The Motivation Rollercoaster

August 20, 2018 8:12 am August 20, 2018

It’s a ride we have no choice but to opt into. Very few people if any are capable of maintaining 100% motivation 7 days a week. We are just not…

It’s a ride we have no choice but to opt into. Very few people if any are capable of maintaining 100% motivation 7 days a week. We are just not wired that way, despite knowing that we punish ourselves every day for a lack of motivation. When it comes to being motivated every single person is different. What fires me up, might make you bored or fall asleep – the first part of all of this is self-awareness.

Knowing where you want to go is one thing, but having the motivation to achieve your goal when everything is ‘comfortable, easy, means you get time off, is manageable’ can feel like the impossible. I think it is important to listen to your body and also your mind. Yes, you do need to push yourself because great things come when you manage to step outside your comfort zone.

But on the flip side, to maintain motivation you will want to start seeing results from your work to maintain those aspirations. So you are going to need downtime. Some of you might only need a minute but others may need longer. I am one of those people. I work until 11pm every single day so the theory of ‘waking up at 5:30 will change your life’ is not relevant for me. I mean… It will change my life, it’ll turn me into The Grinch. So you need to ensure you measure your motivation levels as an accurate reflection of your lifestyle. There is not one rule to fix all motivation. Here are 3 key things I’ll leave you with to think about to try and work, to help you smoothen out that motivation rollercoaster.

Healthy Body = Healthy Mind

Regular exercise and a healthy diet will work wonders in creating a positive mindset. A positive mindset will allow you to become motivated and actually put in effective working hours that will produce real results. You don’t have to be a bodybuilder and count your food macros, but get yourself moving for an hour a day to edge yourself out of your comfort zone. Fuel your body with a well-balanced diet and let the endorphins discover your motivation.

2. Understand

What? Well… You need to understand the process of getting to where you want to be. I previously wrote the article ‘Achieve You’ where I talk all about understanding the process of achieving a goal. It is very simplistic and is relevant to everyone wanting to achieve anything. If you don’t understand the process your motivation levels will fluctuate constantly because you will begin playing unnecessary mind games with yourself.

3. Remember Why You Set Out

So it’s all going well, you have had an extremely productive few weeks on the way to achieving your goal. Great. Suddenly you peak, and you start making excuses and you run back within your comfort zone. We are all guilty of that! This is the point where motivation is at the lowest and is the hardest turning point on your Motivational Rollercoaster. Re-connect properly with how you felt on those first few days of realising what you wanted to you, but most importantly WHY? Why did you want to achieve that? Re-connect with those feelings, aspirations, and motivation to trust yourself. Plus, you have to enjoy the process because… it’s a long one. This whole journey I am on has changed drastically almost every single month. Sometimes it works out and sometimes it doesn’t, that is just part of my rollercoaster. Trust the journey, trust yourself and trust the process. It’s going to happen. It has to.

Make this week count – remember… This week will never happen again!

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The Top 5 Podcasts 2018.

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June 26, 2018 12:48 pm June 26, 2018

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Podcasts for me have been something I have listened to for years, they used to be called audiobooks to me (I know they still exist in their own right). But…

Podcasts for me have been something I have listened to for years, they used to be called audiobooks to me (I know they still exist in their own right). But there wasn’t any form of ‘downloadable radio’ that I really liked other than listening to some of my favorite comedians in an ‘Audiobook’. Creating my own podcast is certainly an idea I have been flirting with for ByOllieB, and it will happen, I’m just trying to figure out where it would sit inline with my content and my future plans for the blog. For now, here are my thoughts on the top 5 that I listen to, take advice from, laugh along to and think you should be downloading.

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The GaryVee Audio Experience

If you don’t already know who GaryVee is, stop reading this. Google him, watch his videos, follow him on Instagram and properly digest what he has to say. His general philosophy around brand development and work ethic is real, current and inspiring. Yes, he says the same thing over and over – but each time I manage to take away something different. If you are an aspiring entrepreneur or just feel like you need a kick up the &*£! – tune into ‘The GaryVee Audio Experience’.

2. Under The Skin

Hosted by Russell Brand, this is my go-to easy listening for interesting interviews between Russell and his guests. From academics to creatives, ‘Under The Skin’ does exactly what it says on the tin. Proper gritty topics to get your ears around, from discussing big ideas to in-depth connective chats that have proper substance rather than meaningless gossip chat.

