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The Science of Productivity
24 dez· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
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In this episode of Deep Dive, I’ve compiled some of the most insightful moments from my conversations with productivity experts. Together, we explore how distractions often come from within, our discomfort and emotional states, rather than just external triggers. You’ll hear practical techniques like the 10-minute rule and timeboxing to manage these internal distractions, along with discussions on how dopamine drives motivation, why positive emotions fuel creativity, and the importance of redefining success beyond hustle culture. Ultimately, this episode reflects on how balancing productivity with joy can lead to a more meaningful journey. Enjoy 🙂
Chapters
(00:00) Understanding Distraction: The Internal vs External Triggers
(03:14) Mastering Internal Triggers: Techniques and Strategies
(06:02) The Nature of Distraction: Traction vs Distraction
(08:56) Time Management: The Importance of Timeboxing
(11:49) Effort Pacts: Creating Boundaries for Productivity
(15:04) The Role of Dopamine in Motivation and Productivity
(17:58) Finding Joy in Productivity: The Broaden and Build Theory
(20:54) The Impact of Positive Emotions on Creativity
(24:08) Navigating Hustle Culture: Redefining Success
(26:57) The Journey vs Destination: Balancing Life and Work
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🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
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How to start a 7-figure business in 2025: Advice from 4 millionaires
16 dez· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
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I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more 👉 here
If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy 👉 here
📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/ podcast
📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast
In this episode of Deep Dive, I reflect on the journey of entrepreneurship and why joining a startup can be one of the best ways to learn the ropes. We dive into the transition from employee to entrepreneur, the underrated value of sales skills, and knowing when it’s time to quit something that no longer serves you.
I also share tips on figuring out what to sell, and how productizing your knowledge can help you scale your efforts and work smarter, not harder.
Enjoy the episode 🙂
(00:00) The Value of Joining Startups
(03:12) Learning Through Experience
(06:02) Navigating Business Opportunities
(08:47) The Role of the Entrepreneur
(11:59) Understanding Sales Dynamics
(14:51) Transitioning from Employee to Entrepreneur
(19:10) Identifying What to Sell
(24:08) The Importance of Quitting
(31:00) Productizing Your Knowledge
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
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How to Stay Focused and Beat Distraction - Nir Eyal
11 out· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
Sponsored by YNAB - visit http://www.ynab.com/abdaal
I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more 👉 here
If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy 👉 here
📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/ podcast
📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast
In today’s episode, I sit down with Nir Eyal to explore the nature of distraction and the journey to becoming "indistractable". We dive into understanding internal triggers, mastering them through practical techniques, and using commitment pacts to stay focused. Nir introduces concepts like the distraction notebook, the difference between traction and distraction, and how to align actions with personal goals. We also discuss managing external triggers, minimising tech and family distractions, and the idea of temptation bundling to combine rewards with tasks. Finally, we touch on the overdiagnosis of ADHD and the importance of following your curiosity.
Enjoy 🙂
(00:00) Understanding Distraction and the Human Condition
(02:48) The Journey to Becoming Indistractable
(06:06) The Role of Internal Triggers in Distraction
(08:55) Mastering Internal Triggers: Techniques and Strategies
(12:11) The Power of Commitment Pacts
(15:04) Challenging the Concept of Willpower
(17:51) The Distraction Notebook: Tracking Your Triggers
(30:21) Understanding Distractions and Taking Action
(36:58) The Concept of Traction vs. Distraction
(47:39) Aligning Your Schedule with Your Values
(53:48) Managing External Triggers and Productivity
(01:00:33) Managing External Triggers
(01:02:56) Hacking Distractions from Family
(01:06:39) Understanding Temptation Bundling
(01:08:35) The Power of Identity Packs
(01:12:56) Over-diagnosis of ADHD
(01:18:06) Finding Time for Writing
(01:24:03) Embracing Curiosity in Writing
🔗 CONNECT WITH NIR
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🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
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👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH
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How Dopamine Shapes Your Habits and Productivity - Tj Power
27 set· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
Sponsored by YNAB - visit http://www.ynab.com/abdaal
I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0b_Pdd0
📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/p...
📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast
In today’s episode, I sit down with TJ Power to explore the roles of dopamine and oxytocin in motivation, satisfaction, and connection. We discuss how modern life affects dopamine systems, impacting motivation and mental health, and share strategies to boost dopamine through effortful activities and oxytocin through meaningful connections. We also cover the benefits of gratitude, social interactions, nature, sleep, and diet on mental health, and delve into managing ADHD, depression, and stress through physical exertion.
Enjoy 🙂
(00:00) The Power of Dopamine: Motivation and Satisfaction
(14:46) Understanding Dopamine's Role in Modern Life
(29:51) The Importance of Oxytocin: Connection and Relationships
(54:44) The Importance of Human Connection
(58:21) Contributions and Acts of Kindness
(01:00:07) Building a Social Life
(01:01:59) Self-Connection and Gratitude
(01:06:10) Understanding Serotonin
(01:12:14) The Role of Nature in Well-Being
(01:20:26) The Power of Sleep
(01:24:15) Navigating Depression and Mood
(01:28:18) ADHD: A Different Perspective
(01:32:11) Managing Stress with Endorphins
🔗 CONNECT WITH TJ
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🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
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🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW
If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/
👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH
You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏
PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜
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A Sales & Marketing Coaching Session with Russell Brunson
12 set· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
Sponsored by YNAB - visit http://www.ynab.com/abdaal
If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy here 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/deepdive-russell-ptya
If you want to take things a step further, apply for the Part-Time YouTuber Accelerator here 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/deepdive-russell-ptyx
I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0b_Pdd0
📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/p...
📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast
In today’s episode, I chat with Russell Brunson about the ins and outs of business coaching, focusing on revenue growth, product launches, and community building. We discuss the psychology of pricing, effective marketing strategies, and using customer success stories to drive growth. We also talk about balancing the "math and drama" of entrepreneurship, taking a structured approach to scaling, and the power of webinars and challenges for selling products. Russell shares the importance of having a dedicated team for funnel optimisation and marketing.
Enjoy 🙂
(00:00) Business Coaching Session Introduction
(02:49) Revenue Growth Strategies
(06:13) Product Launches and Evergreen Models
(08:58) Community Building and Membership Models
(12:12) Psychology of Pricing and Sales
(14:47) Scaling and Team Structure
(18:06) Math vs. Drama in Business Growth
(20:51) Effective Marketing Strategies
(24:04) Webinars vs. Challenges for Selling
(26:54) Customer Success Stories and Ads
(30:11) Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE
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🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW
If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/
👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH
You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏
PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜
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Chasing Success vs True Fulfilment - Nat Eliason
29 ago· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
Sponsored by YNAB - visit http://www.ynab.com/abdaal
Sponsored by Brilliant - visit https://brilliant.org/DeepDive/ for a 30-day free trial and 20% off Brilliant's annual premium subscription
If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0b_PD40
I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0b_Pdd0
📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/p...
📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast
In today’s episode, I sit down with Nat Eliason to discuss known costs with unknowable benefits, overcoming short-term bias, and the importance of timing in life decisions. We explore the concept of finite versus infinite games, focusing on long-term fulfilment over short-term gains. Nat also shares insights into his daily writing routine and his book, *Crypto Confidential*, which offers an engaging look into the crypto world.
Enjoy 🙂
(00:00) Known Costs with Unknowable Benefits
(07:11) Overcoming Short-Term Bias
(13:25) The Timing of Life Decisions
(25:13) The Value of Standing Social Events
(38:22) Trusting Your Negative Gut
(41:11) The Allure of Money
(42:07) The Dangers of Being Driven by Money
(43:54) Choosing Long-Term Fulfillment over Short-Term Wins
(50:35) Balancing Work and Passion in a Daily Routine
(01:01:55) The Power of Infinite Games
(01:17:54) Crypto Confidential: A Thrilling and Educational Journey
🔗 CONNECT WITH NAT
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
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🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW
If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/
👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH
You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏
PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜
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Life’s Meaning Outside of Work - Simone Stolzoff
15 ago· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
Sponsored by YNAB - visit http://www.ynab.com/abdaal
Sponsored by Brilliant - visit https://brilliant.org/DeepDive/ for a 30-day free trial and 20% off Brilliant's annual premium subscription
If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bLbMy0
I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bLbzc0
📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/p...
📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast
In this episode of Deep Dive, I sit down with Simone Stolzoff to explore how work and identity often intertwine, and why it’s essential to find meaning beyond just a job. We talk about the importance of investing in different areas of life, setting realistic expectations for work, and finding fulfilment outside of the career. Tune in for practical tips on how to diversify your identity, prioritise what truly matters, and embrace a balanced approach to life. 🙂
(00:00) Intro
(03:15) Work and Identity
(05:04) The Risks of High Expectations for a Dream Job
(08:24) Investing in Multiple Identities
(12:36) Finding Meaning Outside of Work
(18:41) Evergreen Characteristics
(28:02) Investing in Physical Health
(31:28) Developing Identities That Are Valuable to You
(32:59) The Fulfillment of Work as a Means to an End
(34:24) The Pressure to Find a Dream Job
(44:31) Diversifying Your Identity Beyond Work
🔗 CONNECT WITH SIMONE
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🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI
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👥 Linkedin
📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE
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🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW
If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/
👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH
You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏
PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜
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How to make $10k/month from a community - Jordan Godbey
1 ago· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy here 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bwKcT0
I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bwKcd0
If you want to see how Jordan helped us build Productivity Lab, you can find out here 👉 https://growthcommunity.co/ali/
Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/podcast
📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bwKnY0
In today's episode, I discuss with Jordan the process of building a $10,000 per month online business through online communities. We delve into different types of communities, the challenges associated with managing them, the misconception of passive income, and effective pricing strategies for membership programs.
Enjoy 🙂
(00:00) Intro
(01:41) The Path to $10,000 a Month
(02:38) Solving Existing Problems vs. Creating New Ideas
(03:36) The Pros and Cons of Online Communities as a Business Model
(05:30) Different Types of Online Communities
(09:45) Why People Pay for Online Communities
(12:05) Peer Communities: Low-Ticket Value from Connection
(15:18) Proximity Communities: High-Ticket Value from Close Relationships
(21:32) Community-Powered Courses
(24:21) Transformational Communities
(27:42) The Challenges
(29:36) The Reality of Building and Monetising Online Communities
(37:18) Designing the Offer
(37:48) The Power of Accountability
(45:00) Value-Based Pricing and Transformation
(54:36) Navigating the Emotional Aspects of Pricing
(58:18) Aligning Incentives with Recurring Revenue
(01:02:06) Different Pricing Models for Different Audiences
🔗 CONNECT WITH JORDAN
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🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE
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🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW
If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/
👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH
You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏
PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜
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Success Beyond Money: Joe Hudson
25 jul· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
Sponsored by Brilliant - visit https://brilliant.org/DeepDive/ and the first 200 of you will get 20% off Brilliant's annual premium subscription.
I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bnK_g0
📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/podcast
📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bnL4J0
In today's episode, I chat with Joe Hudson about success, money, and fulfilment. We discuss having a purpose beyond money, the role of joy in success, and how emotions affect decisions. Joe shares insights on self-awareness, spirituality, and parenting, emphasizing the importance of listening to oneself and valuing connection. We end with advice for those turning 30: embrace the changes that come with age. Enjoy!
(00:00) The Relationship Between Success, Money, and Fulfillment
(05:23) The Importance of Enjoyment in Achieving Success
(08:13) The Role of Emotions in Decision-Making
(13:29) Developing Emotional Fluidity
(28:23) Balancing Financial Security and Passion
(37:06) Tools for Accessing and Releasing Emotions
(38:04) The Impact of Childhood Experiences on Emotional Expression
(39:32) The Role of Emotional Support in Relationships
(40:58) Dropping Defensiveness and Being Present with Emotions
(46:14) Exploring and Releasing Guilt and Shame
(01:02:05) Enlightenment as an Expansion of Self and Time
(01:13:56) Listening to Yourself and Following Your Wants
(01:15:21) Connection Over Perfection
(01:18:07) Embracing Vulnerability and Open-Heartedness
(01:21:22) Hand-in-Hand Parenting for Emotional Processing
(01:24:33) The Seven Key Factors for Success and Fulfillment
(01:46:20) Embracing the Softening with Age
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Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
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Lessons from 17 Years of Podcasting - Jordan Harbinger
18 jul· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
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In today's episode, I sit down with Jordan Harbinger. We explore topics such as imposter syndrome, the passion vs. money debate, and the importance of building relationships for career success.
