Do What Gives You Goosebumps
Dave Hill Jr. Dave Hill Jr.

Do What Gives You Goosebumps

Do you know what makes your heart sing? What lights you up? What makes your heart sing? Or as I like to say, what gives you goosebumps?

I think it’s really important to listen to your heart and body as they tell you how you find your best joy.

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Add Meaning and Purpose to your everyday Todo List
Dave Hill Jr. Dave Hill Jr.

Add Meaning and Purpose to your everyday Todo List

Recently I've made a slight upgrade to my old fashioned paper todo list and I thought I'd share as a way of capturing this moment in time and to learn more from all you brilliant people that I'm connected to here.

I call it a “meaningful todo list”

This new workflow is really helping reduce my distractibility. Here are some links to a template and a bit of background on how I use this list.

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Focusmate: The Power of Random Collaboration
Dave Hill Jr. Dave Hill Jr.

Focusmate: The Power of Random Collaboration

Recently, I discovered FocusMate and my productivity really went through the roof. I know I sound like an advertisement, but hear me out, as I think this is a pretty interesting way to work from a coaching/psychological perspective.  Here are my ideas.

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Which Tasks Are Really Worth Your Time?
Executive Coaching Dave Hill Jr. Executive Coaching Dave Hill Jr.

Which Tasks Are Really Worth Your Time?

As an executive coach, I often handle tasks beyond client sessions, and I’ve learned that not every task is worth my time. By estimating my “hourly rate”—not in terms of what I’m paid per hour, but in terms of my time’s true value—I know when to outsource work that drains my energy. This perspective helps both me and my clients focus on what matters most. In this post, I explore how to calculate your own hourly rate, why offloading frustrating tasks can boost productivity, and where to find quality freelancers who love the work you’d rather skip.

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Why Mindfulness Matters in Life and Management
Executive Coaching, Coaching Dave Hill Jr. Executive Coaching, Coaching Dave Hill Jr.

Why Mindfulness Matters in Life and Management

Watching my sons play reminds me of the pure, unfiltered presence that mindfulness can bring into our lives. They’re fully engaged, utterly fearless, and completely in the moment—qualities that I often strive to bring into my own work and coaching practice. Mindfulness offers this transformative power, helping us manage stress, see clearly, and connect deeply with our surroundings. In this post, I explore the value of mindfulness in life and leadership, offering simple exercises like body scans and mindful walks to help develop a greater sense of calm and focus.

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