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    5 Quick Personal Development Reads

    February 1, 2021February 1, 2021by AinLeave a Comment on 5 Quick Personal Development Reads
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    How I Got Into Events

    May 13, 2020June 14, 2020by AinLeave a Comment on How I Got Into Events
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    How To Move into a New Industry

    February 9, 2020May 11, 2020by Ain2 Comments on How To Move into a New Industry
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Books, Career, Publishing

5 Quick Personal Development Reads

February 1, 2021February 1, 2021by AinLeave a Comment on 5 Quick Personal Development Reads
5 Quick Personal Development Reads

It's only fair the first article of the year would be dedicated to books. But I'd be lying if I said that 2020 was a year full of reading for [...]

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20 Lessons I Learnt in 2020

December 30, 2020December 30, 2020by AinLeave a Comment on 20 Lessons I Learnt in 2020
20 Lessons I Learnt in 2020

This year has been quite full on for most of us, though in different ways. I thought I'd share the biggest lessons that I learnt from 2020 with you all [...]

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How to Prepare to Ask for a Promotion

December 6, 2020December 30, 2020by AinLeave a Comment on How to Prepare to Ask for a Promotion
How to Prepare to Ask for a Promotion

If you haven’t already, I’d suggest you check out my post on How to Get Promoted. There I share why thinking about a promotion in a pandemic is not a [...]

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What I Learnt from Starting a YouTube Channel

November 7, 2020November 13, 2020by AinLeave a Comment on What I Learnt from Starting a YouTube Channel
What I Learnt from Starting a YouTube Channel

In the summer, I started a YouTube Channel. I had been thinking about it for a while, wanting to bring to life the content that I was sharing in here [...]

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Launching Ain’s Notes Newsletter!

November 6, 2020February 1, 2021by AinLeave a Comment on Launching Ain’s Notes Newsletter!
Launching Ain’s Notes Newsletter!

Who is it for? This newsletter is for you. If you love reading/listening/learning about mindset, career and personal development and if you’ve enjoyed my content so far, this is taking [...]

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Hi everyone! I’m Ain. I am a personal and professional development enthusiast, a bookworm and an event professional.

