Episodes

  • 2104: Are You Addicted To Work? By Dr. Jenny Brockis on Work Addiction

    2104: Are You Addicted To Work? By Dr. Jenny Brockis on Work Addiction
    Jul 5 2026
    Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today’s episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I’ll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It’s packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes and learn more at:⁠ OLDPodcast.com⁠. Episode 2104: Dr. Jenny Brockis explores how the same brain mechanisms that drive other behavioral addictions can turn work into an unhealthy obsession, especially in our hyperconnected world. She explains the warning signs of work addiction and shares four cornerstone habits that help restore balance, improve brain performance, and protect long-term wellbeing. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drjennybrockis.com/2017/5/22/are-you-addicted-to-work/ Quotes to ponder: "The nature of addiction revolves around how the brain perceives pleasure." "What’s not so fine is when the motivation becomes so compelling that we lose sight of how much is enough, and when to stop." "Ironically working too hard is counterproductive to obtaining our goals, because it is the fast track to exhaustion, burnout and an increased risk of mental illness." Episode references: The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business: https://charlesduhigg.com/the-power-of-habit/ World of Warcraft: https://worldofwarcraft.blizzard.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • 2103: Airline Miles and a Good Lesson About Ease AND Branding From the Inside Out by Michael Piperno on Business Identity

    2103: Airline Miles and a Good Lesson About Ease AND Branding From the Inside Out by Michael Piperno on Business Identity
    Jul 4 2026
    Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today’s episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I’ll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It’s packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes and learn more at:⁠ OLDPodcast.com⁠. Episode 2103: Michael Piperno explores two essential business lessons: making communication and customer experiences as easy and frictionless as possible, and building brands from a clear understanding of who they are meant to serve. He shows how clarity, simplicity, and internal alignment create stronger connections, helping businesses avoid confusion and communicate with the people who matter most. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.michaelpiperno.com/airline-miles-and-a-good-lesson-about-ease/ & https://www.michaelpiperno.com/branding-from-the-inside-out/ Quotes to ponder: "When you try to talk to too many audiences, you risk confusing the one you really should be speaking to with great clarity." "Make it easy on yourself and others by taking the time to make things as easy and clear as possible." "Brands evolve as audiences change, competition grows, and new products or services are launched." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 mins
  • 2102: How Hard Do I Actually Work by Tynan on Work Habits

    2102: How Hard Do I Actually Work by Tynan on Work Habits
    Jul 3 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2102: Tynan reflects on how his relationship with work has evolved, from twelve-hour days spent proving to himself that he could work relentlessly to a life focused on efficiency, meaningful projects, and relationships. He explores why periods of intense effort can be transformative, but also why knowing where to direct your energy becomes the more important challenge once hard work itself is no longer the obstacle. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tynan.com/hardwork/ Quotes to ponder: "What’s right for me may not be right for you." "If you want to be a high performer, it’s critical to be able to comfortably work crazy hours without stress." "As always, the key is to evaluate one’s life with a critical eye and to do what’s right for you at the right time." Episode references: Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/ Chain Bridge, Budapest: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sz%C3%A9chenyi_Chain_Bridge Budapest, Hungary: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Budapest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • 2101: How to Complete Your Projects by Karl Staib of Dig to Fly on Productivity Habits

    2101: How to Complete Your Projects by Karl Staib of Dig to Fly on Productivity Habits
    Jul 2 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2101: Karl Staib explores why many talented people struggle to finish what they start and explains how identifying your strengths and weaknesses can help you build the right support system. By surrounding yourself with people whose skills complement your own, you can create better work, enjoy the process more, and bring your ideas to completion. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://digtofly.com/how-to-complete-your-projects/ Quotes to ponder: "You have superpowers that aren’t being used very well because you don’t have the right people around you." "Friends, family, and co-workers can all be very helpful if you give them a chance to help you." "As long as everyone understands the goals, it makes for a much easier time working together." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • 2100: Your Office Worker Mindset Is Destroying Your Chances Of A Successful Life by Carl Pullein on Creating Opportunities