He also shares his journey from law to podcasting and how following his curiosity brought him fulfilment. Enjoy 🙂
(00:00) Intro
(12:16) Imposter Syndrome and the Pressure of Competition
(21:33) Passion vs Financial Success
(35:11) Building Relationships
(38:36) Helping Others without Expecting Anything in Return
(38:58) Transitioning from Law to Podcasting
(54:31) Avoiding Lifestyle Creep
(58:24) Following Curiosity over Dollars
(01:02:11) The Freedom of Podcasting
(01:09:36) Financial Freedom and Values
(01:14:49) Prioritising Safety and Happiness
(01:18:09) Navigating the Unpredictability of Parenting
(01:22:31) Balancing Career and Family
(01:26:49) The Role of Money in Parenting
(01:35:16) Prioritising Family Time and Experiences
(01:45:22) Considering the Impact of Children on Your Career
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
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How to Master your Nervous System for Productivity and Joy - Jonny Miller
11 jul· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
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In today's episode, I sit down with Jonny Miller to explore the importance of understanding and regulating the nervous system to enhance productivity, joy, and overall well-being. Jonny shares his personal journey through grief and how it led him to study the nervous system.
We talk about emotional debt, the importance of emotion processing, and much more.
Enjoy! :)

(01:18) Understanding the Nervous System
(06:11) Practical Strategies for Shifting States
(09:25) Emotional Fluidity
(10:52) Decision-Making and Emotions
(14:09) Balancing Responsibility for Emotions
(19:45) Exploring Triggers and Emotional Debt
(23:39) Challenging Stoicism
(30:06) Emotional Regulation Techniques
(35:19) Triggers
(43:05) Grief as a Catalyst for Personal Growth
(47:57) Exploring Meditation and Breath-work
(01:14:14) Vulnerability and Connection
(01:15:12) The Benefits of Men's Groups
(01:18:00) Shifting Mindset and Ambition with Age
(01:19:26) The Pursuit of Safety and Progress
(01:31:57) The Experimental Mindset in Finding What Works
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🏔️ Playbook for Starting a Men’s Group: https://bit.ly/mens-group-playbook
📚 Meditation Book Recommendation: ‘The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young: https://a.co/d/8dhbHEt
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
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The Pursuit of Wealth: Barista to Billionaire - Andrew Wilkinson
4 jul· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
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In today’s episode, I sit down with Andrew Wilkinson to discuss his incredible journey from barista to billionaire entrepreneur. We explore his insights on money, success, and happiness and how he has navigated the challenges that come with wealth. Andrew shares the concept of anti-goals and the importance of designing a life that aligns with your values and brings joy.
Enjoy 🙂
(00:00) The Downsides of Being a Billionaire
(01:27) The Power of Delegation
(08:53) Challenges Associated with Fame
(23:19) Designing a Fulfilling Life with Anti-Goals
(28:31) Flow State and Meaningful Work
(29:01) The Impact of Money on Relationships and Family Dynamics
(35:19) Navigating Social Circles and Status
(39:54) The Happiness of Experiences and Time
(45:54) Building a Durable Business
(01:06:19) Long-Term Success
(01:12:03) Building a Personal Monopoly
(01:13:56) Monetisation Strategies
(01:16:20) Cash Flow
(01:29:07) Building Productivity Software
(01:37:21) Learning from Mistakes
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
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How to Make $10k/Month as a Writer - Nicolas Cole
27 jun· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
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In today’s episode, I sit down with Nicolas Cole, and we explore the fastest path to making $10,000 per month as a writer, why monetising through a service is often more effective than selling products, and we debunk the myth that you need a large following to start earning money.
We also cover the pros and cons of traditional publishing versus self-publishing and delve into the intricacies of book deals and distribution.
Finally, we discuss Feel-Good Productivity, the process of writing a book, overcoming self-doubt, and the benefits of immersive writing sprints.
