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A Simple Way to Turn Big Goals Into Tiny Tasks

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Pope Farm Park in Fall Madison WI

I’ve got loads of big goals and ideas. I’ll bet you do, too. It’s part of being creative. But, as my ever-growing pile of “big ideas” reminds me, “Dreams are fun, but tasks get things done.” So, here’s a simple way to turn big goals into tiny tasks that keep you organized, productive, and consistent…. [Read More]

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The 90–9–1 Rule: Why Stay-At-Home Dads Should Create Content

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Have you heard of the 90-9-1 rule? It’s “math” that proves consistently creating content — even if you don’t know what you’re good at — is the best way to make your life more interesting. So in this post, I’ll explain what the 90-9-1 rule is and why it should motivate you to consistently create useful content for whatever… [Read More]

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My Favorite Bench to Photograph at Vilas Beach in Madison, WI

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This is my all-time favorite bench in Madison. Summer, spring, and winter. Apparently, I never photographed this in the fall. As the seasons change, it’s fun to have a spot you return to. It gives you a chance to appreciate the colors, the moods, and the experiences that only come around every so often. And… [Read More]

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Why You Need A 10 Minute Adventure This Week

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Do you have an everyday adventure spot? A place you can visit any time you need to recharge mentally or creatively? If not, you should, and here’s why. Plus, how you can find your little piece of heaven. Wherever you live. Why You Need 10 Minute Adventures When life gets busy — with work, kids,… [Read More]

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The Important Creative Lesson You Need to Learn From This Instagram Post

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Old White Schoolhouse in Dayton, MN

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Josh Haroldson (@joshharoldson) I almost didn’t take this picture. Standing alone in the snow, this amazing white building was so striking from the road, but it was surrounded by power lines. It didn’t seem possible to frame the photo the way I wanted. So… [Read More]

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Why You Should Explore Random Exits on the Interstate

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Backroads at Black River State Forest

Do you ever explore random exits on the interstate? If not, you should. Because life’s got an interesting habit of hiding cool stuff in the quiet spaces between your destinations. What does that sign say? For most people, I’ll bet an exit sign on the interstate is nothing more than an anonymous road. Or a… [Read More]

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VSCO X and Kodak Porta 160: Before and After #11

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Before and After using VSCO X and Kodak Porta 160

Today was definitely one of those days where: The office needs cleaning The kitchen is just a little messy The bed didn’t get made Why? It was too dang nice out! This was the kind of day you had to get outside an explore. So I got in the car, stopped for a grande Americano… [Read More]

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Before / After #10: Editing with VSCO X

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This week I’m excited to try something new. As much fun as it is to write down my edits, I know that when it comes to software or learning how to a play a game, I personally learn a heck of a lot more when I can actually see what someone is doing. How to… [Read More]

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Photo Editing – Before and After #3

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Hopefully, you were able to enjoy a bit of the fall colors where you live because here in Madison they were great…but now they’re mostly gone. I suppose that’s what makes fall so special though. It’s like my recipe for a great party. Densely packed, plenty of things to do, but just short enough that… [Read More]

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Photo Editing – Before and After #2

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Josh Haroldson Before - After Editing Email 2

Hey everyone! I hope you all got a chance to explore last week and get some editing done. This week I was able to try my hand at concert photography and it was a blast! Did you try anything new? If so, send me an email with a link to what you shared! I’d love to… [Read More]

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I'm Josh Haroldson

As a photographer, writer, and podcaster my work has been featured by Food + Wine, Lands' End, and as an Instagram Suggested User. And now, as a stay-at-home dad, I connect the dots between creativity, business, and fatherhood for other dads like me that want to go from good to great.

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