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Updated: March 2024

Jul 12, 2023

My Most Viewed Medium Articles (updated weekly)

Jul 12, 2023

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The Tools I’d Rebuild My Business With From Scratch

A minimalist stack for solopreneurs who want freedom, not friction

Oct 24

The Tools I’d Rebuild My Business With From Scratch

Oct 24

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Apple Silicon Gave Me Back My Time — Here’s How

“I want it faster. And I want it now.”

Oct 22

Apple Silicon Gave Me Back My Time — Here’s How

Oct 22

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The ‘Minimum Viable Effort’ Rule That Keeps Me Consistent

“We just need to keep the streak alive.”

Oct 21

The ‘Minimum Viable Effort’ Rule That Keeps Me Consistent

Oct 21

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DEVONthink vs Obsidian: Which Second Brain Tool Is Best for Solopreneurs?

“The mind is for having ideas, not holding them.” — David Allen

Sep 13

DEVONthink vs Obsidian: Which Second Brain Tool Is Best for Solopreneurs?

Sep 13

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The 5 Apps That Made Me Ditch My Laptop for Good

Plot twist: The iPad isn’t just a big iPhone anymore. It’s actually better than most laptops.

Aug 19

The 5 Apps That Made Me Ditch My Laptop for Good

Aug 19

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I Stopped Chasing ‘More’ and Built a Life Around ‘Enough’

Hustle culture lied to us. I stopped chasing more — and built a solo business around “enough.” Here’s what that looks like.

Jun 26

I Stopped Chasing ‘More’ and Built a Life Around ‘Enough’

Jun 26

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Why My iPhone Is More Powerful Than My Old Office Setup

I swapped my office setup for an iPhone — and now I work less, get more done, and carry my business in my pocket.

Jun 25

Why My iPhone Is More Powerful Than My Old Office Setup

Jun 25

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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.

Jun 10

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

Jun 10

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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

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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