eightcorners

by gretchen oris-chong

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“There are no problems, only decisions to be made.” ~ Todd Herman (at the 90DY Partners Workshop in Soho 2 weeks ago) Today I became one of Australia’s first 90 Day Year Certified Partners. It’s one of the most challenging I’ve had to do. Getting my degree in IT seemed easier - all I had to do was attend class, present to peers, do the work, pass the exam, get my degree. This certification was in a different ballpark: Todd pushed us out of our comfort zones, helped us distill our craft, change our mindset, and perform at our best. At first, it was a problem for me as an introvert, but learning from Todd helped me make the decision to get over myself and get out on the playing field...to not just do the work but to also think strategically. As a right-brained creative, I hated systems and structure. I’d later realise that it’s the very thing I needed, as life kept happening and I was close to burning out. I also saw what I was doing wrong, that I was focusing on the wrong things at my stage in business. Now I know what I need to do to correct them. Not only can I make decisions faster, but Todd has given us the tools to figure out which decisions will increase our chances of success. I knew I wanted to learn more from Todd, so I can master the system and share it with others. When the opportunity came up to become one of the first partners, I jumped on the opportunity and never looked back. Signing up was one of the best business decisions I ever made. And I don’t doubt that everything I learned will continue to spill over to the rest of my life too. What’s next? In the next couple of weeks, I’m co-hosting a 90DY Mastermind with fellow Aussies who are also Authorised/Certified Partners. We thought it would be great to have support in planning your next quarter, as we know this is what we would have loved too! What you’ll get when you join the 90DY Stars Mastermind: ⭐️ A Navigation Map and Support Community so you know where to start ⭐️ Our honest experiences with the program ⭐️ Applying the principles from an Aussie perspective ⭐️ More sleep because there’s no crazy timezone difference ⭐️ A BS filter😜 Click the link in bio to join/tag a mate 💕

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My top five sustainable travel tips.

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What quote is inspiring you right now? For me it’s this quote from the movie we watched last night: The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. Great reminder to keep appreciating, and to never stop dreaming. Thank you for being here. 💕 #moviequote #quoteoftheday #creativelife #bossbabelife #motto

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My breakfast in bed on St Patricks Sunday. I’m the luckiest woman ever. 🍀💜🍀💜🍀 Favourite croissant and favourite coffee from @southmelbournemarket. P.S. I just love the logo stamp on @clementcoffee takeaway cups. Simplicity at its best. P.P.S. I didn’t eat the croissant in bed - sorry but I hate crumbs!! 😜 #kryptonitefortheglutenintolerant #melbournecoffee #sundaycoffee #brandingtips #logoinspirations (at South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia)

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Because sometimes it’s part of the journey. Happy Friday! 💕 #weekendvibes #quoteoftheday

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Such a beautiful Saturday for some sun, sand & surf. Grateful to live in a city surrounded by secluded beaches. I live in SoS clothes these days because it’s just so easy! (See what I did there? If not then I blame too much sun and maybe 🍷🍷🍷🤪😎) Have a great weekend!! #scienceofstyle #bossbabelife #bossinyourwardrobe #bossbabetribe #beachbum (at San Remo, Victoria)

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To fierce females out there - Happy International Women’s Day! 💕 #internationalwomensday #entrepreneurmindset #fiercelikebeyonce

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I just love how the way we dress help us tell a story about us, not just to others, but more importantly, to ourselves. It’s part of our brand (personal or business!). As someone who normally dresses in neutrals, I can have vibrant days just by combining colours in my staple wardrobe. Thanks to @nat.tucker_make.it.look.easy my best colours all go together! (Then I just add a dose of my quirky personality with some statement shoes. 😜) #bossbabetribe #bossbabelife #bossinyourwardrobe #obsessions #gretchoboss #slowfashion #sustainablefashion #consciousfashion #melbournefashion #melbournestreetstyle #streetstyleluxe #stylegram #streetstyleinspiration #creativelife #entrepreneurstyle #designerstyle #branding #gretchoboss #eyescreative #shoegal

