Our first solo episode of the new era! In this episode I want to get into why procrastination isn’t really about laziness. It’s a deeply ingrained behavior with psychological roots, and avoiding it is a skill you can learn & practice.

A huge thank you to Professor Fuschia Sirois for speaking to me as part of my research for this episode. Fuschia is working on an anti-procrastination tool called TEMPO toolkit. It's free to use and you can register your interest for when it launches here: https://fuschiasirois.com/2024/11/12/do-you-or-someone-you-know-struggle-with-procrastination/

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Follow us on Instagram @workinghardpod and TikTok @workinghardpodcast! We have big plans, including a huge giveaway this week.

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CHAPTERS

0:00: Introduction

2:19: The Context

3:34: The Data

4:20: The Theories

7:12: Putting it into practice

11:48: The Expert

16:49: Sign off

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READING LIST

Procrastination, Prof Fuschia M Sirois: https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=l&ai=DChcSEwjt4pnW4d6MAxXiiFAGHU-IKOoYABAHGgJkZw&co=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzYLABhD4ARIsALySuCRoXGW-CusL9MNiw92RJ6m0wWF65s_4jkZ_ZJBeoh-gIZEANOGUTvcaAiIUEALw_wcB&sig=AOD64_3_fDtaPeCyPR9IY9zY0qJ0UV4UkA&ctype=5&q=&ved=2ahUKEwjMwJPW4d6MAxWkU0EAHStEFWcQ9aACKAB6BAgGED4&adurl=

Solving The Procrastination Puzzle, Prof Tim Pychyl: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Solving-Procrastination-Puzzle-Concise-Strategies/dp/0399168125

Atomic Habits, James Clear: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/1847941834/ref=asc_df_1847941834/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696491569630&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=667304837050744158&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045888&hvtargid=pla-551566274852&psc=1&mcid=5f87ef6d64c43173a6fbda470bbfcbf1&th=1&psc=1&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696491569630&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=667304837050744158&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045888&hvtargid=pla-551566274852&psc=1&gad_source=1

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RETROGRADE, SHREDDY, TALA and THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD are my own businesses, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear 😊

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Our first ever bonus episode! In this one, I'm answering your dilemmas on how to survive (and even potentially thrive) in your 20s. I hope you love it!

As I said in the episode, let me know what you think of this new format! I want it to be our space for discussing article recommendations, diving into things that have happened that week, answering dilemmas, unpacking responses to episodes. I want to make it as useful as possible for you!

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DILEMMA SUBMISSION

If you'd like to submit any dilemmas to the podcast to be answered in the bonus episodes, please send them to [email protected] with the subject beginning DILEMMAS!

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MY LINKS: https://gracebeverley.komi.io/

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RETROGRADE, SHREDDY, TALA and THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD are my own businesses, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear 😊

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We're back!! And we've had a little spruce up.

Before I get into this description, first agenda point is: follow @workinghardpod on Instagram! We're here: https://www.instagram.com/workinghardpod/

As part of this relaunch I wanted to create a space for everyone who listens and watches our podcast that is super inspiring & brings value to your feed. We’ve got lots of exciting plans, including a huge giveaway (which I haven’t mentioned anywhere but here, so you’re first to know).

What a full circle it was to record with Conna when we were both in LA. This is the definition of an unfiltered founder to founder chat. We really got into it. Goal setting, life plans, business growth, boundaries. I loved recording it so much, I hope you enjoy watching it too.

Also, what do we think of the new music? Let me know in the comments if you're listening on Spotify.

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CHAPTERS

1:43: Introduction

19:30: Balancing evolution & trends

24:40: How to trust your judgement

29:20: How to navigate trends

31:00: How to find your brand DNA

36:05: People stealing her designs

39:30: Producing their products

42:15: Finding manufacturers at the start

45:15: The biggest mistakes she's made

46:38: Her tips for leadership

49:44: Conna's typical day

58:59: Why 'No' is her favourite word

1:03:50: Advice on building your dream life

1:12:05: Why Conna's not a goal person

1:14:35: The best piece of advice she's received

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MY LINKS: https://gracebeverley.komi.io/

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CONNA'S LINKS

House of CB: https://app.houseofcb.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connawalker/?hl=en

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RETROGRADE, SHREDDY, TALA and THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD are my own businesses, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear 😊

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I hope you’re having a great week so far. We’re currently on a little podcast break at Working Hard, Hardly Working whilst we work on something hugely exciting which is coming very soon and I focus on opening the first ever TALA store which I still cannot believe is happening! But you know I would never leave you without inspiring content on a monday morning! So I’ve picked my absolute favourite episodes from the nearly 130 we’ve released. Today's is with the gorgeous Jemma Sbeg, host of The Psychology of Your 20s!

Jemma is someone everyone in their twenties needs. Her podcast The Psychology of Your 20s, was one of the 20 most listened to podcasts in the WORLD last year, and she started it as a hobby whilst working her 80+ hour a week corporate job. I’ll be totally clear with you, my aim going into this episode was to get as much advice from Jemma as physically possible, to make it a guide to owning and understanding what is arguably the most confusing decade of our lives. We covered everything from finding your dream job, to comparison, to moving to a new city and so much more. 

