time decided to switch. RealizingContinue reading “Point of Origin”
Dismantling Perfection When It’s Time To Show Up
I’m learning that the whole notion of perfection when creating is antiquated and draining. This goes especially when working as a contractor for clients.
As those who are either refer to themselves as experts or are on their way there, this idea of perfection can be very prominent.
On one hand this concept sets those of us who identify as a service provider with a model or certain code of conduct. As a result we try to be the best in providing the client experience, in terms of customer service, using our set skill set to ease the client’s mind of unease, thus bringing in results to help them improve their business. This is some form or facet enables them to fulfill their bottom line.
I have been learning as a freelancer, that in as much as the code of conduct is important to ensure that one adheres to the proper principles when engaging with clients and prospects, the model of perfection is unattainable.
It is a good measure, one should aim to adhere to but it isn’t realistic. Aiming to carry it out breeds for much unnecessary, procrastination, over planning, over intellectualizing, and plainly just doing too much.
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