#personalplanning

[yevlptyltd]

Hey friends, let's talk about a little money magic that's often overlooked: planning your day. Yes, that simple act of thinking ahead can actually save you a surprising amount of cash. Sounds crazy, right? Well, hear me out.Think about it: how much time do you waste flitting back and forth between errands? How many times have you popped into the shop for "just one thing" only to emerge with a basket full of impulse buys? And let's not even mention the missed opportunities to combine trips or snag better deals.This is where planning your day becomes your secret money-saving weapon. Here's how:1. Master the Art of Combining Trips:Ever had that moment of "Ugh, I need to get milk, but I just picked up the kids from school"? We've all been there. But what if you planned and swung by the store on your way back? That's one less trip, one less temptation to buy unnecessary things, and one less dent in your petrol tank.2. List-Making is Your Shopping BFF:Forget those frantic dashes to the store for "just a few things" that somehow turn into a full-blown shopping spree. Make a list, stick to it, and watch your grocery bill shrink. Plan your meals for the week and only buy what you need. This way, you'll avoid impulse buys and those "oh, I forgot to get..." moments that lead to extra trips.3. Batch Cooking is Your Secret Weapon:Here's another way planning saves you money: batch cooking. Dedicate a day to prepping meals for the week. This saves you time throughout the week, reduces the temptation to eat out, and helps you use up ingredients before they spoil. Bonus points for freezing portions for future use!4. Say "No" to Convenience, Say "Yes" to Savings:Planning means saying "no" to things that eat away at your money. Skip the pre-cut veggies, pre-shredded cheese, and other convenience items. They might seem like timesavers, but they come at a premium. Instead, chop your own veggies and cheese. It's a small effort that saves you big bucks in the long run.Planning your day might seem like a small thing, but it can have a big impact on your wallet. By combining trips, making lists, batch cooking, and saying "no" to convenience, you can save surprising amounts of money without feeling deprived. So, what are you waiting for? Start planning your day and watch your savings grow!*For more information on any of the subjects covered in this blog, feel free to contact us directly... all contact details are provided below. With Love, Gratitude & Grace, - Yvonne E. Venter-Louw - YEVL (Pty) Ltd. Director & Principal - Researcher, Advisor, Educator, Coach, Mentor and Speaker - Thesis: The Psychological Impact and Rehabilitation of Past Experiences on Daily Driven Financial Decisions Contact Details -> Contact us – YEVL (Pty) Ltd. – Naturally creating and experiencing Freedom, Meaning & Wealth! Book an appointment -> https://wa.me/27658991918 Sign up for our mailing list -> https://maillist.yevl.co.za/ *P.P.S. Click on the ad below and receive a FREE Hypnosis Bootcamp MP3 recording - Wealth Booster!

[yevlptyltd]