Enjoy :)

(00:00) Introduction
(03:48) The Fastest Path to Monetisation
(08:00) The Value of Your Knowledge
(19:08) The ROI of Free Work
(25:26) The Three Services Every Business Owner Needs
(26:47) Identifying Potential Clients
(40:46) The Abundance Mindset
(57:35) Doing the Work
(01:09:26) Traditional Publishing vs. Self-Publishing
(01:29:19) Overcoming Self-Doubt
(01:46:55) Expanding the Feel-Good Productivity Category
(01:57:41) Immersive Writing Sprints

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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
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How to Land your Dream Job - Chats with my Team ( @KaelynGraceApple )
20 jun· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
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Meet Kaelyn – YouTuber, former pro athlete, and now our community manager at the Productivity Lab.
In this episode, we chat about the power of networking and how just being out there and doing great work can open up so many doors. Kaelyn shares her journey from the sports world to YouTube and how she networked her way to joining our team. We also explore the perks of teamwork, the quest for work-life balance, and the art of building a cohesive vision for a productivity brand. Enjoy :)
00:00 Introduction and Networking
14:02 Being Part of a Team
28:03 Incorporating Neurodiversity in Productivity Content
31:14 Exploring Innovative Tools for Productivity
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
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🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW
If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast...
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How to Scale your Startup with Growth Levers: Matt Lerner
13 jun· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
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In this episode of Deep Dive, I'm thrilled to interview Matt Lerner, the founder of SYSTM and author of "Growth Levers." Matt shares his wisdom on helping startups uncover their big growth levers, the challenges of decision-making and the pitfalls of focusing only on revenue.
We also explore growth strategies like viral and authentic videos and the necessity of engaging and retaining viewers through positive feedback loops.
This episode is packed with practical tips and strategies. I hope you find listening to it as enjoyable as I found recording it 🙂
(00:00) Uncovering Growth Levers
(12:45) Aligning Organisational Pieces for Growth
(28:43) Deciding Which Ideas to Pursue
(39:17) The Importance of Fresh Content
(46:15) Measuring Monthly Returning Viewers and Conversion Rates
(55:26) Monetisation Strategies: Sponsorships, Affiliates, and Own Products
(01:19:07) Simplifying and Consolidating for Focus
(01:24:13) Leveraging Podcast Episodes for YouTube Videos
(01:32:23) Reevaluating the Business Model
(02:01:01) De-risking the Business
(02:06:26) Unlocking Bottlenecks
(02:12:43) Doing Fewer Things and Making More Mistakes
(02:21:30) Building a Portfolio of Small Businesses
(02:28:22) The Importance of Clear Hypotheses and Documentation
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
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Cal Newport: The Secrets of Slow Productivity
6 jun· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
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In this episode of Deep Dive, I sit down with Cal Newport the author of "Slow Productivity" and we explore the pitfalls of following your passion, the principles of deep work, and the balance between consistency and bursts of intensity when it comes to creative work. We also discuss balancing consistency with bursts of intensity, managing multiple projects, structuring your job to prevent burnout and the value of slow, deliberate efforts for long-term success. I hope you enjoy the episode :)
(00:00) The Concept of Slow Productivity and Deep Work
(11:16) Challenges of Following Your Passion
(28:02) Managing Multiple Projects
(31:30) The Evolution of Creative Processes
(31:59) Redefining Productivity
(38:29) Balancing Work and Life: Setting Boundaries and Managing Distractions
(43:21) Challenges and Insights of The Art of Writing
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
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Eric Siu: Building a $10m+ Marketing Agency
30 mai· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
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This conversation with Eric Siu is packed with insights into his entrepreneurial journey and the details of launching and scaling a marketing agency. We touch on everything, from client acquisition and business growth strategies to the importance of going above and beyond to succeed. We also talk about the balance between work and personal life and the power of networking in today's business world. Whether you're an entrepreneur seeking inspiration or just interested in personal development, this chat has something valuable for you.
(00:00) Eric’s Entrepreneurial Journey
(03:40) Keys to Success
(06:32) The Enjoyment of Entrepreneurship
(22:49) Lifestyle Business vs. Full-On Business
(23:19) Navigating Remote Work Challenges and Business Growth
(26:13) The Power of Focus and the Art of Doing Less
(40:37) Networking, Retreats, and Connection
(43:26) Mentorship, Teaching, and Personal Fulfillment
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
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🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW
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How to Build a Business that Lets you Quit your Job - Dickie Bush
16 mai· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
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I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H096KC90
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In this episode, Dickie shares his journey of building a successful side hustle while working a full-time job. We also cover the importance of not quitting your job too soon, the value of curating the content we consume to ensure it helps us overcome obstacles and much more. Let me know your thoughts in the comments!