3. The Joe Rogan Experience

Hosted by the American comedian, commentator and actor ‘Jo Rogan’. This endless stream of content that is the gift that keeps on giving. You know the feeling when you watch something amazing and then it’s the end of an episode and you have to wait for more? Not here – you can dive straight onto the previous episode and catch up on 100’s you have missed. It’s another chat show setup that dives into captivating topics with interesting people. A podcast you can pick up any time and don’t need to worry about not understanding the concept, as each one is a ‘standalone’ creation.

4. Stuff You Should Know.

The BEST general knowledge & conspiracy theory podcast. Up your small chat and open up your mind with this one. Another podcast that you can pick up and put down. Scroll through endless episodes such as: ‘How Paramedics Work’, ‘How The Pill Changed The World’, ‘The Collar Bomb Heist’, ‘Emojis, A New Language? Nah’ and many more. I have found some of these genuinely fascinating, it’s a new dimension of thought on our everyday activities and events. If you are on the dating scene, enjoys telling fun facts or just wants to know a bit more then this podcast is for you.

5. Ted Talks Daily.

I think this one speaks for itself. Who doesn’t love a Ted Talk? I used to stay up all night and watch countless Ted Talks on YouTube. They are some of the most inspiring pieces of content ever created. Imagine all the best people in the world that are smashing it at what they do, telling you all about their journey?! Yup – inspired. AF. Take them on the move with the ‘Ted Talks Daily’ podcast. Side note – being on this podcast is one of my all-time goals.

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Diet VS Exercise

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June 7, 2018 9:58 am June 7, 2018

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When it comes to dieting and exercising there is so much stress around what is the correct approach?! The answer is there is no set way for everyone. We are…

When it comes to dieting and exercising there is so much stress around what is the correct approach?! The answer is there is no set way for everyone. We are all human but we are all different. What works for me may or may not work for you. But what does work for all of us is applying the same principles to our routines.

Yushoi conducted a survey into the credit/debit approach to exercise and how people exercise to allow themselves treats. We all have our favourite foods that we push hard to earn when we are in the gym. This is ultimately that beginning of finding your own equilibrium. Set aside stress and anxiety when approaching exercise. Don’t put unnecessary pressure on yourself, just think about making balanced choices. What do I mean? Well… if you can get your 4/5 workouts in one week then don’t neglect your body of fuel to re-fuel yourself. If you can’t get to the gym at all one week (like me this week) then try not to eat as if you were getting a full week’s exercise. It can be thought of very simply: What goes in + volume of exercise = weight gained or lost.

Weight gaining/losing is something I don’t like talking about because it shouldn’t be a focus point. Your body as it is great – if you want to exercise then do it for YOU not for any silly weight loss fad. I personally exercise for my mind – physical happiness for me comes from mental happiness. I used to be obsessed with stereotypes and want to be ‘massive’ but half those people are taking all sorts of damaging enhancing pills that are only a short-term fix. Think about why you want to exercise as it will also ensure you are doing the correct exercises that will achieve the goals you set yourself.

I personally have a VERY sweet tooth. I will cover my cereal in honey, have a cookie after lunch and often a brownie after dinner – AND if there is a choice milkshake up for grabs – I’m in! I am aware these foods are not packed with fibre, vitamins and protein – so this is where my credit/debit approach to exercise comes into play. On my days off exercise I will cut back to 1/2 of the above and then on days I exercise I won’t really think too much about my intake. Because when I am at the gym I work out full-on with minimal rest (20secs max between sets) for at least an hour. This mentality and practise doesn’t make me lose weight, it doesn’t make me MASSIVE but it keeps my body in relatively good shape and more importantly it keeps me happy.

I also include Yushoi to balance out my diet, as a guilt free snack when I am craving something tasty. Packed full of the good stuff (they’re 72% pea or lentil!), while tasting amazing, it powers me through. Want to take balance with diet /exercise to the next level? Yushoi have begun a Pea-lates and Pinot class, where you can enjoy wine and snacks, whilst doing a Pilates class – now how’s that for balance! Check out some of the moves here and have a go yourself.

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HOW you can achieve.

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May 12, 2018 10:28 am May 12, 2018

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We all have an idea of where we want to be heading. We all have people and ideas that motivate us – keeping us on the straight and narrow to…

We all have an idea of where we want to be heading. We all have people and ideas that motivate us – keeping us on the straight and narrow to achieve that ‘goal’. The biggest problem I have faced is a lack of self-awareness. I find it all too easy to follow a random to-do list and just think I’m doing the right thing in the moment. The issue with that is time passes by and you feel like you are still in the same place. Getting stuck in that rut is what causes sparks of anxiety and potentially mild depression, leaving your mind in a place that doesn’t help you move forwards and motivation can drop off.