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JEMMA'S LINKS:

The Psychology Of Your 20s: https://www.psychologyofyour20s.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en

Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en

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MY LINKS: https://gracebeverley.komi.io/

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SHREDDY, TALA and THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD are my own brands, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear 😊

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I hope you’re having a great week so far. We’re currently on a little podcast break at Working Hard, Hardly Working whilst we work on something hugely exciting which is coming very soon and I focus on opening the first ever TALA store which I still cannot believe is happening! But you know I would never leave you without inspiring content on a monday morning! So I’ve picked my absolute favourite episodes from the nearly 130 we’ve released. Today's is with Google UK Chief Debbie Weinstein.

Debbie has not only been a trailblazer in the digital and tech industries, but she’s also someone who has continuously pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in the corporate world.

I wanted this episode to be a manual for exactly how to build your dream corporate career, we get into the weeds of what it takes to get ahead, the key difference with high performers, the art of being a good manager, and generally how to navigate the complexities of the corporate world.

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DEBBIE'S LINKS

LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/debbie-w-62b2a44

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MY LINKS: https://gracebeverley.komi.io/

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SHREDDY, TALA and THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD are my own brands, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear 😊

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I hope you’re having a great week so far. We’re currently on a little podcast break at Working Hard, Hardly Working whilst we work on something hugely exciting which is coming very soon and I focus on opening the first ever TALA store which I still cannot believe is happening! But you know I would never leave you without inspiring content on a monday morning! So I’ve picked my absolute favourite episodes from the nearly 130 we’ve released. Today's is with the man with the most soothing voice in the world (who also happens to be a world renowned psychologist) Professor John Amaechi.

Not only is he an Organisational Psychologist, an OBE, a New York Times Bestselling Author, a Fellow of the Institute of Science and Technology, a Professor of Leadership, a non-executive director of an FTSE 250 company and the founder of organisational psychology consultancy APS. 

He was also, more surprisingly, the first Briton to play professional basketball in the NBA league, a move which saw him leave his hometown of Stockport for the world of professional basketball aged just 18. And whilst playing, he was the first NBA player to come out as gay. Never afraid to stand up and speak out, his book made me question a lot of things I thought I knew about myself and the way I live and work. 

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JOHN'S LINKS:

LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/amaechi

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnamaechiobe/?hl=en

APS: https://www.apsintel.com/

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MY LINKS: https://gracebeverley.komi.io/

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SHREDDY, TALA and THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD are my own brands, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear 😊

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I hope you’re having a great week so far. We’re currently on a little podcast break at Working Hard, Hardly Working whilst we work on something hugely exciting which is coming very soon and I focus on opening the first ever TALA store which I still cannot believe is happening! But you know I would never leave you without inspiring content on a monday morning! So I’ve picked my absolute favourite episodes from the nearly 130 we’ve released. Today's is with the geneticist & fertility researcher Dr Helen O'Neill.

Dr O’Neill is a leading expert in reproductive science, she’s a lecturer in reproductive and molecular genetics at University College London, she has a Masters in Prenatal Genetics and Fetal Medicine and a PhD in Stem Cell Biology. She is also the founder and CEO of Hertility Health, an award-winning bio-tech business specialising in fertility testing that has raised over £5 million since launch.

Fertility is obviously a hugely sensitive topic, but it’s also one that we never talk about for exactly that reason. When I started this podcast, I wanted it to cover the important topics that we never get taught, and I learnt so so much from Helen that I really couldn’t believe I haven’t researched or known before. If you’re thinking about switching off right now because you find the idea of fertility testing terrifying like I do, I promise you it’s worth sticking it out and listening to this one. However, if you are someone who is currently struggling to conceive, or finds fertility conversations particularly hard, this is an episode to skip.

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HELEN'S LINKS:

Hertility: https://hertilityhealth.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.helenoneill/?hl=en

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MY LINKS: https://gracebeverley.komi.io/

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SHREDDY, TALA and THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD are my own brands, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear 😊

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I hope you’re having a great week so far. We’re currently on a little podcast break at Working Hard, Hardly Working whilst we work on something hugely exciting which is coming very soon and I focus on opening the first ever TALA store which I still cannot believe is happening! But you know I would never leave you without inspiring content on a monday morning! So I’ve picked my absolute favourite episodes from the nearly 130 we’ve released. Today's is with the world renowned life coach Marie Forleo!

I don’t have many guests where I can say that Oprah has called them, “the thought leader for the next generation”, so today is a big one. Marie Forleo is one of the world’s most renowned life coaches. She’s a number 1 New York Times bestselling author, and has turned her life-coaching pratice into a broadcast empire, coaching over 100m people, hosting her own TV show in the US, MarieTV, and launching 3 coaching programmes online. Her motto is “everything is figureoutable” and her framework around it is SO actionable!

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MARIE'S LINKS:

Website: https://www.marieforleo.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marieforleo/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuoxrRDDgk3UUnxR4tlkJYQ

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MY LINKS: https://gracebeverley.komi.io/

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SHREDDY, TALA and THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD are my own brands, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear 😊

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s episode might be the one i’ve spent the most time thinking & planning ever. When i asked after our last compilation episode which ones you guys wanted, so many asked for a compilation of the best business advice from the over 120 episodes of this podcast.