(00:00) The beginning
(02:22) Types of Compensation
(03:20) The Importance of Not Quitting Your Job Too Soon
(06:35) The Need for Intense Effort and Focus
(10:20) Creating Content
(26:16) Continuing to Learn and Create
(35:49) The Illusion of Busyness and Time Management
(36:45) Exploring the Malleability of Time and Energy
(39:38) Finding a Niche and Unique Angle
(43:00) The Role of AI in Summarising and Creating Original Content
(45:54) The Journey from Curation to Creation
(50:11) Brain-breaking moments and Leverage
(58:51) The Four Layers of Specificity for Success
(01:09:26) Reverse Engineering to Achieve a Million Dollars a Year
(01:13:14) Scaling to a Million Dollars a Month
(01:14:12) Continuous Learning and Investing in Oneself
(01:15:44) Seeking Guidance from Mentors and Coaches
(01:23:44) Identifying and Overcoming Bottlenecks in Growth
(01:39:00) Finding a Balance Between Financial Success and Other Aspects of Life
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
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Does Money Buy Happiness? A Conversation with Deca-Millionaires
9 mai· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
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In this episode, Patrick, Matt, and I get real about our personal journeys with wealth and how it's shaped our lives, from defining our identities to managing lifestyle costs and finding purpose and fulfilment beyond financial success. We delve into the concept of 'enough' and why knowing when we have all we need is crucial. I hope you enjoy!
(00:00) Introduction
(02:20) Personal Experiences with Wealth
(05:05) The Impact of Wealth on Extremes
(09:49) Financial Security and Stress
(12:40) Money Insecurities
(21:32) Decision-Making
(24:51) Finding Purpose and Fulfillment
(25:21) The Concept of 'Enough'
(28:09) The Impact of Wealth on Children
(31:34) The Importance of Experiences
(36:13) Money Doesn't Buy Happiness: It's How You Use It
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🔗 CONNECT WITH PATRICK
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
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🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW
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👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH
You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏
PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜
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Confronting my CEO coach - Eric Partaker
2 mai· Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H08VD6j0
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In part 2 of my conversation with CEO coach Eric Partaker, he shares his three-pillar approach to scaling companies, handling unexpected challenges, transitioning from founder to CEO, and the importance of networking in building a successful business. He also provides actionable tips for strategic thinking, time management, and overcoming resistance. Let me know what you think in the comments!
(00:00) Introduction
(03:49) From Financial Success to Continued Work
(07:12) Finding Work-Life Balance
(10:45) The Impact of Neglecting Health and Relationships
(14:08) Scaling the Company: The CEO Pillar of Leadership
(21:36) The Fun Challenge of Weekend Freedom
(25:01) Building and Accumulating Over Time
(29:05) The Human Desire for Achievement
(32:44) The Importance of a Business Approach
(36:10) Creating a Long-lasting Impact
(39:45) Life Happens While You're Making Other Plans
(43:08) Building a Strong Network
(46:30) Strategic Thinking and Time Management
(50:48) The Struggle with Time Management
(54:32) Identifying the Most Impactful Areas of Focus
(58:06) The Benefits of Chunking Down Tasks
(01:01:17) Anchoring Yourself in the Present Moment
(01:04:31) Striving from a Place of Satisfaction
(01:08:01) Feeling Mentally Deviated and Off-Track
(01:11:18) The Gap in Action
(01:13:31) Choosing the Pain of Discipline
(01:14:10) Starting and Maintaining Momentum
(01:14:27) Overcoming Resistance and Self-Sabotage
(01:15:13) Developing Discipline as a Skill
(01:15:18) Hacking Your Brain to Get Started
(01:15:59) Pushing Past the Initial Resistance
(01:16:20) The Business Coaching Bundle
(01:16:52) Improving Business Performance
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📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED
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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor
🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE
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🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW
If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast...
👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH
You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏
PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜
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