How do I go about achieving my goals? In quite a simplistic way – the theory is the simple part, it’s always a question of ‘can I follow these steps through?’. The way I work it all out is: I write down on a sheet of plain paper ‘I am here’ on one side and ‘I want to be here’ – join the two together with a line. Then work backward from your goal to where you are today. This will create a list of things you need to do to get where you want to be. The next part is self-explanatory. Just follow the steps you have just written for yourself. Keep that piece of paper, keep referencing it because this will keep your progress in perspective. It doesn’t have to be 10000 steps long, but it will help your mind understand the path you are walking down, and each time you tick off one of those steps you will realise you ARE on the right path and you are a step closer to where you want to be. It is then just a matter of time. You will get there, you will achieve it – whatever it may be. If you don’t you’ll die trying and then you won’t know anyway. Either way, you will achieve that goal. You will hit that target and you will get to where you want to be.
The only person standing in your way is YOU and your own mind. Take time to invest in yourself, understand what you are capable of and the best way for you to work – that’s going to reduce the time it takes you to tick off those bits you need to do to achieve your goal. Something I have realised recently is how powerful my mind can be. We are wired to make up excuses and I am extremely guilty of that. You can talk yourself out of the smallest of tasks in seconds. So stop. Take control, take ownership of your thoughts and help yourself by setting that little negative voice inside your head to one side. The more you learn that the more you will grow and develop.
The third thing you need to keep in mind is; knowing your worth. If you are keen and eager to achieve something you will meet people along the way who are ready to exploit your hard work, dedication, and talent for their own financial gain. You can create your own standards, determine the value of your work and determine how you should be treated by others. Of course, this ties in with keeping things in perspective as something is only worth what someone else is prepared to pay for it. Be optimistic about your plan but keep everything in perspective with a hint of realism. The more real you are with yourself the faster you will develop. If you set an unrealistic goal and you don’t achieve it you begin putting pressure on yourself that didn’t even exist in the first place.
Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t. And I mean anyone! I have had teachers, family, partners, friends and colleagues all tell me ‘you can’t’. “Ollie that just doesn’t happen”, “yes but Ollie how are you ACTUALLY going to do that”, “Ollie that’s too much of a saturated market” etc…. The list goes on. But what I think every time I hear something like that is “yes, but I haven’t done that, I haven’t tried that, people haven’t heard what I have to say and people haven’t seen my take on that”. If someone says you can’t be a comedian – take your phone and record a set and post it online – bam! You are a comedian. If someone says you can’t be a model – take photos of yourself with others and post them. BAM – you are modeling. Do you see where I am coming from? The internet gives you a whole world of opportunity right at your fingertips – it’s up to you how you use it and what you can make of it. Remember some of the biggest artists and personalities we know of today were found online!

Keep your thoughts organised and enjoy the process of figuring it all out – it’s all part of the fun.

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Reclaiming My Weekend With Ted Baker.

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April 30, 2018 9:24 pm April 30, 2018

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Modern life is hectic. The to-do list never stops growing, and the phone never stops buzzing. Living life in London in 2018 as self-employed means that every day is some…

Modern life is hectic. The to-do list never stops growing, and the phone never stops buzzing. Living life in London in 2018 as self-employed means that every day is some sort of a workday. This usually includes the weekend. Not this weekend. This weekend I am partnering with Ted Baker, slipping on a pair of Ted Baker BRONZO boots out to reclaim my downtime, disconnect and revel in some old-fashioned ‘offline’ fun. First stop: Portobello Road Market, Notting Hill.

Notting Hill is home to the most famous door in Notting Hill. 280 Wilbourne Rd (just off Portobello Road). It’s the front door of Hugh Grant’s house from the feature film ‘Notting Hill’ – it made its way into the film because screenwriter Richard Curtis used to live there! Sadly the door was then sold at auction and later owners painted the new door black as people kept writing on it. The current owners have however re-painted it blue!

Protobello Road Market draws thousands of people to the area. On Saturday’s, market stalls set up to sell original products as well as antiques. From fully reported 19th century telephones to pocket watches and hats – portobello road market oozes tradition and British heritage. Stepping out in my Ted Baker BRONZO Boots, coupled me to the local vintage aesthetic, while enjoying maximum comfort as I explored the various market stalls and shops that line our iconic Portobello Road Market.