    2100: Your Office Worker Mindset Is Destroying Your Chances Of A Successful Life by Carl Pullein on Creating Opportunities
    Jul 1 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2100: Carl Pullein challenges the traditional belief that a steady job and single paycheck lead to freedom and success, arguing that an “office worker mindset” limits both financial opportunities and personal fulfillment. He encourages embracing creativity, building multiple income streams, and using today’s technology to create a life centered around purpose, flexibility, and the people who matter most. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.carlpullein.com/blog/9inkpeil4870upzhlz4codbb8ohf8t/17/5/2017 Quotes to ponder: "The truth is if you think working for a company, earning a regular salary is going to give you the life and lifestyle you have always dreamed of, you are going to be very very disappointed." "The opportunities to increase our income streams are endless." "Your life is worth so much more than a commute to a 9 till 5 office or factory job Monday to Friday followed by a weekend spent feeling tired and worn out stressing about the week to come." Episode references: The 4-Hour Workweek: https://tim.blog/tim-ferriss-books/#the-4-hour-workweek Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 mins
  • 2099: What To Do When You’re A Workaholic by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner of Making Sense of Cents on Work-Life Balance

    2099: What To Do When You’re A Workaholic by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner of Making Sense of Cents on Work-Life Balance
    Jun 30 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2099: Michelle Schroeder-Gardner shares her experience of working 80 to 100 hours a week and the personal costs that came with being a workaholic. She explores how to identify unhealthy work habits, uncover the reasons behind overworking, and create more balance by setting boundaries, prioritizing relationships, and working more efficiently. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.makingsenseofcents.com/2014/05/what-to-do-when-youre-a-workaholic.html Quotes to ponder: "Being a workaholic isn’t always bad though. You are probably a good worker and you just want to succeed in life." "You need to find a way to put fun things in your schedule because that may be the only way you let yourself do them!" "Most people are not good at multi-tasking and all it means for most people is that you are spending extra time doing something when you shouldn’t." Episode references: Multi-tasking: https://www.apa.org/topics/research/multitasking Finance MBA: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/m/mba.asp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • 2098: 3 Things I Did to Relax When I Was Stressing About Reaching My Goals by Alexander Heyne with Tiny Buddha

    2098: 3 Things I Did to Relax When I Was Stressing About Reaching My Goals by Alexander Heyne with Tiny Buddha
    Jun 29 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2098: Alexander Heyne shares how chasing ambitious goals and rigid timelines left him burned out, anxious, and disconnected from the very passion that once inspired him. By releasing expectations, focusing on daily growth, and letting go of artificial deadlines, he discovered a calmer, more enjoyable path to achieving meaningful success. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tinybuddha.com/blog/stop-setting-hard-deadlines-enjoy-way-goals/?fromterm=5474 Quotes to ponder: “Every day brings a choice: to practice stress or to practice peace.” “When we release expectations and focus on enjoying every day and working our hardest on growth, not madly achieving our goals as quickly as possible, that’s ironically when we reach our goals faster, and with less stress, than ever.” “The expectations I put on myself were crushing me, I thought I would be at a certain benchmark by a certain date, and I hoped I would be somewhere that I currently wasn’t in my business.” Episode references: Tony Robbins: https://www.tonyrobbins.com/ Joan Borysenko: https://www.joanborysenko.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • 2097: Friends Indeed: Four Ways to Leverage Work Relationships to Boost Productivity by Laura Stack of The Productivity Pro

    2097: Friends Indeed: Four Ways to Leverage Work Relationships to Boost Productivity by Laura Stack of The Productivity Pro
    Jun 28 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2097: Laura Stack explores how professional relationships can become powerful productivity multipliers, showing why strong connections with teammates, colleagues, vendors, and outsourced talent often create opportunities that skills alone cannot. By intentionally cultivating and using these relationships, you can gain access to resources, support, and collaboration that help you accomplish far more than you could on your own. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://theproductivitypro.com/blog/2017/10/friends-indeed-four-ways-to-leverage-work-relationships-to-boost-productivity/ Quotes to ponder: "Your workforce is your most valuable asset. The knowledge and skills they have represent the fuel that drives the engine of business, and you can leverage that knowledge." "Your work team is like your workplace family, you depend on each other for support in nearly all things." "When it comes to productivity, your network of talented and hardworking people may prove to be your best resource." Episode references: Upwork: https://www.upwork.com National Speakers Association: https://nsaspeaker.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins