Unfrazzle
A podcast for solo business owners who have a big, exciting vision and loads of ideas.
Each week I share bitesize insights to help you stop faffing and stay focused, so you can feel on it, finish your brilliant ideas and make a bigger impact in the world. All episodes are under 10-minutes, so I hope you can find a moment to Unfrazzle every week.
Grab a cuppa, scroll through the episodes below and join me, as we step away from the hustle and find a kinder, more sustainable approach to productivity.
I’m back! Thank you for sticking around whilst I took a break from the podcast to recharge my batteries. In this week’s episode I share what I learnt during my time away. If you’ve ever felt out of whack in your business or your life, I hope this helps.
This week’s episode of Unfrazzle is a little different, as I share a personal update to explain why I’m taking a short break from recording this podcast.
Never fear, though – I’ll be back soon!
Have you ever had a week where events seemed to be conspiring against you, and everything you’d hoped to get done went flying out the window?
In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share a time when that happened to me, and how I navigated all the frustration, irritation and guilt!
Is the idea of slow productivity appealing to you, or does it make you feel like you’re going to fall behind? In this episode of Unfrazzle, I share what I mean when I talk about slow productivity, and why it can actually help you get stuff done faster.
Just because I help people get stuff done for a living, doesn’t mean I never procrastinate! Today I ‘fess up about times I caught myself procrastinating, what I learnt as a result, and how that can help you get out of procrastination and back into focus more quickly.
When you run your own business and you’re wearing all the hats, it’s inevitable that some of the things you have to do are about as exciting as watching paint dry. In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I suggest a way to motivate yourself to do the boring stuff.
It can be hard to shake off the idea that to be a proper, successful business owner we should be glued to our desks 9-5. But does that actually work for you? In today’s episode I encourage you to follow your natural energy highs and lows to design working days that feel good.
Behind every offer you see being promoted out in the world, there’s a small business owner just like you, taking risks and figuring it out as they go. In today’s episode of Unfrazzle I share the messy middle of Make It Happen Club, and the sometimes tricky process of working out what felt good for me and my clients. I hope it helps you stick with it if things are feeling tricky right now!
Have you ever heard the phrase ‘ambiguity is the enemy of execution’? It’s true! In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle we talk about what’s at risk when you’re not crystal clear about the next step you need to take to move a project forward.
We all know that the key to being more productive is spending more time on what truly matters and less time on what doesn’t. But when you’re in the thick of it, how do you tell the difference? In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share some tips to help you know what’s most important so you can be sure you’re investing your precious time, energy and attention wisely.
We all know that the key to being more productive is spending more time on what truly matters and less time on what doesn’t. But when you’re in the thick of it, how do you tell the difference? In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share some tips to help you know what’s most important so you can be sure you’re investing your precious time, energy and attention wisely.
This week’s Unfrazzle is a little different! As well as talking about how to get out of an overwhelm loop, I invite you to join me for a workshop on 6th March. It’s an opportunity to dive in together more deeply, so you can make practical changes that’ll keep you taking the right action at the right time.
When you’re a solo business owner, it’s inevitable that sometimes life will get in the way of your productivity. What do you do when that happens? In this episode I share how it IS possible to navigate those tricky times with ease, and still get what’s important done.
What’s your response when someone like me suggests it’s ok to take a break in the middle of your working day? If you’ve ever wanted to bop someone on the nose for telling you to take a break when you’re busy, this week’s episode of Unfrazzle is for you!
Having a strong work ethic is usually considered a positive thing in our society. After all, the opposite of that is laziness, right? In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share why a strong work ethic can actually be a problem when you’re a solo business owner, and suggest a different approach that’ll keep you topped up with inspiration and that doesn’t make you lazy!
Do you love the energy of a new idea, but run out of oomph before you get it out in the world, resulting in lots of half-finished projects? In this week’s episode I share a common reason why that happens, and what you can do about it.
In this week’s episode I share what happened on the day I realised I needed to stop being such a wuss. That moment happened three and a half years ago, but it’s not old news - it’s still the thing that motivates me to keep going, even when things feel hard.
Happy new year! There can be a lot of pressure to hit the ground running at this time of year, but is that right for you right now? In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I encourage you to take a moment to consider how you want your January to feel. Are you giving yourself what you need?
Whether you’re rushing around trying to get everything done, heading into hibernation-mode, getting ready for fun festive frolics or readying yourself for travel, the mantra I share in this episode of Unfrazzle is for you.
It happens every year. The bombardment of ‘new year new you’ messages designed to get us believing that if we just buy xxxx thing, all our problems will be solved. In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share why I’m not buying it, why a shiny new planner might not actually be the answer to your prayers, and what it really takes to get organised in 2024.
What if taking action was actually getting in the way of your productivity? In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share why there’s more to getting stuff done than meets the eye. And why too much doing could actually be holding you back.
Over the years I’ve seen way too many brilliant projects and ideas stuck on the backburner when they should be making an impact out in the world. In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share the cycle many business owners get stuck in that leaves them surrounded by half-finished projects. Does it feel familiar to you too?
When you started your business, did you imagine you’d spend every day rushing from one thing to the next to the next? It’s easy to fall into that pattern, particularly when you’re full of brilliant ideas and there’s loads you want to be doing in the world. This week’s episode of Unfrazzle is a gentle invitation to consider what you’re missing when you’re always in a hurry.
We’re all very good at spotting when things aren’t working, but are you paying enough attention to what DOES work? In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I challenge you to counter your in-built negativity bias and see what that does for your productivity.
When things don’t go according to plan and you’re behind where you wanted to be, do you feel like you need to catch up? In today’s episode of Unfrazzle I explain why I don’t think that’s helpful, and what you can do instead.
It can be hard to stay on track when life throws you a curveball. So what do you do when emotions are running high? Hide under your duvet and wait for it to pass, or do your best to recalibrate. In this episode I share why it’s ok if things don’t go according to plan, and how two heads are often better than one.
Have you ever sat down to work on something for a few hours and felt disappointed with what you had to show for it? Me too! Frustrating as it is, sometimes we have to wade through the mud to get to the treasure. In this episode I share some tips to keep you moving forward, even when things feel tough.
Is your work creeping into your evenings, stopping you from switching off and being present for life outside of your business? In today’s episode I invite you to create your very own evening ritual, and share some ideas to get you started.
Have you ever thought that your natural skills and talents aren’t good enough? Envied the people who are brilliant at the things you find impossible? In this episode I share what happened when I found out I’m boring, and why we can’t all be geniuses at everything!
Want to be more productive this year but not sure where to start? I’ve got you! In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share an alternative to new years’ resolutions so you can ditch the busy work and have an on-purpose 2024.