*Style Tip* To make your footwear your statement piece – wear one block colour that sits opposite the colour of your footwear in the colour wheel. If the shoes are dark keep your outfit light. If your shoes are light – keep those clothing pieces dark. This will make a statement of your footwear and showoff your stylish footwear.

You know how fun life today can be, it’s cool – we are all living in one of the greatest times that have ever been. But to appreciate where we are, I enjoyed taking a trip down memory lane on Sunday. Reclaiming the second half of my weekend with a visit to ‘The Wallace Collection in my Ted Baker SHINDL Trainers’.

The Wallace Collection is a national museum in a historic London Town house. There are 25 galleries, displaying 18th-century paintings, furniture and porcelain and a world class armoury. It’s like taking a step back in time. The decor, paintings and furniture are absolutely stunning. Each room is like a little movie set – perfect for taking photos!

Comfortably exploring and walking around the Wallace Collection in my Ted Baker ‘SHINDL Trainers’. Worn with Ted Baker trousers, the two couple together for a smart casual look. Looking smart and feeling comfortable often don’t go hand-in-hand with blistering ankles – but not with these Ted Baker ‘SHINDL Trainers’ – they also look the part!

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Ted Baker SS18 | My Lookbook.

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March 2, 2018 4:51 pm March 2, 2018

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In partnership with Ted Baker – Introducing the new SS18 collection. I was lucky enough to have free reign of the new Ted Baker SS18 men’s collection, to create three…

In partnership with Ted Baker – Introducing the new

SS18 collection.

I was lucky enough to have free reign of the new Ted Baker SS18 men’s collection, to create three looks to inspire your SS18 wardrobe. While the snow is making it seem like forever away, the snow will soon be a thing of the past next week and it will be time to shop for spring. See what you think of my Ted Baker lookbook below.

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6 WAYS TO BOOST YOUR INSTAGRAM IN 2018

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February 15, 2018 5:22 pm February 15, 2018

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With over 800,000,000 monthly users, of which 100,000,000 call themselves a ‘blogger’ in some format. How do you stand out from all of them? Below are my top 6 tips…

With over 800,000,000 monthly users, of which 100,000,000 call themselves a ‘blogger’ in some format. How do you stand out from all of them? Below are my top 6 tips to point you in the right direction.

1. Stop! What is your account about?

One of the biggest problems that will stop people following you… Not having a theme or message.

We are all human, so we want to flirt with every little idea we have. But think of your page this way: If I landed on it right now, I liked what I saw and then I followed you – I would then expect to see more of the same type of content that I signed up for when I pressed that ‘Follow’ button. You will lose followers if you are not consistent. So stop. Think about what you want to put out there, and what you are realistically able to put out there.

2. Get Involved In Your Niche.

So you know what you want to publish? Now go out and follow those that are already doing what you do. It’s been rumored that if you ONLY follow people in your niche you are grouped with them within Instagram’s algorithm and will then often be featured as a suggested user on their pages, as IG will group you with those users. This is something I need to do myself – my page started as a personal account and over the past year has developed into the ByOllieB brand, so I don’t want to offend everyone I know in one big unfollow cull haha.

You can follow Hashtags too – so follow a few that are relevant to your page. For example, I follow: #mensfashionpost, #fashionbyollieb and #canon as these are all relevant to my account. This will allow you to see users work within your niche so you can engage with and meet new people. The more you engage within your niche, the more visible you will become. Perhaps I should say niche one more time?.. NICHE.

3. Tell Stories.

Gary Vee’s all-time message is ‘document over create’. However, with Instagram being a visual platform why don’t you try documenting by creating. What I mean by that is; think about your image before you take it. Plan your location, think about a color scheme and buy a few props to help tell that story. Before you know it you have documented by creating.

Use Instagram stories! One of the most powerful tools right at your fingertips. I often watch how people use Instagram and 9/10 times people watch their stories before scrolling through their feeds. The more you post, the more people engage, the higher in that famous algorithm you will become and more people will begin to see your work.

***Top Tip – use popular hashtags in your stories because hashtags have their own stories too – e.g you could watch the ‘#blogger’ story which are images uploaded by users tagging ‘#blogger’ in their stories***

4. Stay Away From Vanity Metrics

I’ll be honest – I have only started doing this a week ago. STOP FOCUSING ON HOW MANY FOLLOWERS YOU HAVE.

Of course, an influencer with 100,000 followers will get paid more for a campaign than 1,000 but that is not why I am saying this.