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“When you care for yourself first, the world wil “When you care for yourself first, the world will also find you worthy of care.”⁠ ⁠ I’ve realised I haven’t shared a book in a while. This has been my little salvation in the morning. ⁠ ⁠ I too often fall trap of the mindless scrolling first thing in the morning and I’ve been making an active effort to avoid consuming any content apart from this book.⁠ ⁠ Perfectionism is very much something I’ve struggled with. There was a time when I would proudly call myself a perfectionist. ⁠ ⁠ And yes, when asked in interviews that was my weakness. Which it was, except I didn’t realise that at the time.⁠ ⁠ I thought I was being clever using it as my weakness but now looking back I see how perfectionism truly held me back.⁠ ⁠ I’m slowly making my way to into a life that’s less about perfect results and more about purpose. ⁠ ⁠ It’s a journey and I’m not there yet, but reminding myself of that every day helps. ⁠ ⁠ It’s ok to be imperfect. ⁠ ⁠ It’s where beauty often lays. 💕
IT'S TOMORROW 💥 Super excited for this master IT'S TOMORROW 💥 Super excited for this masterclass covering all the steps needed to successfully break into a creative industry. If you have been trying to make the move you don't want to miss this! I won't be running this masterclass again, so make sure you book your spot now! What's included: ▪︎ 1h live masterclass with Q&A ▪︎ Slides and a recording ▪︎ A checklist with easy steps to take to action the learnings ▪︎ A curated list of books and free resources to get you inspired ▪︎ An invite to join my Instagram Close Friends group where I will have a weekly Q&A to answer any further questions Link in bio to book or DM for a link 💕
Counting down the days I get to head back to the o Counting down the days I get to head back to the office, meet my colleagues, sit in rooms full of books and complain about the commute. ⁠ ⁠ Give me selfies in the lift, extravagant book celebrations and coffee chats with authors and clients.⁠ ⁠ Give me after work drinks with friends and networking events. ⁠ ⁠ I would have never chosen to work from home 100% in regular circumstances and, actually, I never did when I was based at home in my previous role. ⁠ ⁠ I love being around people and I get my energy from face to face interactions (Zoom just doesn't do it for me).⁠ ⁠ So in case there's anyone out there who's also been struggling with isolation and not feeling inspired, know that you're not alone. ⁠ ⁠ Although having to go to work every day wasn't ideal (especially if having to commute on busy trains), I really hope we're not glorifying working from your dinner table or bedroom desk, and not seeing people for months. ⁠ ⁠ Because the truth is that we're not all having the same experience working from home. ⁠ ⁠ And if even people like me, with a good set up at home and enough space to separate work/life, are struggling, I can only imagine anyone who doesn't have that. ⁠ ⁠ Work should be something we can enjoy. ⁠ ⁠ For me, that looks like having the chance to connect with others in a meaningful way and not across a screen. ⁠ ⁠ Fingers crossed we can get to that soon!⁠ ⁠ P.S. Did I mention I miss travel? I also would like to travel my heart out. 💕
Let's break it down!⁠ ⁠ 'Creative industry' is Let's break it down!⁠ ⁠ 'Creative industry' is a term that can be applied to many fields, especially now as every company has creative departments. ⁠ ⁠ But when I talk about creative industries I'm referring to the traditional ones (swipe to see the full list). ⁠ ⁠ All of these fields have one big thing in common: they are *extremely competitive* and difficult to break into. ⁠ ⁠ So whether you're trying to start your career in one of them or are looking to make a career switch, my upcoming masterclass is for YOU. ⁠ ⁠ I will guide you through the key steps to make your journey successful, sharing the tools that have helped me and the insights from my own creative career.⁠ ⁠ DM me to BOOK your spot 💫
Trust yourself 💫⁠ ⁠ There are times to list Trust yourself 💫⁠ ⁠ There are times to listen to other people's advice and then there are times when you need to trust your gut. ⁠ ⁠ Chase that dream. ⁠ ⁠ Apply for that job. ⁠ ⁠ Don't stop till you've made it happen!⁠ ⁠ If you're looking to start or move into a creative industry, you can check out my masterclass where I'll share the steps I took to create my unique creative career! ⁠ ⁠ Link in bio 🙌🏻
Throw back to the happiness levels of my trip to N Throw back to the happiness levels of my trip to New York in 2019 ✨ I still remember the feeling of immense joy walking down the streets of the city, exploring and living through the incredible energy there. Visiting New York was a big dream of mine. I had just wrapped up my job at Oxford University Press and was about to start my current role at Penguin. I had several pinch me moments that year and I’m so grateful for the opportunities that my career has offered me. Sometimes I remember thinking ‘Will this be worth it?’ living in a box room on a close to nothing salary trying to find my way. And it was. It’s worth it because if you are committed to your dreams you CAN make them a reality. You just have be ready to give it your best shot! 💕 P.S. if you’re looking to get into publishing, events or any another creative industry, check out my masterclass in the link in my bio ✨

