Hi there! I’m Vassiliki, a talented designer and business builder.
Ever since I was a kid I have been making things, designing and creating. In 2013 I started my journey into the field of architecture and design to one day be able to do what I love every day. The journey to get to where I am has not been easy and so many things have happened that I did not expect! Life has been so wonderful and lead me down so many unexpected paths. For example, my unplanned journey through business-building, being able to design in so many different ways, exploring my spirituality and plenty of self-development along the way.
In 2015, my partner and I started a business and ever since then I have truly understood how much blood sweat and tears (literally) goes into starting something from scratch. We were both on the tools every weekend, and after our 9-5’s he would be strategically building the business’ systems and processes while I would take care of the overall design, layout, marketing and collaborations. Over the course of the last 7 years (…and 6 businesses later) I completely understand the dedication, sacrifice, love and passion it takes to start a business. I have also learnt how important automation, systems, passive income and time is. Not to mention the golden ticket of routine and self-discipline! Its the only way we are able to reach our personal goals, be fulfilled and be able to build the life we want with no limitations.
I CHANGED MY LIFE WHEN I REALISED
How important a strict routine is for my mind, body and soul.
Without my strict routines and rituals I perform everyday I would not be where I am or in the right frame of mind to be designing, teaching, coaching and balancing time with my family and friends too. When I was at university my bucket was full to the brim- I was juggling multiple assignments trying to complete my masters, a full time job in architecture, building businesses on the side with my partner and carving out time for my daily rituals.
Its true what they say “ You cannot pour from an empty cup” and the best way I have learnt to fill my own cup is with a strict routine and carving out compulsory me-time for myself every morning. This is what helped me through some really tough times. I realised that if my mind is right, the clouds lift and I can see thigs much clearer.
So, here’s how I fill my cup. Every week I have spiritual aspects I need to tick off that focuses on my personal and spiritual Growth. Daily Meditations, taking time to move my body every morning, Eating Good and healthy foods, Spending time with our Labrador, Family and nieces. These are my non-negotiables. Every Sunday I take time to go offline, rest and plan the week ahead. Its quite literally our own version of Self-care Sunday, every Sunday.
My new found game changer- its not ground breaking but it changed my life. Write lists, have a schedule and make sure you stick to it! Don’t only write lists but allocate time and be strict with it too. Do I get overwhelmed? F**k Yes! Absolutely i do. I get overwhelmed all the time, sometimes I slip up, its so easy to get distracted and fall off track. Sometimes I need someone else to help me get back on track and explain to me what I'm doing and why it isn't working. Without the guidance of an external coach with a different perspective and non-judgement approach who tells me exactly how it is I would lose my way and be blinded by my pre-determined beliefs, judgement and self-sabotage.
We’re all here to Learn, Grow and in turn Teach.
Here’s What I’ve Realised
YOU CREATE YOUR OWN CONFIDENCE.
Your habits will increase your confidence. People do things to make themselves feel confident- its not built within their being. Habits, meditation, exercise. It never plateaus, its a constant battle the goes up and down and you need to be doing things daily that not only inspire and empower you but also provide you with stability and routine.
PERFECTIONISM WILL DRIVE YOU CRAZY
Sometimes you need someone else there next to you to press publish or send on that email. Most creatives I know ‘suffer’ from perfectionism and its enough to drive them (..and me) crazy! Imperfect Action = Huge Success. This is planted on a sticky note right below the screen I’m typing on right now. A daily reminder to take action, we’re working in a time where it can always be edited and nothing online is ever final or perfect!
REALISING YOUR WORTH AND YOUR TALENTS
With the right tools and surrounded by the right resources and people you can achieve everything. Don’t doubt what you can do, you’re as good as you believe you are and you will charge accordingly. Step into your future self and think what would they do? What are they doing right now? What does their week look like? How can you get to where your future self is and live that life sooner than you thought?
ROUTINE IS EVERYTHING
Meditations, Daily Affirmations, Moving your body, Setting Goals and strategies on how to achieve is everything you need to keep yourself on track. Create your own daily and weekly rituals that are non-negotiable, put yourself first and conquer your mind. If you don’t trust yourself, find an accountability coach to hold you to account and make sure you’re meeting your targets ticking things off your list. Its the best way to grow quickly and see those real-time changes taking place in your life. Your life can change quicker than you think when you make a few crucial decisions for yourself.
Want to know why I’m here ?
TO TEACH
I USE MY CREATIVITY, EXPERIENCE AND LESSONS TO TEACH OTHERS.
TO DESIGN
I LOVE DESIGNING AND CREATING BEAUTIFUL SPACES FOR PEOPLE TO LIVE AND WORK IN.
TO COLLABORATE
I LOVE TO WORKING WITH AND EMPOWERING OTHER CREATIVES. THATS WHEN THE REAL MAGIC HAPPENS.
TO GROW
I AM ALWAYS LEARNING, GROWING AND IMPROVING - YOU HAVENT SEEN ANYTHING YET!