If you have a genuine following of engaged users, Instagram will help push your content to be seen by a wider audience. The more comments/saves you get within the first 10mins of posting, taken as a % of your following = how well your post is doing. Instagram then raises or lowers your posts visibility dependant on this. So the goal now is to encourage all of your followers to get involved in engaging with your content as soon as it’s live.

Let me help you think this through from another angle… If you have 10 followers but 5 of them are CEO’s of the 5 biggest companies in the world you might just bag the biggest content creating gig you’ve ever had (if they like your content). And you only had 10 followers when getting that deal. 2018 = Quality over quantity for sure – especially if you want these people to invest their money via your affiliate links, robots got no dolla to spend!

5. Caption. Caption. Caption.

50% Image 50% caption. Your image stops someone from scrolling, the caption will bag the like and/or a comment. Building on what I have already talked about – you want those comments asap! More comments within the first 10mins = more exposure.

So use your caption. Write something meaningful that people can relate to – then at the end ask them a question and open the dialogue.

Don’t then leave the platform once you’ve done the hard work. Stay online during that first 10-20mins and reply to your comments, keep the dialogue open, keep the engagement levels increasing. If 2 people leave a comment and you reply to both you have 4 comments. 4 is better than 2!

6. Repeat 1-5 Consistently.

Repeat tips 1-5 consistently. Consistently post content that is relevant and meaningful within your Niche and you WILL grow. But I think most importantly be yourself! Don’t start by copying someone – because that’s not sustainable. They have their following for them. Develop you, consistently publish original content and maintain that dialogue. No one else can do you as well as you can!

If you found these tips helpful please share the link with your friends on Instagram – let’s open that dialogue.

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UP YOUR GYM GAME IN ONE STEP.

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January 20, 2018 9:42 pm January 20, 2018

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When it comes to fitness why is everything so expensive? A new kit, new trainers, a new gym membership and there goes £200+. All that expense without burning a single…

When it comes to fitness why is everything so expensive? A new kit, new trainers, a new gym membership and there goes £200+. All that expense without burning a single calorie. So why not consider that fresh new kit and join the cross-fit hype for less than £40 today? Putting focus, determination and drive into a healthier lifestyle does not need a flashy price tag.

Primark now has an exceptional new activewear range for men. Having received the range/tried and tested each piece, I wanted to show you guys some of my favorite pieces. I am obsessed with this new collection. Each piece feels long-lasting, looks great, fits perfectly and has an incredibly low price tag.

I am all about feeling great in the gym. I wear outfits that give me a boost in confidence – it helps keep me motivated as I push through the final reps of each set and it just makes me feel good. Having great activewear not only makes me feel good when I’m in the gym working out, but it also helps get me there. I can’t wear this snazzy new Primark kit to dinner, it needs to be worn to the gym. Please don’t overlook the importance of good activewear, it has more of an effect on your fitness than you might realise. If you dress down for the gym you will feel down, and if you feel down you are not in the correct headspace to be getting the most out of your workout.

I love workout out in my activewear from Primark. It also gives me a little satisfaction that my whole kit probably cost a fraction of the guy’s trainers on the treadmill next to me hehe.

Train smart, think smarter, think Primark.

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MY 2018 RESOLUTIONS!

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December 29, 2017 7:19 pm December 29, 2017

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New Year’s Resolutions 2018 New Year’s Resolutions. A controversial topic. Loved by some, dismissed by others. I agree, January the 1st is as much of a day as 31st December….

New Year’s Resolutions 2018

New Year’s Resolutions. A controversial topic. Loved by some, dismissed by others. I agree, January the 1st is as much of a day as 31st December. But the end of one calendar year and the start of another gives me the opportunity to personally reflect on what has worked, what hasn’t worked and what I want to change. The idea of a new canvas ready for painting from 01/01/18 to add to the other 24 already on the wall is an exciting prospect for me. So I wanted to share a few of my 2018 resolutions with you.

Be Present

If I’m having lunch with someone, I am going having lunch with someone, not texting other people during that lunch. Being present in the room and giving undivided attention to that person in that moment. If I’m at the gym I’m going to make each minute of that session count and not spend 5 minutes between sets scrolling through Instagram. More time needs to be spent lifting rather than double-tapping. When I’m meeting new people I am going to be more confident with my presence and enjoy meeting new people and enjoy those new conversations.