Planning Your Way to a Thicker Wallet: How a Little Forethought Saves Big Bucks

Hey friends, let's talk about a little money magic that's often overlooked: planning your day. Yes, that simple act of thinking ahead can actually save you a surprising amount of cash. Sounds crazy, right? Well, hear me out.Think about it: how much time do you waste flitting back and forth between errands? How many times have you popped into the shop for "just one thing" only to emerge with a basket full of impulse buys? And let's not even mention the missed opportunities to combine trips or snag better deals.This is where planning your day becomes your secret money-saving weapon. Here's how:1. Master the Art of Combining Trips:Ever had that moment of "Ugh, I need to get milk, but I just picked up the kids from school"? We've all been there. But what if you planned and swung by the store on your way back? That's one less trip, one less temptation to buy unnecessary things, and one less dent in your petrol tank.2. List-Making is Your Shopping BFF:Forget those frantic dashes to the store for "just a few things" that somehow turn into a full-blown shopping spree. Make a list, stick to it, and watch your grocery bill shrink. Plan your meals for the week and only buy what you need. This way, you'll avoid impulse buys and those "oh, I forgot to get..." moments that lead to extra trips.3. Batch Cooking is Your Secret Weapon:Here's another way planning saves you money: batch cooking. Dedicate a day to prepping meals for the week. This saves you time throughout the week, reduces the temptation to eat out, and helps you use up ingredients before they spoil. Bonus points for freezing portions for future use!4. Say "No" to Convenience, Say "Yes" to Savings:Planning means saying "no" to things that eat away at your money. Skip the pre-cut veggies, pre-shredded cheese, and other convenience items. They might seem like timesavers, but they come at a premium. Instead, chop your own veggies and cheese. It's a small effort that saves you big bucks in the long run.Planning your day might seem like a small thing, but it can have a big impact on your wallet. By combining trips, making lists, batch cooking, and saying "no" to convenience, you can save surprising amounts of money without feeling deprived. So, what are you waiting for? Start planning your day and watch your savings grow!*For more information on any of the subjects covered in this blog, feel free to contact us directly... all contact details are provided below. With Love, Gratitude & Grace, - Yvonne E. Venter-Louw - YEVL (Pty) Ltd. Director & Principal - Researcher, Advisor, Educator, Coach, Mentor and Speaker - Thesis: The Psychological Impact and Rehabilitation of Past Experiences on Daily Driven Financial Decisions Contact Details -> Contact us – YEVL (Pty) Ltd. – Naturally creating and experiencing Freedom, Meaning & Wealth! Book an appointment -> https://wa.me/27658991918 Sign up for our mailing list -> https://maillist.yevl.co.za/ *P.P.S. Click on the ad below and receive a FREE Hypnosis Bootcamp MP3 recording - Wealth Booster!

[yevlptyltd]

Planning Your Way to a Thicker Wallet: How a Little Forethought Saves Big Bucks

Hey friends, let's talk about a little money magic that's often overlooked: planning your day. Yes, that simple act of thinking ahead can actually save you a surprising amount of cash. Sounds crazy, right? Well, hear me out.Think about it: how much time do you waste flitting back and forth between errands? How many times have you popped into the shop for "just one thing" only to emerge with a basket full of impulse buys? And let's not even mention the missed opportunities to combine trips or snag better deals.This is where planning your day becomes your secret money-saving weapon. Here's how:1. Master the Art of Combining Trips:Ever had that moment of "Ugh, I need to get milk, but I just picked up the kids from school"? We've all been there. But what if you planned and swung by the store on your way back? That's one less trip, one less temptation to buy unnecessary things, and one less dent in your petrol tank.2. List-Making is Your Shopping BFF:Forget those frantic dashes to the store for "just a few things" that somehow turn into a full-blown shopping spree. Make a list, stick to it, and watch your grocery bill shrink. Plan your meals for the week and only buy what you need. This way, you'll avoid impulse buys and those "oh, I forgot to get..." moments that lead to extra trips.3. Batch Cooking is Your Secret Weapon:Here's another way planning saves you money: batch cooking. Dedicate a day to prepping meals for the week. This saves you time throughout the week, reduces the temptation to eat out, and helps you use up ingredients before they spoil. Bonus points for freezing portions for future use!4. Say "No" to Convenience, Say "Yes" to Savings:Planning means saying "no" to things that eat away at your money. Skip the pre-cut veggies, pre-shredded cheese, and other convenience items. They might seem like timesavers, but they come at a premium. Instead, chop your own veggies and cheese. It's a small effort that saves you big bucks in the long run.Planning your day might seem like a small thing, but it can have a big impact on your wallet. By combining trips, making lists, batch cooking, and saying "no" to convenience, you can save surprising amounts of money without feeling deprived. So, what are you waiting for? Start planning your day and watch your savings grow!*For more information on any of the subjects covered in this blog, feel free to contact us directly... all contact details are provided below. With Love, Gratitude & Grace, - Yvonne E. Venter-Louw - YEVL (Pty) Ltd. Director & Principal - Researcher, Advisor, Educator, Coach, Mentor and Speaker - Thesis: The Psychological Impact and Rehabilitation of Past Experiences on Daily Driven Financial Decisions Contact Details -> Contact us – YEVL (Pty) Ltd. – Naturally creating and experiencing Freedom, Meaning & Wealth! Book an appointment -> https://wa.me/27658991918 Sign up for our mailing list -> https://maillist.yevl.co.za/ *P.P.S. Click on the ad below and receive a FREE Hypnosis Bootcamp MP3 recording - Wealth Booster!

