Feeling stuck at work

Don't let the machine get you down. Here's how to focus your energy and get things moving again.

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7 May 2025The Four Commandments of PrioritiesThou shalt have as few priorities as possible. Thou shalt treat priorities as commitments, not wishes. Thou shalt rank thy priorities. Thou shalt walk the talk in tricky times. 26 March 2025For when it feels like you can't change anythingEverything is connected. Once you see it, you can shift it. 17 October 2024Mate, it's just workMany of the big problems we battle during our days are work-related. At the time, they feel catastrophic. But we won't remember them in a week, month, or year. 7 December 2023The problem with professionalism: rejecting sameness at workProfessionalism is just an acceptable way to discriminate against people in the workplace. It's time we talked about class. 12 October 2023Pay yourself first: a no-bullshit sequencing guide to your days and lifeYou're a living, breathing miracle. Your happiness, peace and enjoyment has intrinsic value. You weren't put here to work, and you don't have to suffer to earn joy. 16 August 2023The difference between employees and entrepreneursNot everyone is cut out for entrepreneurship - and nor should they be. Here's the critical differences, and how you can choose. 19 July 2023You've made more progress than you realiseIf you're a frustrated high-achiever, you might not appreciate your achievements. This is your reminder. 3 July 2023What to do before you quit your job to start a businessBefore you quit your job you should know your reasons, know your numbers, and keep your connections. 25 March 2023How to shape a fulfilling careerIf you crave meaningful work, it might not happen by accident. Here's how to shape a fulfilling career, by asking 5 questions. 23 February 20237 ways to feel better about your jobIf you're struggling to feel good about your job, don't quit just yet. Try these 7 ways to feel better about your job. 13 October 20223 ways to rediscover purpose at workAlmost 500 New Zealand professionals told me the three most important things you can do to rediscover a sense of purpose and meaning in your work.