Time Off

I’m fully self-employed and have been for 6 years now. When I stop so does any money coming in – holidays and sickness included. That’s been enough to light a fire under my a** to motivate me each day, no one is paying for Ollie if he fancies a holiday! It can be a really tricky way to live because you are your own boss – I need to be better at giving myself at least one day a week off. A day that can be dedicated to seeing family and friends or just doing normal things. Also trusting in my current clientele more means that work will crop up – I need to stop stressing out about the future. It will come soon enough!

Sleep More

Purely because I’m just a much better human when I have had more than 4 hours sleep. I need to have an hour before bed with no phone and an hour when I wake up without going on my phone. Time to wind down to help me get off to sleep. This one is going to be tricky because I like to be productive and you can’t get much s**t done when you are unconscious. But better sleep will mean better results the next day.

Launch YouTube

The time has come. 2018 is going to be the year that ByOllieB goes onto YouTube. It’s going to be a few weeks later than I wanted BUT… I need my content to be interesting, relevant and niche enough for you all to enjoy it. I don’t want to upload for the sake of it. I am spending time now thinking about what direction I’m going to take my YouTube channel down to make sure I bring you guys the best I can in 2018.

Focus On Creating Not Numbers

We all need to make a living, and ‘value’ within this native advertising world is dictated highly by numbers – how many people are going to see your creation etc? I have recently started to worry myself that I am not a ‘big enough’ blogger. Ultimately – there is always going to be someone bigger than me. While size matters (steady…) the content has to be the focus and most important thing. I’m going to spend more time planning, developing and creating. The better the content, the more it will be shared, enjoyed, and engaged with. Perhaps the whole number stress will just take care of itself in the background? Also, I started this whole adventure because I love telling a story through stills and moving imagery. Time to rekindle that and regain my focus.

Hopefully some of these will inspire you ahead of that fast approaching New Year.

Good Luck For 2018!

Ollie xx

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Where To Shop Online?

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December 19, 2017 11:05 am December 19, 2017

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Where do you plan on doing your Christmas shopping? How does doing it by the fire, drinking mulled wine and watching Elf sound? The shops at this time of year…

Where do you plan on doing your Christmas shopping? How does doing it by the fire, drinking mulled wine and watching Elf sound? The shops at this time of year are busy, too busy. Isn’t shopping wrapped in a blanket a better way to shop your next outfits and gifts this Christmas? Even though I love online shopping, I find my internet browser turns into ‘tab city’ browsing multiple websites and paying multiple postage fees. But stop the press guys – I’ve found THE alternative to your usual online outlets that has turned into a lifesaver this Christmas. It’s Zalando.

Zalando has more brands for us to shop than any other fashion retailer (i’m sold already).
Zalando Stocks High-End and High-Street fashion choices (yup – I’m in).
Zalando’s website is so easy to use! No flashy attempts to look extra. Zalando has a clean, simple and user-friendly interface, taking you to the page you need without hassle.
Zalando’s filter system allows you to highly tailor your search results so that you can ensure you are browsing only relevant items clothing.

Not only does Zalando have an extensive range of clothing for you to shop but they accommodate all shapes and sizes with their ‘Big & Tall’ range – catering for sizes XXXL and up. No matter who you are, what you wear, and what you are looking for – Zalando has what you are looking for. And more. I went to Zalando to look for two jackets, one brown and one blue. Both outfits photographed in this post are the result. I needed one outfit to be smart for festive parties and the other to be casual for taking on the bitter cold during my Winter Wonderland explore. Being able to see all the smart/casual jackets I had in mind from all different brands on one screen made the decisions super easy and quick.

Even though I initially only needed the two jackets, Zalando’s style imagery helped me complete my look to include the trousers and shoes. Ideal! A website that has what I needed and more. To top off this first class online retail experience – the delivery was speedy and all items were well packaged and exactly as photographed (something we all know can be hit and miss, it’s especially important as you won’t have time to exchange in time for Christmas)!

If you still have names on the Christmas shopping list to be buying for why not take a quick look, click here and bookmark that bad boy – it’s a ‘get of jail free card’ when looking for clothing online. Or perhaps you just need a few more gift ideas for Christmas? Shop like me, shop Zalando.

*This post was created in collaboration with Zalando – while this post is commissioned all views and opinions expressed are my own. Thanks to Jamie Cullen for helping photograph these images for the campaign.*

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The Motivation Rollercoaster

The Top 5 Podcasts 2018.

Diet VS Exercise

The Motivation Rollercoaster

The Top 5 Podcasts 2018.

Diet VS Exercise

HOW you can achieve.

Reclaiming My Weekend With Ted Baker.

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