[yevlptyltd]

Hey friends, let's talk about a little money magic that's often overlooked: planning your day. Yes, that simple act of thinking ahead can actually save you a surprising amount of cash. Sounds crazy, right? Well, hear me out.Think about it: how much time do you waste flitting back and forth between errands? How many times have you popped into the shop for "just one thing" only to emerge with a basket full of impulse buys? And let's not even mention the missed opportunities to combine trips or snag better deals.This is where planning your day becomes your secret money-saving weapon. Here's how:1. Master the Art of Combining Trips:Ever had that moment of "Ugh, I need to get milk, but I just picked up the kids from school"? We've all been there. But what if you planned and swung by the store on your way back? That's one less trip, one less temptation to buy unnecessary things, and one less dent in your petrol tank.2. List-Making is Your Shopping BFF:Forget those frantic dashes to the store for "just a few things" that somehow turn into a full-blown shopping spree. Make a list, stick to it, and watch your grocery bill shrink. Plan your meals for the week and only buy what you need. This way, you'll avoid impulse buys and those "oh, I forgot to get..." moments that lead to extra trips.3. Batch Cooking is Your Secret Weapon:Here's another way planning saves you money: batch cooking. Dedicate a day to prepping meals for the week. This saves you time throughout the week, reduces the temptation to eat out, and helps you use up ingredients before they spoil. Bonus points for freezing portions for future use!4. Say "No" to Convenience, Say "Yes" to Savings:Planning means saying "no" to things that eat away at your money. Skip the pre-cut veggies, pre-shredded cheese, and other convenience items. They might seem like timesavers, but they come at a premium. Instead, chop your own veggies and cheese. It's a small effort that saves you big bucks in the long run.Planning your day might seem like a small thing, but it can have a big impact on your wallet. By combining trips, making lists, batch cooking, and saying "no" to convenience, you can save surprising amounts of money without feeling deprived. So, what are you waiting for? Start planning your day and watch your savings grow!*For more information on any of the subjects covered in this blog, feel free to contact us directly... all contact details are provided below. With Love, Gratitude & Grace, - Yvonne E. Venter-Louw - YEVL (Pty) Ltd. Director & Principal - Researcher, Advisor, Educator, Coach, Mentor and Speaker - Thesis: The Psychological Impact and Rehabilitation of Past Experiences on Daily Driven Financial Decisions Contact Details -> Contact us – YEVL (Pty) Ltd. – Naturally creating and experiencing Freedom, Meaning & Wealth! Book an appointment -> https://wa.me/27658991918 Sign up for our mailing list -> https://maillist.yevl.co.za/ *P.P.S. Click on the ad below and receive a FREE Hypnosis Bootcamp MP3 recording - Wealth Booster!

[creativespecialism]

Thursday 27th May, Careers and Employability: CV and Cover Letter

I I thought this was a good opportunity to re do my CV. It felt nice to take a more creative approach to it an I enjoyed making it look sort of jazzy and more interesting than a bog-standard CV that’s just text, no personality whatsoever. I believe that a CV like this will stand out more and may make it more likely that I will get a job I’m applying for so I’d say this has been a very useful experience as it’s allowed me to think more critically about how I present myself to future, potential employers.

I have to be honest, I struggled slightly with writing my cover letter. Mostly because I didn’t really have a job in mind, outside of what I plan to do after my animation course. I also couldn’t really find much of anything that interested me but then I took a hypothetical approach to it.

I found a trainee puppeteer program run by Little Angel Theatre in Islington. I’m pretty sure It’s past the deadline to apply but as I’m not actually applying that was ok. I thought being a puppeteer in musical theatre  would be a good way to mix my two passions of musical theatre and stop motion animation.

links 

https://littleangeltheatre.com/news/opportunity-trainee-puppeteer/

https://littleangeltheatre.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Puppetry-Trainee-Recruitment-Pack_V3.pdf

[ba2aphoebeowen]

Cover Letter

Job link: https://www.blue-zoo.co.uk/blog/blue-zoo-internships-2020 https://careers.blue-zoo.co.uk/vacancies/138/storyboard-revisionist.html

The aim of this cover letter is to apply for a 2D storyboarder internship at Blue Zoo, an animation company based in London. As internships aren’t open now, I don’t have specific details on the job requirements of it, so I have also linked a storyboard revisionist job at the same company that should offer more insight.

