bikudesigns
  • WELCOME
    • Meet the maker
    • Shop
    • Events
    • Blog
    • WORK WITH ME
    • PRESS
  • INFO
    • Shipping
    • Jewellery Care/ Returns and Refunds
    • FAQ
    • WHAT THEY'RE SAYING ABOUT BIKU
    • Custom Payment
    • LINKS
    • Wholesale
    • Privacy
    • Contact
  • SHOP BY COLLECTION
    • EARS >
      • Zoom-Worthy Earrings
      • Ki-Mono Kimono
      • Studs
      • Glass Studs
      • French Lever
      • Statement Earrings
    • NECK >
      • Multi-Bezel Necklace
      • BRAIDED
      • Long Neckpieces
      • Short Neckpieces
      • Necklaces >
        • Small Pendant
        • Medium Pendant
        • Large Pendant
    • WRIST >
      • Single Wrap
      • Double Wrap
      • Triple Wrap
      • Obijime wrap
      • Cufflinks
    • HEADBAND >
      • Twist Headbands
      • Knot Headbands
      • Bow Headbands
      • Scarf Headbands
      • Hard Headband
    • OTHER >
      • FUKUBUKURO
      • Key Fobs
      • Stocking Fillers
      • GIFT CARDS
      • BIKU SOAP BOX
      • Kimono Lover Gift Box
      • Pins
      • Kokeshi Jewellery
    • Special Offer
    • SECRET SUBSCRIBER SALE
  • MAILING LIST

PRODUCTIVITY DURING CRISIS

15/3/2020

0 Comments

 
Picture
It seems to be all doom and gloom throughout the world at the moment. We're terrified of getting sick, losing loved ones or losing our livelihoods. Anxiety is at a high and we are constantly watching the news or reading reports about the Corona Virus.

So I'm here with a positive spin on this. No, I'm not going to deny the gravity of the situation, it's clear that this is serious stuff, but I refuse to let it terrify me into inaction. That doesn't mean I'm off out on packed trains, going to clubs (too old anyway) or meeting up with friends for hanami. Quite the opposite. I'm hunkering down with the fam for a while, doing my bit so I don't spread this thing to the vulnerable in society.

First off, I'm picturing a moment in time when this thing has all blown over. Which it will, at some point. That gives me enough strength to keep going. Going out less means spending less, which means I can earn less for the time being.

WHAT I'M GRATEFUL FOR
  • Time to see my family for weeks on end. It's time we got better connected without the distractions of our busy lives.
  • The opportunity to immerse myself in my child's learning and know EXACTLY where they are.
  • Eating three meals a day (a lot of entrepreneurs skip lunch- true story).
  • A slower pace to life.
  • More family movies, because we have more time to relax together.
  • No commuting. I'm currently saving around 2 hours per day not having to drop off Mr. 7.
  • Saving money. Less coffees, less eating out, less travelling, less shopping.
  • More hugs.
WHAT I PLAN TO DO IN LIFE
  • Declutter my kitchen utensils. Who needs 3 spatulas and 4 wooden spoons anyway?
  • Make and write my Christmas cards.
  • Do my Christmas shopping online.
  • Relax: Colouring, sewing, making, Netflix...
  • Organise and declutter the kids' clothes.
  • Try some new recipes.
  • Learn how to draw using an iPad for work and pleasure.
  • Oh, I need to buy a new iPad.... and that means heading out... maybe I'll buy online.
WHAT I PLAN TO DO IN BUSINESS
  • Get my Christmas stock started (I usually start in July).
  • Write. A lot.
  • Launch some Christmas card packs.
  • Redo some courses I took last year and take some new ones.
  • Organise my computer files/ storage/ photos.
  • Launch a FUN April campaign with games, video calls, giveaways, new products. You can find out all about 'Christmas in Spring' in my newsletter.
SOME IDEAS FOR YOU
  • Take an online course.
  • Join an online decluttering challenge.
  • Research stuff: a holiday destination, recipes, fashion, Christmas/ birthday gifts,
  • Pinterest is your friend. Get your inspiration organised into boards. Follow me on Pinterest.
  • Prepare early for Christmas...imagine having no Christmas rush this year?
  • Make bread. You can try my super easy recipe!
  • Or just relax and be still...this pandemic is creating a world we have never experienced before and if we need to take time to rest and relax we should do it.

You might also like...

Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
0 Comments
    Picture

    HI THERE

    I'm Victoria, the founder, designer and creator at Bikudesigns, a vintage kimono accessories brand in Tokyo, Japan.

    On this blog I talk about all things sustainability, life in Japan, brands I love and chat about handmade business growth.

    If you want to find out more about me visit the Meet the Maker section.

    If you need help setting up your handmade product business overseas, click here to join the community.

      STAY IN TOUCH

    Subscribe

    Categories

    All
    BIKU FAN FEATURE
    BIKU LOVES
    BIKU VALUES
    GIFTS
    HANDMADE
    JAPAN
    LAUNCHES
    NATURE
    PRODUCTIVITY
    RECIPES
    SLOW LIVING
    SMALL BUSINESS TOKYO
    Sparkle List

    Archives

    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    May 2020
    April 2020
    March 2020
    February 2020
    January 2020
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017

    RSS Feed

Proudly powered by Weebly
  • WELCOME
    • Meet the maker
    • Shop
    • Events
    • Blog
    • WORK WITH ME
    • PRESS
  • INFO
    • Shipping
    • Jewellery Care/ Returns and Refunds
    • FAQ
    • WHAT THEY'RE SAYING ABOUT BIKU
    • Custom Payment
    • LINKS
    • Wholesale
    • Privacy
    • Contact
  • SHOP BY COLLECTION
    • EARS >
      • Zoom-Worthy Earrings
      • Ki-Mono Kimono
      • Studs
      • Glass Studs
      • French Lever
      • Statement Earrings
    • NECK >
      • Multi-Bezel Necklace
      • BRAIDED
      • Long Neckpieces
      • Short Neckpieces
      • Necklaces >
        • Small Pendant
        • Medium Pendant
        • Large Pendant
    • WRIST >
      • Single Wrap
      • Double Wrap
      • Triple Wrap
      • Obijime wrap
      • Cufflinks
    • HEADBAND >
      • Twist Headbands
      • Knot Headbands
      • Bow Headbands
      • Scarf Headbands
      • Hard Headband
    • OTHER >
      • FUKUBUKURO
      • Key Fobs
      • Stocking Fillers
      • GIFT CARDS
      • BIKU SOAP BOX
      • Kimono Lover Gift Box
      • Pins
      • Kokeshi Jewellery
    • Special Offer
    • SECRET SUBSCRIBER SALE
  • MAILING LIST