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''I always use my clients' products. This is not toadyism but elementary good manners. I also resign accounts when I lose confidence in the product.'' ~ David Ogilvy I love Japan. And I love supporting brands that make a difference. In particular, sustainable fashion brands like Science of Style designed by my client @nat.tucker_make.it.look.easy Made in Australia, environmentally conscious, and in colours and cuts that you won’t find anywhere else. A designer brand at high street prices...because there’s no middle man. Just some talented and inspiring women behind it. I love that I can easily shop based on my colour type, with full confidence that the colours will not only make me look good, but that the colours will work with the rest of my Boss wardrobe. I don’t know about you, but having my wardrobe sorted like that makes me feel like Barack Obama, Anna Wintour and Steve Jobs. ;) Which brands make a difference in your life? (Pro tip: listing them helps you strengthen your brand values too!) #sustainablefashion #brandingtips #sustainablebrands #bossinyourwardrobe #bossbabetribe

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It’s easy to get caught up in achieving goals and getting results... Only to later find ourselves fighting against the current, wondering how it got so hard. When this happens maybe it’s time to stop listening to what’s happening out there, and instead listen to what’s happening inside of us. We know what we have to do. And at times it’s different than what we’re told. So then we have to make a choice: listen to them or do what our gut tells us. The important thing is to make the decision and accept it fully. And to surrender to what is so we can figure out what’s next. What’s next for you? #creativelife #entrepreneurmindset

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This week, I made lots of mistakes. Oh boy. #creativelife #entrepreneurlife I organised a little workshop and got the dates confused following a change, and emails that were queued originally got sent out even after I made the corrections. Embarrassing? Yes. Regrettable? No. Why? Because I realised that all the mistakes I made were a result of my taking action. Like finally getting out a live online workshop that I’ve been resisting/planning for years. I did it under the radar because I knew the first time will be messy. And it was. But the best lesson? It made me realise that I want to focus on things that people will remember years after I’ve done it. Not things that are fleeting and trivial…like getting the dates wrong or sending out the wrong email. I’m sure nobody’s going to say, “Oh yeah, Gretchen’s that girl that keeps getting these dates wrong in her emails. Even when she used to work in IT.” Maybe someone will, but that person’s probably not the one I’m trying to reach. I want to reach those that would say: There’s this goofy girl, I forget her name, but she said this: “Design is like the clothes you wear—what you say, think and do in addition to how you’re dressed is what makes your whole brand. That’s what people’s gonna remember you by.” Or something along those lines. ;) How would you like people to remember you? I'd love to know. That, or if there's been something else you've been pondering about. I crave introspective conversations like these, it's a shame that we just don't do it often enough. Luckily, it's the weekend soon. And we can just blame it all on the wine. ;)

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Got up early to queue up for the world's best croissant. (Loving their visual branding btw.) Just waiting for the world's most needed coffee now. @lunecroissant #needcoffee #melbournefoodie #croissant (at Lune Croissanterie)

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What a week!! Been working really hard on @thebrandtour plus more stuff going to the shop! A little hint: Doodles. Because #doodlesrule #creativelife #creativepreneur #creatives #graphicdesign #graphicdesigner (at Eight Corners)

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I've never been too fussed about Valentine's Day, but it's always fun when someone gets creative with their Valentine! 😂

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Last week and this week. Yep, pretty much sums up what it's like living in this beautiful city I home. The creativity, food and flat whites make up for it. 😜 Have a great week! #lovemelbourne #fourseasonsinaday #whatwardroberotation (at City of Melbourne)

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What do you do on Sundays? We like to have yum cha, followed by a beautiful walk after all that food. Lol then in the evenings, plan the week. Have a lovely Sunday! 💜#sundays #quotestoliveby #laotzu (at Melbourne, Australia)

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Office of the day. 😉 #lovemelbourne #freelancedesigner #girlboss #graphicdesigner #webdesign #summerday #gratefuleveryday (at ACCA - Australian Centre for Contemporary Art)