How I Work
Have you ever wondered if the worlds’ leading entrepreneurs, writers, musicians and business people construct their day differently to you? How I Work delves into the working days of some of the world’s most successful innovators. We discuss tactics, rituals and tricks they use to achieve so much more than the average person, despite having the same number of hours in the day.
Episodes
Do you find yourself set up for a productive day, only to be derailed by your emails?
Checking and replying to emails can eat up so much time - and what’s worse is that the false sense of productivity checking email provides can be very addictive.
The problem of spending way too much time in my inbox has been bugging me for some time, so I was very excited to find out that Michael Bungay Stanier has had similar problems and h...
Your phone isn't just a device – it's a Swiss Army knife of untapped potential sitting in your pocket. In this episode, we dive deep into the secret capabilities your smartphone has been hiding from you, transforming how you'll use technology forever.
From instantly identifying any plant on your daily walk to scheduling texts that make you look professionally put-together (even when you're not), these features aren't just cle...
Do you find yourself setting the same goals year after year, only to leave them unaccomplished?
If so, it might be time to try a new strategy for planning your goals.
In this quick win I’m joined by ABC broadcaster and Host of ‘This Working Life’, Lisa Leong to talk about why a pre mortem could be the strategy you need to set achievable goals for the year.
Lisa shares:
- What a ‘pre-mortem’ is an...
Today, I’m taking you behind the scenes and answering your questions about how I structure my day, manage distractions, and design habits that truly stick.
From my early-morning writing sessions to the psychological hacks I use to stay focused (especially on “off” days), I’m sharing what’s genuinely worked for me - and what hasn’t.
In this episode, I share:
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You’re not lazy. You’re just out of capacity — and no amount of to-do lists can fix that.
So what do you do when your brain is fried, your calendar is full, and you're still trying to show up for the people (and priorities) that matter most?
Neuroscientist Ariel Garten has been there. As the co-founder of Muse, the brain-sensing headband used by over 500,000 people and backed by 200+ clinical studies, ...
Did you know that just like a coffee break, or a toilet break, you can take a self-compassion break?
And did you know using regular self-compassion can transform how you respond to setbacks?
Professor Kristin Neff is a pioneer in the study of self-compassion with multiple best-selling books on the topic, and she believes a self-compassion break can make all the difference to your wellbeing.
Kristin shares:
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Are the meetings you lead not actually getting enough done? Are you worried that participants are leaving them feeling annoyed? If so, then this episode is for you.
Professor Steven Rogelberg is an organisational psychologist, an award-winning author and the world’s leading expert on workplace meetings. He is an award-winning teacher with over 200 publications and has been cited well-over 12,000 times in the academic ...
We’ve all been there. A weird vibe in a meeting. A team member who’s clearly not themselves. A tension that hums under the surface. And still—silence.
In this mini episode, I share a simple but powerful story about what happened when someone called out my mood (in the best way). It reminded me how transformative it can be to name the obvious—and how rarely we do it at work.
We’ll explore:&n...
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In the face of uncertainty and change, how do you ensure you don’t feel lost and defeated?
More importantly, how do you ensure that doesn’t happen to the team you lead?
Dr Gabriella Rosen Kellerman is the Chief Innovation Officer at BetterUp and she sees firsthand their cross discipline research into what can be done to help human flourishing.
Professionally she advises Fortune 500 CEOs and CHROs and contributes...
Feel like you’re doing all the health things but still hitting that 3pm crash?
Same. For years, I chased every gadget, trend, and supplement that promised more energy and better focus. But after a whole lot of trial and error (and more than a few raw sugar incidents — yes, really), I’ve finally landed on three simple health habits that actually work.
In this mini episode, I share:
Think sustainable living is confusing, expensive, or just plain overwhelming? You're not alone. With so much conflicting advice out there, it’s hard to know what actually makes a difference.
Lottie Dalziel is here to set the record straight. Founder of Banish, one of Australia’s most trusted sustainability platforms, Lottie has helped thousands of people and businesses cut through the noise and adopt realistic, im...
What if your holiday didn’t just feel good while you were away, but also boosted your wellbeing for weeks after you returned?
New research reveals that the benefits of your holiday don’t have to end when you return to work. In this quick episode, I’ll share how to extend that post-break glow far beyond your suitcase unpacking.
In this mini episode, I’ll dive into:
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Ever wonder if the advice you’ve been following is actually holding you back? What if playing by the rules is the very thing keeping you stuck?
Jake Knapp knows a thing or two about breaking the mold. A designer, investor, and New York Times bestselling author, Jake’s books have been translated into over 20 languages, helping teams around the world rethink how they work. He’s helped over 300 startups bring n...
Dom Price was given some pretty bad advice right before he became a father. A well-intentioned friend told him never to share pictures of his overseas work trips with his partner, because it might make her jealous…
On his first few long-distance work trips after becoming a dad, Dom didn’t want to tell his partner that he was having a good time in case it made her time home alone with their twins feel even more challenging b...
When asked to describe yourself, is one of the first things you mention your job? Why do so many of us form such a strong connection between our identity and our work? And more importantly, is that actually healthy?
To explore the complex relationship between self-identity and work, I'm joined by my good friend Sabina Read for another thought-provoking conversation.
Sabina is a clinical psychologist who shares her expertise weekly ...
Ever seen a viral LinkedIn post, a compelling sales page, or a perfectly crafted pitch deck and thought, how did they make this so good? Great content isn’t magic—it follows a formula. And with Gen AI, you can crack that formula wide open.
In this episode, Inventium’s Gen AI expert, Neo Aplin, joins Dr. Amantha Imber to reveal a powerful reverse engineering trick that lets you analyse high-performing content...
That beautiful leather-bound journal you bought with the best intentions? The one now gathering dust under a pile of books? You're not alone.
After 40 years of failed journaling attempts, Michael Bungay Stanier finally cracked the code to sustainable reflection—and it's likely nothing like what you've tried before.
Michael is the author behind the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Coaching Habit (which Brené Brown cal...
Ever wished you could bring in a team of experts to weigh in on your ideas instantly—without scheduling meetings or waiting for replies? If you're using ChatGPT+, you can!
In this episode, Inventium’s resident AI expert, Neo Aplin, joins Dr. Amantha Imber to reveal a simple but game-changing trick: creating a custom AI advisory board using ChatGPT’s custom GPTs and the "@" trick.
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Do you find yourself constantly trying to ensure people like you? Bending over backwards to avoid giving bad news or make someone unhappy?
What if the extra reassurance, and the fear of being too direct are actually causing more harm than good?
To dive into this topic, we’re joined by Laura Henshaw to talk about how she realised her need to be liked was affecting those working under her.
Laura Henshaw is a dynamic force in th...
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