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ainchiara
“When you care for yourself first, the world wil “When you care for yourself first, the world will also find you worthy of care.”⁠ ⁠ I’ve realised I haven’t shared a book in a while. This has been my little salvation in the morning. ⁠ ⁠ I too often fall trap of the mindless scrolling first thing in the morning and I’ve been making an active effort to avoid consuming any content apart from this book.⁠ ⁠ Perfectionism is very much something I’ve struggled with. There was a time when I would proudly call myself a perfectionist. ⁠ ⁠ And yes, when asked in interviews that was my weakness. Which it was, except I didn’t realise that at the time.⁠ ⁠ I thought I was being clever using it as my weakness but now looking back I see how perfectionism truly held me back.⁠ ⁠ I’m slowly making my way to into a life that’s less about perfect results and more about purpose. ⁠ ⁠ It’s a journey and I’m not there yet, but reminding myself of that every day helps. ⁠ ⁠ It’s ok to be imperfect. ⁠ ⁠ It’s where beauty often lays. 💕
IT'S TOMORROW 💥 Super excited for this master IT'S TOMORROW 💥 Super excited for this masterclass covering all the steps needed to successfully break into a creative industry. If you have been trying to make the move you don't want to miss this! I won't be running this masterclass again, so make sure you book your spot now! What's included: ▪︎ 1h live masterclass with Q&A ▪︎ Slides and a recording ▪︎ A checklist with easy steps to take to action the learnings ▪︎ A curated list of books and free resources to get you inspired ▪︎ An invite to join my Instagram Close Friends group where I will have a weekly Q&A to answer any further questions Link in bio to book or DM for a link 💕
Counting down the days I get to head back to the o Counting down the days I get to head back to the office, meet my colleagues, sit in rooms full of books and complain about the commute. ⁠ ⁠ Give me selfies in the lift, extravagant book celebrations and coffee chats with authors and clients.⁠ ⁠ Give me after work drinks with friends and networking events. ⁠ ⁠ I would have never chosen to work from home 100% in regular circumstances and, actually, I never did when I was based at home in my previous role. ⁠ ⁠ I love being around people and I get my energy from face to face interactions (Zoom just doesn't do it for me).⁠ ⁠ So in case there's anyone out there who's also been struggling with isolation and not feeling inspired, know that you're not alone. ⁠ ⁠ Although having to go to work every day wasn't ideal (especially if having to commute on busy trains), I really hope we're not glorifying working from your dinner table or bedroom desk, and not seeing people for months. ⁠ ⁠ Because the truth is that we're not all having the same experience working from home. ⁠ ⁠ And if even people like me, with a good set up at home and enough space to separate work/life, are struggling, I can only imagine anyone who doesn't have that. ⁠ ⁠ Work should be something we can enjoy. ⁠ ⁠ For me, that looks like having the chance to connect with others in a meaningful way and not across a screen. ⁠ ⁠ Fingers crossed we can get to that soon!⁠ ⁠ P.S. Did I mention I miss travel? I also would like to travel my heart out. 💕
Let's break it down!⁠ ⁠ 'Creative industry' is Let's break it down!⁠ ⁠ 'Creative industry' is a term that can be applied to many fields, especially now as every company has creative departments. ⁠ ⁠ But when I talk about creative industries I'm referring to the traditional ones (swipe to see the full list). ⁠ ⁠ All of these fields have one big thing in common: they are *extremely competitive* and difficult to break into. ⁠ ⁠ So whether you're trying to start your career in one of them or are looking to make a career switch, my upcoming masterclass is for YOU. ⁠ ⁠ I will guide you through the key steps to make your journey successful, sharing the tools that have helped me and the insights from my own creative career.⁠ ⁠ DM me to BOOK your spot 💫
Trust yourself 💫⁠ ⁠ There are times to list Trust yourself 💫⁠ ⁠ There are times to listen to other people's advice and then there are times when you need to trust your gut. ⁠ ⁠ Chase that dream. ⁠ ⁠ Apply for that job. ⁠ ⁠ Don't stop till you've made it happen!⁠ ⁠ If you're looking to start or move into a creative industry, you can check out my masterclass where I'll share the steps I took to create my unique creative career! ⁠ ⁠ Link in bio 🙌🏻
Throw back to the happiness levels of my trip to N Throw back to the happiness levels of my trip to New York in 2019 ✨ I still remember the feeling of immense joy walking down the streets of the city, exploring and living through the incredible energy there. Visiting New York was a big dream of mine. I had just wrapped up my job at Oxford University Press and was about to start my current role at Penguin. I had several pinch me moments that year and I’m so grateful for the opportunities that my career has offered me. Sometimes I remember thinking ‘Will this be worth it?’ living in a box room on a close to nothing salary trying to find my way. And it was. It’s worth it because if you are committed to your dreams you CAN make them a reality. You just have be ready to give it your best shot! 💕 P.S. if you’re looking to get into publishing, events or any another creative industry, check out my masterclass in the link in my bio ✨
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