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Jul 12, 2023

My Most Viewed Medium Articles (updated weekly)

Jul 12, 2023

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Why Apple Calendar Isn’t Enough — And What I Use Instead

Apple Calendar looks great — but it’s not built for solo business owners with limited hours. Here’s what I use instead to stay on track.

4d ago

Why Apple Calendar Isn’t Enough — And What I Use Instead

4d ago

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The Apple Apps That Keep My Business Running While I’m Resting

I rest more than I work — and my business still runs smoothly. These Apple apps keep everything moving while I switch off.

Jun 6

The Apple Apps That Keep My Business Running While I’m Resting

Jun 6

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Mac O’Clock

My 4-Hour Workday, Powered by iOS

I run my business in 4 hours a day — using just my iPhone and iPad. Here’s how iOS powers my workflow, from writing to automation.

Jun 3

My 4-Hour Workday, Powered by iOS

Jun 3

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The 3 Paid and 3 Free Mac Tools I’d Never Start a Business Without

The 6 tools that helped me build a profitable 4-hour-a-day solo business — 3 paid, 3 free. I’d never start without them.

May 23

The 3 Paid and 3 Free Mac Tools I’d Never Start a Business Without

May 23

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The Startup

Want Freedom? Start by Redefining What It Means.

Think freedom means doing nothing all day? That’s not freedom — it’s a trap. Here’s what real freedom actually looks like…

May 20

Want Freedom? Start by Redefining What It Means.

May 20

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The Startup

Why I Set Upper Limits (And Why You Probably Should Too)

Why I set upper limits in my business (and life) — and why doing less might just be the smartest move you ever make.

May 12

Why I Set Upper Limits (And Why You Probably Should Too)

May 12

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The Startup

How I Turn Highlights Into Revenue: The Strategic Power of Readwise + ChatGPT

How I turn forgotten highlights into client results — using Readwise, ChatGPT, and a CSV file. A game-changer for strategic writing.

May 7

How I Turn Highlights Into Revenue: The Strategic Power of Readwise + ChatGPT

May 7

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Is DEVONthink Worth It in 2025? How I Finally Went Paperless (and Never Looked Back)

I went fully paperless with DEVONthink. Here’s how it helps me scan, store, and find anything — instantly, from my phone in 2025

Apr 30

Is DEVONthink Worth It in 2025? How I Finally Went Paperless (and Never Looked Back)

Apr 30

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The Startup

The 5 Biggest Lessons I Learned from Justin Welsh’s Creator MBA

I took Justin Welsh’s Creator MBA and it changed how I build, create, and grow online. Here are the 5 biggest lessons I learned.

Apr 29

The 5 Biggest Lessons I Learned from Justin Welsh’s Creator MBA

Apr 29

Simon Theakston

Simon Theakston

Tech Co-Founder who had a stroke & lost my job. Built my own thing in 4hrs a day. Deep dive into systems and processes at: https://fourhourfreedom.substack.com

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