Now let me tell you that was a huge task, because when you’ve spent the last 5 years finding your favourite founders to speak to, choosing is like choosing between your dogs (or at least for me it is).

So, if you have ever thought about running a business, you’ve just started one, you’ve been running one for a decade, or you’re just nosy about how to make loads of money working for yourself, you might enjoy the next hour, i really hope you do!

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This episode is Sponsored by XTB

Download XTB today to start making your money work for you: https://link-pso.xtb.com/pso/tWvLH

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EPISODES INCLUDED

Rokeya Khanum: https://youtu.be/st_BtAbmRZo?si=z-IF9EP5FL6UgCct

Cass DiMicco: https://youtu.be/YYxru2JkIGc?si=vA6g-7KvmRtdcrZ1

Nicola Kilner: https://youtu.be/0nrLsN6ktzU?si=c65rdkxmFNGFnXQ0

Candace Nelson: https://youtu.be/IpneF5M49rc?si=Es7TViWYRhU9y31X

Aimee Smale: https://youtu.be/rtwMU63Q-kI?si=B-PNsdn-Sp7nAc7q

Jess Hunt: https://youtu.be/bBwNrQdCy-w?si=vNHJUyVOjWr3H-CM

Jenna Meek: https://youtu.be/fAwsQ7UqOCc?si=VNwNCNG1AbihOCD7

Jordan Brompton: https://youtu.be/wL3XvRIj3ks?si=s-Xf4KjCpTpn-LtG

Will Stirrup: https://youtu.be/1xg7vVGJNNI?si=ieFf69WrY-IntgLM

Will Ahmed: https://youtu.be/5QCjjcUXmls?si=HiNlrOQ6pPQsaleD

Jen Atkin: https://youtu.be/SoUbuEwLFy8?si=0QNW9jblEqKQ6Srk

Debbie Wosskow: https://youtu.be/FwZQA7GJZTY?si=QmThVYCe8noWSQmf

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You can find out more about The Business Method, and use the code WORKINGHARD for you discount, here: https://productivitymethod.com/pages/the-business-method?srsltid=AfmBOorgBoplJiD4rXU6h0HYTcr9W922KXyqa3WbpvPajMVn2VJ9oYcQ

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CHAPTERS

0:00 Introduction & Sponsor

1:10 Rokeya & Cass: starting with a Google search

7:34 Nicola Kilner: constantly iterating

12:39 Candace Nelson: product as marketing

15:26 Aimee Smale: business models

20:39 Refy's Jenna & Jess: Viral Marketing

25:31 Jordan Brompton: Scaling

30:40 Will Stirrup: Hiring & Glamorisation

37:10 Will Ahmed: Making Key Decisions

42:25 Jen Atkin: Re-strategizing

46:20 Debbie Wosskow: Selling

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MY LINKS: https://gracebeverley.komi.io/

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RETROGRADE, SHREDDY, TALA and THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD are my own businesses, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear 😊

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After our New Year compilation episode about improving your life went crazy, I asked what other theme led episodes you’d like, and SO many of you said finances, money moola.

So the aim for this episode, is everything you need to know about money, and I took this as a wide definition, we’re going from literally why money exists & why they can’t print more - to saving, investing, raising funds and even some deep stuff on attitudes to money & wealth.

This kind of stuff is something we were never every taught in school - it’s crazy to me that I know more about algebra than I do how to save & spend my own money wisely. I hope you find it useful!

Disclaimer: This podcast is information, not financial advice or reccomendation!

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This episode is Sponsored by XTB

Download XTB today to start making your money work for you: https://link-pso.xtb.com/pso/tWvLH

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EPISODES INCLUDED

Rupal Patel: https://youtu.be/N8IrE0vW1zY?si=XKVSJ1dOOFp5Ht9A

Anna Hartvigsen: https://youtu.be/2Bpqz5TLdSA?si=f1RlxmGMhozNZX3z

Simran Kaur: https://youtu.be/N9db5YdH7rA?si=zszTgQQmV_8E5-YJ

Jason Mahendran: https://youtu.be/bK7Ak3TZfXs?si=eXwgTUgFaYCE2GAC

Vivian Tu: https://youtu.be/dLG1LI_7eSA?si=AcsyDievAofLYwS6

Robin Sharma: https://youtu.be/TjqPBMidZAI?si=YDs8HGBU8JV6Oo_s

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CHAPTERS

0:00 Introduction & Sponsor

1:39 What even is money?

3:34 Why can't we print more money?

5:49 Is it better to save or make money?

8:18 The 50:30:20 payday routine

9:22 How can I tackle my debt?

13:28 How to learn about markets

17:52 Getting investment for a company

21:15 Tradwife movement & finances

22:22 Why you should get a prenup

27:50 The 8 forms of wealth

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MY LINKS: https://gracebeverley.komi.io/

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RETROGRADE, SHREDDY, TALA and THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD are my own businesses, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear 😊

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.