Dear Sir/Madam,

This is an application for the storyboarding internship that I found advertised on your website – my name is Phoebe Owen and I’m a year 2 BA Animation student at Norwich University of the Arts.

I have a great interest in storyboarding and the planning of televised animation, like a lot of the works Blue Zoo produces. I have been honing my skills in fast and clean drawing over the last few years and think I could contribute a lot through an internship such as this one.

While I have not held a job in the animation industry itself, I have received commissioned work, for which I was the sole producer, working through the planning to the final product. This gave me a good understanding of the production pipeline, and how each part of it needs to communicate well to succeed. This in particular was useful as I would like to become a children’s television show runner in the future.

Attached to this will be my CV with some more information, as well as a link to my online portfolio where you can view some of my more recent works and showreel. Of course, with the current situation, I understand if this role will be mostly online.

I would be happy to talk further about my interest in the position as well as my experience, if there is a time that suits you. Thank you for taking the time to read my email.

Sincerely,

Phoebe Owen

 Online Portfolio: phoebeowen038f.myportfolio.com/

[jgoodallanimation]

Research into industry online portfolios

Felicie Haymoz

https://www.feliciehaymoz.com/

Images (above and below): screenshot of the website of character designer Felicie Haymoz

I really like the style of this particular artists website as it’s really simple, clear and user friendly. The links to the various projects she has worked on are illustrations from the projects which gives an immediate and really nice idea of her work.

[jgoodallanimation]

Introduction to Personal Branding and Career Planning

Gif: Clio from The Moomins TV series (1990-91) Dir. Hiroshi Saitô,  Masayuki Kojima

Overview (from brief)

You will reflect on your development so far on the course and identify aspirations and contexts for locating your creative practice in the industry. You will research and develop personal branding content in the form of an online web-based portfolio to identify and showcase your skills.

Detail

This project will consolidate and build upon your post production and presentation skills. You will finalise and present work produced during your second year as well as laying the foundations for professional self-promotion and possible directions for your work in year 3. You are asked to create an online portfolio containing a selection of your work, experience and skills, with clear design and navigation. You will also create an edited showreel of no longer one minute in duration. The development of this body of work should be based on your research toward showcasing your specialist skills to locate yourself in the employment market as you reflect on your own personal branding.

Web Portfolio - Through research and development, you will produce a web-based portfolio of your work. The exact format or platforms you use is to be defined by each individual as appropriate. You will consider appropriate design to compliment your body of work, with a clear navigation between pages or various hosting of content (e.g. Instagram, Vimeo) and a consistency of branding. If social media is used, consider how informal (personal) or professional the social media channel should be. Make an informed decision on what is correct platform for your social interaction from examples such as LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr. 

Showreel - This is to be a considered edit of your strongest work, with new work being developed to showcase a range of abilities within a narrow or broad area of specialism e.g character animator, CG generalist, stop motion modeler and animator and so on. You may also consider creating multiple showreels for different specialisms. 

Research - Developing an informed understanding of good practice in both online portfolios and showreels is essential to creating a considered outcome to the task. Cross referencing examples will help to establish commonality in good practice. Primary research including feedback from industry professionals in relation to their portfolio and your concepts is recommended. Research portfolio blog posts should contain context and give insight into their relation their context on your work’s development. Further research into job roles will also add to your understanding of the requirements for your own specialism. 

Personal Planning and Employability - This project integrates your personal and creative development with an understanding of your skills in relation to employment in the industry. You will analyse your skills to develop appropriate branding, the reflection and research for this should be evident in your reflective blog along with how this thinking has shaped the design and content of your online portfolio. The research into job roles and the industry alongside the collation and branding of your work is to help you reflect on the direction of your work in year three in planning possible career directions in professional life. To support this, your personal planning should also include: a CV, evidence of industry engagement, eg. Live briefs and or work placement, evidence of competition entry and investigation of freelance and/or start up opportunities. Some of which you may include in your online portfolio where it’s relevant.