Blog | Nicole Bartko

Dec 42 min read

The Intersection of Two Worlds: Mentorship Meets IT

In my 13+ years in IT and 20 years working with people, I’ve seen incredible progress in how technology transforms businesses. But I’ve...

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Nov 282 min read

Integrating Holistic Tools into the Professional World

Blending Strategy with Soul: Why I’m Embracing energy healing, astrology, and ceremonial cacao in My Work For years, my work has revolved...

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Nov 262 min read

Reflections on a Month of Searching: Where Do I Fit in This New World?

A Journey of Disappointment and Learning It’s been a month now since I actively began applying for freelance projects. It’s been a...

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Nov 243 min read

Navigating Competing Beliefs: Finding Balance Between Financial Stability and Fulfillment

In my journey as a freelancer, I’ve faced one of the most challenging dynamics: navigating competing beliefs . On one hand, there’s my...

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Nov 212 min read

Balancing the Search: Learning, Growth, and Finding New Opportunities

The Challenge of Job Searching As a freelancer, one of the most demanding phases can be the search for new projects. Initially, I...

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Nov 152 min read

Knowing When to Let Go: Embracing “Less is More” in Coaching, Mentoring, and Projects

The Art of Letting Go In coaching, mentoring, and project management, we’re often so focused on helping, guiding, and managing that we...

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Nov 133 min read

Bringing Life-Work Balance to Life: The Project Management Behind My Move to Mallorca

My journey toward a life-work balance wasn’t just about a career shift; it was about a complete life transition that I planned and...

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Nov 83 min read

The Decision to Change – Embracing Life-Work Balance Over Comfort

There are times when life nudges us, sometimes softly, sometimes with a jolt. For me, that nudge came with an unexpected desire for...

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Nov 72 min read

Being Your Own Coach: Practicing Presence Through the Ups and Downs

As I navigate the journey of remote freelancing, I find myself facing challenges that test my patience, resilience, and self-belief....

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Nov 52 min read

Healing Practices for Cultivating Presence in the Workplace

Presence can be a powerful anchor in our daily work, helping us find balance and resilience amid busy schedules. But cultivating presence...

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Nov 52 min read

From Presence to Transformation: Using Mindfulness to Shift Team Dynamics

In project management, we often focus on tools, schedules, and deliverables to drive a team forward. But there’s a subtle, powerful...

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Nov 53 min read

The Power of Presence in Project Management and Mentoring

In the fast-paced world of project management, where deadlines loom and tasks pile up, the concept of "presence" might seem like a...

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Oct 293 min read

Balancing Dual Passions: My Journey in IT Project Management and Mentorship

Introduction: Balancing Passion with Practicality As I reflect on my career, spurred by the process of applying for new projects and...