Three years ago, I bought Cool Wow Collective having never really done a shred of marketing for myself. I’d never posted on Instagram for my own business. I’d never run a membership. I’d never hosted a coworking session.

Feeling scattered working alone? You're only human. Discover how virtual coworking uses structure, science and social support to help you focus, finish and feel better doing it.

Discover the science behind body doubling and why working “together” (even virtually) helps you focus, start tasks and actually get things done.

Think you just need more willpower to focus? Nope. Here's what the science says about why structure (and body doubling) works better.

Need help staying focused? These 16 tools and habits are helpful and surprisingly simple ways to support your focus and get things done.

After almost three years of building Cool Wow Collective into a thriving community for freelancers and solo business owners, I've made the decision to find the right buyer to take it into its next chapter.

If a friend has asked for your ‘help’ as a freelancer, read this! We break down how to charge friends for services, protect your boundaries and avoid awkwardness.

Struggling to stay productive while working solo? Adding structure to your work could bring more focus, less procrastination and better work-life balance, while still giving you flexibility.

5-minute mindfulness exercises that are perfect for freelancers and small business owners. Reduce your stress levels and bring calm back into your work day.

Learn effective tips and tricks on how to plan and organise work.  Reduce stress and become more productive by prioritising and better organising your time.

Shelley is a multifaceted creative force, seamlessly blending her talents as a designer, author, and dedicated advocate for simplifying the art of crocheting. With a passion for making crochet both accessible and enjoyable, she's not just following her dreams; she's knitting them into reality. In this interview, Shelley shares how she organises her day and the tried-and-true habits she employs for optimal productivity.

Jaye is an Operations Specialist and Online Business Manager based in Melbourne’s Inner West. She loves the flexibility of running her own business and calls on her experience across all kinds of industries to get your digital universe working in harmony. In this interview, we learn how she came to run her own business, the essential qualities she thinks every freelancer should have, and her favourite tools to stay on track.