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Read time: 1 minute, 347 words. I used to work out of my bedroom.But it started to resemble a switchboard: cables, gear, chaos.Eventually, Iβd had enough.Now I work from my studio, where I'm writing this newsletter.No clutter. No mess.Just clean walls and calm focus.A few books (like this one) and 2 small figurines.Tidy walls, (hopefully) tidy mind.Curious how your workspace could shape your workflow?ππ½ Letβs explore-Kabir PS - I'm making lots of lofi music. More on this later... Seven Point...
Read time: 1 minute, 358 words. Disney reused animations.I reuse templates. I've saved my favorite chord changes/music licks, email drafts, and even newsletters - so I don't have to start from scratch. My personal library of creative shortcuts, built over years, reused daily. You can start yours today. Here are 7 contrarian templates that transform how you work. (and nobody's talking about them) ππ½ See how to build your own magic. -Kabir Seven Point Sunday - July 20πΌ Portfolio Career Meet...
Read time: 1 minute, 293 words. Most people unwind on the weekend. The wealthy use it to quietly build income streams.You don't need a big budget or a genius idea.Just 4 hours, a laptop, and a plan.Iβve laid out 7 simple projects you can start Friday evening and finish make significant progress by Sunday.Each one moves you closer to financial freedom.ππ½ Pick one and build your next income stream this weekend. -Kabir Seven Point Sunday - July 13πΌ Portfolio Career Meet Christian Rudder....