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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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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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🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI

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📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT

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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.

Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor

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If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H09MXML0

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/H09MXLJ0

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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.

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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/H09FchV0

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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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Get all 20 lessons I learned in my 20s here ✍️

If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H09ymcY0

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/H09rKvY0

Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉

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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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🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW

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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 🙏

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Get all 20 lessons I learned in my 20s here ✍️

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/H09nfRD0

Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉

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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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🔗 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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