by Joel Zaslofsky | Apr 4, 2013
Every month I recap the past, present, and future of my personal journey and the voyage of Value of Simple. This “Pulse Check” is intended to be an honest, transparent, and (hopefully) inspiring assessment of where I’ve been and where I’m going. This is the Pulse Check for March 2013.
by Joel Zaslofsky | Mar 21, 2013
This Smart and Simple Matters show features Mike Vardy and his perspectives on productivity. We discuss the seeds of awesomeness, why “why?” is the best question to ask (and when), “status battles,” and a whole new meaning of being productive.
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by Joel Zaslofsky | Mar 18, 2013
We all have demons. Mine are sugar related and (used to be) video game related. This is a tribute to destroying addictions and proving how far we can go.
by Joel Zaslofsky | Mar 11, 2013
This Smart and Simple Matters show features James Clear and his perspective on health. We discuss the seeds of awesomeness, adopting an abundance mindset, starting your own movement, and why relationships are the ultimate personal capital.
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by Joel Zaslofsky | Mar 7, 2013
Every month I recap the past, present, and future of my personal journey and the voyage of Value of Simple. This “Pulse Check” is intended to be an honest, transparent, and (hopefully) inspiring assessment of where I’ve been and where I’m going. This is the Pulse Check for February 2013.
by Joel Zaslofsky | Mar 4, 2013
Learn 49 powerful lies we tell ourselves and how to make yourself (or someone else) speak the truth instead. This carefully curated list will empower you like The Minimalists empowered me.
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by Joel Zaslofsky | Feb 28, 2013
This visual Declaration represents the essence of Value of Simple and why people are proud to be a part of our community. It also tells the Declaration’s origin story, the massive energy that went into it, and how you can help spread the mission behind it.
by Joel Zaslofsky | Feb 25, 2013
This Smart and Simple Matters episode features relationships and different mindsets we can apply for rich, life-long friends and allies. Join me as I cover the simple path to self-awareness through relationships, why peer development is better than self-development, and why we should start conversations with “I love you.”
by Joel Zaslofsky | Feb 14, 2013
Every month I recap the past, present, and future of my personal journey and the voyage of Value of Simple. This “Pulse Check” is intended to be an honest, transparent, and (hopefully) inspiring assessment of where I’ve been and where I’m going. This is the Pulse Check for January 2013.
by Joel Zaslofsky | Feb 11, 2013
This Smart and Simple Matters show features Dan and Vanessa Hayes. We discuss our relationship with “stuff,” how to simplify and organize all aspects of life, the differences between physical and digital clutter, and what universal topics everyone should be educated on.
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by Joel Zaslofsky | Feb 5, 2013
This post is inspired by, created for, and lovingly dedicated to my grandpa…who just happens to turn 100 years old today! Happy birthday grandpa!
by Joel Zaslofsky | Feb 4, 2013
This edition of Smart and Simple Matters features Steve Rosenbaum discussing the promise of curating, the evolution of storytelling, filtering the Internet, and the balance of power between content creators, distribution platforms, and curators.
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by Joel Zaslofsky | Jan 21, 2013
This edition of Smart and Simple Matters features Todd Tresidder of FinancialMentor.com. We talk about his “next step” in personal finance, how to build mindfulness, healthy relationships with your money, and insightful quotes.
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by Joel Zaslofsky | Jan 17, 2013
Ya gotta start somewhere. Well, we did in 2012 and it allowed us to make a contribution to the Value of Simple partner charity, Second Harvest Heartland. Discover how much it was and what it represents.
by Joel Zaslofsky | Jan 14, 2013
Expand your view of what’s possible with this vivid recap of my experiences at New Media Expo 2013. You’ll find out how to make free an incentive for your business model, what insane engagement + accountability can do for you, and why “I’m awesome, click here” is a bad business strategy.
by Joel Zaslofsky | Jan 10, 2013
Every month I recap the past, present, and future of my personal journey and the voyage of Value of Simple. This “Pulse Check” is intended to be an honest, transparent, and (hopefully) inspiring assessment of where I’ve been and where I’m going. This is the Pulse Check for December 2012.
by Joel Zaslofsky | Dec 31, 2012
Maureen, Misha, and Takeshi share their questions, struggles, and triumphs with all of us. See how your community *really* deals with living a simplified, organized, and money wise existence.
by Joel Zaslofsky | Dec 24, 2012
This edition of Smart and Simple Matters features Scott Dinsmore, his brand of remarkable relationships, defining your “why,” and how to do the impossible.
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by Joel Zaslofsky | Dec 20, 2012
What to know how I turned my minimalism and personal finance know-how into an amazing unintentional benefit? It’s 16 months of intentional living, no new clothes, plus a great story.
by Joel Zaslofsky | Dec 17, 2012
It’s time to create the Value of Simple Declaration! Find out the inspiration for the Declaration and how the community helps shape the final product.