Interlude: Anniversaries, Budgets, and Work-Life Integration
Today is a very special day...
Redwood Ink is celebrating its 7-year anniversary!
The past 7 years has been an incredible journey. And it's all because of YOU!
Thank you so much for your support.
As a thank you, and to celebrate this special day for Redwood Ink, I want to share 7 free resources that we offer—one of which is just to celebrate this special occasion!
On October 15, 2024, at 11 am, I'm hosting a live session during which you can ask me anything. All are welcome to attend.
Register for the Ask Me Anything session
I hope to see you there!
Now onto this week's round-up...
💌 Round-up
🎉 Featured
Save Money by Investing in Expert Help
I was delighted when The Mighty Marketer interviewed me to learn my recommendations for how freelancers can save time and money by investing in expert help to build and sustain a successful business. Even if you are not a freelancer, this article gives great advice on how investing in experts—and really yourself—is one the best investments you can make.
📆 Upcoming
Enlighten Clinical Experts with the Power of Plain Language – October 9, 2024
I'm so excited to facilitate a workshop for the Master of Science in Clinical Investigation program at Vanderbilt University. We'll be discussing my favorite topic: the value of using simple language to enlighten expert readers.
...Oh, and if you're interested in sponsoring a seminar or workshop for your group, just reply to this email. I'd be delighted to exchange ideas!
👓 Reading
Budget cuts hit world’s largest cancer-research funder: what it means for scientists
“For the first time in nearly a decade, the US National Cancer Institute (NCI) is grappling with a budget cut. . .The agency will prioritize studies that could lead to new therapies over research intended to improve access to existing therapies. It will also favour research projects initiated by grant applicants, rather than grants that target specific subjects chosen by NCI officials.”
🖥️ Watching
The RIGHT Way to Do Work-Life Balance
In this short clip, Simon Sinek shares his perspective on looking at the relationship between work and life not as a balance but as an integration. He also suggests taking a number of "Duvet Days" each year when you just don't feel like going to work.
✅ Action
Give yourself permission to take a "Duvet Day" before the end of the year.
Thank you so much for reading.
Warmly,
Crystal
