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Unclaimed money
There's a frightening amount of money unclaimed and awaiting collection, about $458 million at last count. Are you one of the 500,000 Australians who’s owed something? Find out here. 
How to write a mission statement
This video by Dan Heath over at Fast Company shows you exactly how the mission statement of a small business goes from tasty to terrible in one brainstorming session.
Just how much are meetings costing you?
This basic, but very effective tool easily gives you the answer. Simply tell it how many people are in attendance, their daily rate and the clock starts ticking. Very, very scary! 
Any procrastinating writers here?
Thought so. This little site is a corker. Select how many words you're trying to write, your deadline and punishment mode and you'll get some pretty sharp reminders if you start to slack off. 
Need a financial health check?
Superannuation advice, budget planners and tips for saving are all on offer at the Understanding Money website. This Government operated site provides real back to basics information on how to, err, understand money. 
Font of all knowledge
Not sure what your default font should be? This site is sure to help. Simply paste in some text, choose from hundreds of different fonts and take your pick! 
Feeling demotivated?
The motivation industry has had its day in the sun. How's this for a contradictory view? Despair.com's demotivators claim to 'increase success by lowering expectations.'
Office pod
We want one. Well half a dozen, actually. These office pods have got to be the coolest little workspaces we’ve seen. They look so yummy in the garden.
18 smokin' hot business cards
If you’re just starting up or looking to redesign your business cards, here is a wealth of inspiration from our friends at Freelance Switch.
Wordle on the street
This cool free tool at www.Wordle.net generates funky looking word clouds based on your website or selected text. You can even try different colour schemes and layouts.
Hot or cold?
Stay up to date with the climate debate on this site. Great for those pro action and sceptics, it lists calls to action and dissenting voices from around the world.
Are you free?
If you struggle getting small groups of people together for a meeting, this little gizmo may help. It certainly saves on the email tennis.
Get help from the crowd
The Flying Solo forums are where you can talk and network freely. If you're looking for help, seeking a referral, or just itching to share some news or knowledge, there's a mob of supporters here.
Someone trying to empty your pockets?
SCAMwatch will help you recognise, report and protect yourself from scams that target you or your small business.
Want to get your articles out there?
ArticlePR features a free list of article submission sites or article banks, to which you can submit your articles in order for them to be distributed far and wide.
Keep it simple, silly
More often than not, a soloist’s life is about multi tasking and coping with complexity. If this sounds like you, our friends at Freelance Switch have some worthwhile tips: 10 Ways to Simplify Your Freelance Life.
Calling all Flying Solo fans!
If you're an active networker or involved in any small business groups, we'd love you to get involved in our snappy little promotional program. Find out more. 
Who's following you?
Twitter fans may like Twittersheep, which tells you which kinds of folk are following you. Give it a go! 
When it all gets too much
When it all gets too much. A big thanks to web developer, Simon for this little gem. Apparently it’s where he heads when clients drive him nuts.
Save (on) your energy
Make It Cheaper provides a free service that helps you ditch and switch energy providers. There’s a handy blog with money saving tips, too.
Have you read our manifesto?
If you've yet to read Flying Solo the book, have a read of the Soloist's Manifesto to get a feel for what it's about. Alternatively, browse some reader reviews.
Anatomy of Australia’s micro business owner
Flying Solo’s Understanding Micro Business, 2010-2011 – Australia’s largest micro business survey takes the pulse of this critical business sector. Download the results now.
Get projects over the line
If you admire 'The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People' (and who wouldn't?) and recognise you need some assistance to get over the finish line, this online goal tracker may well appeal.
Text for dummies
Ever wondered where to find that dummy text used by designers? The answer is here. Given it's a practice that's been around since the 1500s, this may not be the original source!
Impress your TED friends
There's no doubt that TED is a wonderful resource and we love it, but FORA is pretty awesome too. Enjoy a short movie with your morning tea.
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Profile | Justin Zachan
Justin Zachan
After a varied career in IT and Project Management, Justin decided the corporate ladder was not quite his scene and he branched out on his own and started Jazz Design, a digital consultancy that specialises in providing creative thinking to develop innovative online and digital strategies and solutions.
Justin also has a strong interest in health and lifestyle and is a qualified nutritionist (non-practising), and is also currently training for a marathon and raising money for Cure Cancer Australia. Finding an ideal blend between the digital world, and health and lifestyle is the ultimate goal.
You can't always get what you want. But if you try sometimes, you just might find, you get what you need - Rolling Stones
Articles by Justin
Can power napping improve my performance?
03 May 07Justin ZachanIt's true that young children seem to benefit from naps and the 'siesta' is common In a lot of cultures. But what are the advantages of power napping to the busy soloist? Read more
Comments: 7Work life balance: Tips for enjoying summer
06 Mar 07Justin ZachanI certainly love the summer months and I am always trying to find ways to get out and about to enjoy myself on the weekends. But what about during the week? It is important to have a good work life balance. Read more
Comments: 3Depression: Coping with life's down times
28 Jan 07Justin ZachanFeeling low is a natural part of life. But if you have problems coping with life's down times, or are experiencing 'bad' emotions on an ongoing basis, it may indicate a problem like depression. Read more
Comments: 17Problem solving skills: Ten ways to stimulate creativity
14 Nov 06Justin ZachanBusiness at its most simple level is about solving a customer's problem, which takes creativity. So we need to keep our creative mind alive to develop our problem solving skills. Read more
Comments: 7Getting healthy: Tips to help you on the road to recovery
10 Sep 06Justin ZachanIn spite of our best efforts to look after ourselves, it is inevitable we will fall ill at some stage. When we're ill, we need to make getting healthy a priority and avoid adopting the "she'll be right" approach. Read more
Comments: 2Small business planning: Are you prepared if you fall sick?
10 Aug 06Justin ZachanLast time we looked at tips for staying healthy at work. But what happens if you succumb to illness and and are unable to work effectively? This will happen to all of us at some stage so it is important to have some business planning in place. Read more
Comments: 0Ten tips for staying healthy at work
29 Jun 06Justin ZachanAs a soloist, what do you do when you get sick? If you take time out to recover you could lose business or miss deadlines. If you keep working, your performance level may drop or you may get sicker. Staying healthy at work is very important. Read more
Comments: 0Effects of dehydration: Why you should drink more water
01 Jun 06Justin ZachanWe all know drinking lots of water is good for us, but do we understand why? Here we explore the real effects of dehydration and how water helps you live and work at 100%. Read more
Comments: 13Healthy living: Live and work at 100%
07 Mar 06Justin ZachanAs you are the most important asset in your business, healthy living is pretty important to ensure that your business is running to its full potential. Read on to find out how to take good care of your business by first looking after yourself. Read more
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