91: Bookend Habits For Better Focus
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91: Bookend Habits for Better Focus In this episode of Distracted, Angela Lockwood discusses the importance of bookend routines for enhancing focus and productivity. She shares practical strategies for preparing for the week ahead on Sunday nights, wrapping up tasks on Friday afternoons, and establishing effective morning and evening routines. By implementing these routines, listeners can achieve greater mental clarity, reduce overwhelm, and create a structured approach to their daily and weekly tasks. By listening to the episode you will learn; 👉 Why it is difficult to stick with new...
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90: Building Your Support Network For Growth
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90: Building your Support Network For Growth In this engaging conversation, Angela Lockwood and explore the transformative power of connection and networking in business. But not networking as you know it. In the episode emphasises that true networking is not about transactional exchanges but about building genuine relationships that foster growth and support. Despite us all being busy and often distracted Janine introduces the concept of four key roles we all need in a support network and how to identify and reach out to these four key...
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89: The Downside Of Deciding
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89: The Downside of Deciding In this episode, Angela Lockwood delves into the complexities of decision-making, exploring the challenges of indecision and the overwhelm of making a decision in the face of so many choices. She shares personal experiences and insights on how fear of missing out and overwhelm can hinder our ability to make choices. Angela emphasises that while we may not know the right decision until we make it, each choice leads to new opportunities and growth. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace the unknown and recognise the continuous journey of making...
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88: Self-Regulation For Back To School Success
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88: Self-Regulation For Back To School Success In this episode, Angela Lockwood discusses the importance of self-regulation for children, especially as they transition back to school. She emphasises the need for parents and educators to support children in managing their emotions, understanding the complexities of emotional regulation, and providing strategies to help them cope with challenges. The conversation covers factors that affect self-regulation, such as brain development, relationships, and routines, and concludes with actionable strategies for adults to model and teach...
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87: Creating Success In The Age Of Distraction
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87: Creating Success In The Age Of Distraction In this episode, Angela Lockwood interviews , a successful entrepreneur and founder of In the episode Tina discusses her journey as a business owner and how she has learnt to better understand and and work with her ADHD and her ambitions while achieving remarkable success. The conversation delves into the importance of boundaries in business, the balance between hard work and smart work, and how AI is transforming the way businesses operate and business owners can amplify their capacity. Tina shares her insights on maintaining...
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86: Lessons From Switching Off and Welcome to 2025!
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86: Lessons From Switching Off and Welcome to 2025! In this episode, Distracted host Angela Lockwood reflects on her recent family holiday where she switched off from work for 4 weeks. No laptop, no messages and no notifications. She shares the results of doing this and emphasises the importance of disconnecting from technology and creating boundaries to manage these distractions at all times. She shares insights on how to control attention and minimise interruptions in daily life, encouraging listeners to prioritise what truly matters to them. By listening to the episode you...
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85: The Distraction Of Possibility
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85: The Distraction of Possibility In this final episode of 2024, Angela Lockwood reflects on the highs and lows of the year, discussing the overwhelming nature of possibilities that can distract us from our goals. She explores how this distraction affects various aspects of life, including business, education, and personal choices. Angela shares strategies to maintain focus amidst the chaos, emphasising the importance of setting clear priorities and making conscious choices. As the year comes to a close, she encourages listeners to reflect on their experiences and set intentions for a more...
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84: Role Modelling Healthy Habits For Our Kids
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84: Role Modelling Healthy Habits For Our Kids In this insightful episode of Distracted, Angela Lockwood speaks with Dr. Nick Fuller, Clinical Trials Director at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, about creating sustainable healthy habits within the family unit. Dr. Fuller explains why the focus should shift from weight loss and good or bad food to overall health. He breaks down the science behind why a focus on diets often fail and how evidence-based approaches can foster lasting wellness for the whole family. Together, they delve into the importance of parents modelling healthy...
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83: The Simplicity Of The Sticky Note
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In the latest episode of Distracted, Angela Lockwood dives into the power of a humble tool that many of us overlook—sticky notes. Far more than just colorful squares, sticky notes are an incredibly versatile resource that can boost focus, productivity, and creativity. Angela explains how sticky notes can simplify project management, distill complex ideas, and provide clarity when juggling multiple tasks. Whether you're brainstorming, organising thoughts, or managing tasks, sticky notes offer a tangible way to track progress and stay on top of what matters most. Angela also shares tips for...
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82: Finding Calm Through Your Breath
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82: Finding Calm Through Your Breath In this episode of Distracted, Angela Lockwood speaks with Angie Saunders, founder of Breathe Me and the O2 Collective, about the significance of breath in our daily lives. They explore how breathing affects our well-being, the importance of teaching breathing techniques to children, and practical strategies for managing stress through breath work. Angie emphasises the role of the vagus nerve and how breath can be a tool for emotional regulation and state change vital skills to help us in a fast-paced and often stressful life. The conversation highlights...
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In this episode, Angela Lockwood interviews Tina Tower, a successful entrepreneur and founder of Her Empire Builder. In the episode Tina discusses her journey as a business owner and how she has learnt to better understand and and work with her ADHD and her ambitions while achieving remarkable success. The conversation delves into the importance of boundaries in business, the balance between hard work and smart work, and how AI is transforming the way businesses operate and business owners can amplify their capacity. Tina shares her insights on maintaining discipline, the necessity of hard work in entrepreneurship, and the significance of personal well-being and boundaries in achieving long-term success. This is a must-listen-to episode for all business owners and in particular female online course creators as Tina shares valuable insights on how to create success in the age of distraction.
By listening to the episode you will learn;
👉 The importance of the importance of energy management in business.
👉 Establishing boundaries is crucial for sustainable business success.
👉 How to develop systems and practices to improve discipline and organisation.
👉 How to successfully scale a business by the simple method of selling oneself and one's products.
👉 The importance of blending of heart-centred work with practices to help you thrive financially.
👉 How to plan for the future to help manage overwhelming possibilities.
👉 How to use a fast-paced brain to your advantage for success in life.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Tina Tower and Her Journey
02:23 Harnessing Energy and Optimism in Business
06:47 Navigating ADHD and High Achievement
19:37 The Importance of Boundaries in Business
23:19 The Grind vs. Smart Work in Entrepreneurship
30:24 Leveraging AI for Business Efficiency
38:50 The Key to Scaling Businesses
39:15 Commercial Viability and Sales Strategies
43:02 Resilience in the Face of Failure
47:59 Personal Branding and Boundaries
53:58 Finding Balance Between Heart and Business
54:54 Navigating Life's Possibilities with Fast Brains