Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal

Ali Abdaal

Dr Ali Abdaal is the world’s most followed productivity expert and author of Feel-Good Productivity, the brand new book that reveals why the secret to productivity isn’t discipline, it’s joy.

  • 1 hour 29 minutes
    How to Stay Focused and Beat Distraction - Nir Eyal

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    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 

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    In today’s episode, I sit down with Nir Eyal to explore the nature of distraction and the journey to becoming "indistractable". We dive into understanding internal triggers, mastering them through practical techniques, and using commitment pacts to stay focused. Nir introduces concepts like the distraction notebook, the difference between traction and distraction, and how to align actions with personal goals. We also discuss managing external triggers, minimising tech and family distractions, and the idea of temptation bundling to combine rewards with tasks. Finally, we touch on the overdiagnosis of ADHD and the importance of following your curiosity.
    Enjoy 🙂

    (00:00) Understanding Distraction and the Human Condition
    (02:48) The Journey to Becoming Indistractable
    (06:06) The Role of Internal Triggers in Distraction
    (08:55) Mastering Internal Triggers: Techniques and Strategies
    (12:11) The Power of Commitment Pacts
    (15:04) Challenging the Concept of Willpower
    (17:51) The Distraction Notebook: Tracking Your Triggers
    (30:21) Understanding Distractions and Taking Action
    (36:58) The Concept of Traction vs. Distraction
    (47:39) Aligning Your Schedule with Your Values
    (53:48) Managing External Triggers and Productivity
    (01:00:33) Managing External Triggers
    (01:02:56) Hacking Distractions from Family
    (01:06:39) Understanding Temptation Bundling
    (01:08:35) The Power of Identity Packs
    (01:12:56) Over-diagnosis of ADHD
    (01:18:06) Finding Time for Writing
    (01:24:03) Embracing Curiosity in Writing

    🔗 CONNECT WITH NIR
    🎥 YouTube Channel
    🐦 X ( Twitter )
    💻 Website
    👥 Linkedin 

    🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI

    🎥 YouTube Channel

    🐦 X ( Twitter )

    📸 Instagram

    💻 Website

    👥 Linkedin


    📄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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    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 🙏


    PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    11 October 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 1 hour 50 minutes
    How Dopamine Shapes Your Habits and Productivity - Tj Power

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    Sponsored by YNAB - visit http://www.ynab.com/abdaal 


    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/H0b_Pdd0


    📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/p... 


    📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast


    In today’s episode, I sit down with TJ Power to explore the roles of dopamine and oxytocin in motivation, satisfaction, and connection. We discuss how modern life affects dopamine systems, impacting motivation and mental health, and share strategies to boost dopamine through effortful activities and oxytocin through meaningful connections. We also cover the benefits of gratitude, social interactions, nature, sleep, and diet on mental health, and delve into managing ADHD, depression, and stress through physical exertion.


    Enjoy 🙂


    (00:00) The Power of Dopamine: Motivation and Satisfaction

    (14:46) Understanding Dopamine's Role in Modern Life

    (29:51) The Importance of Oxytocin: Connection and Relationships

    (54:44) The Importance of Human Connection

    (58:21) Contributions and Acts of Kindness

    (01:00:07) Building a Social Life

    (01:01:59) Self-Connection and Gratitude

    (01:06:10) Understanding Serotonin

    (01:12:14) The Role of Nature in Well-Being

    (01:20:26) The Power of Sleep

    (01:24:15) Navigating Depression and Mood

    (01:28:18) ADHD: A Different Perspective

    (01:32:11) Managing Stress with Endorphins


    🔗 CONNECT WITH TJ

    🎥 YouTube Channel

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    💻 Website 

    👥 Linkedin 


    🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI

    🎥 YouTube Channel

    🐦 X ( Twitter )

    📸 Instagram

    💻 Website

    👥 Linkedin



    📄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 


    🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 

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    🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW 


    If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/


    👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 


    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 🙏


    PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    27 September 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 58 minutes 9 seconds
    A Sales & Marketing Coaching Session with Russell Brunson

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    If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy here 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/deepdive-russell-ptya

    If you want to take things a step further, apply for the Part-Time YouTuber Accelerator here 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/deepdive-russell-ptyx


    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/H0b_Pdd0


    📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/p... 


    📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast


    In today’s episode, I chat with Russell Brunson about the ins and outs of business coaching, focusing on revenue growth, product launches, and community building. We discuss the psychology of pricing, effective marketing strategies, and using customer success stories to drive growth. We also talk about balancing the "math and drama" of entrepreneurship, taking a structured approach to scaling, and the power of webinars and challenges for selling products. Russell shares the importance of having a dedicated team for funnel optimisation and marketing.


    Enjoy 🙂


    (00:00) Business Coaching Session Introduction

    (02:49) Revenue Growth Strategies

    (06:13) Product Launches and Evergreen Models

    (08:58) Community Building and Membership Models

    (12:12) Psychology of Pricing and Sales

    (14:47) Scaling and Team Structure

    (18:06) Math vs. Drama in Business Growth

    (20:51) Effective Marketing Strategies

    (24:04) Webinars vs. Challenges for Selling

    (26:54) Customer Success Stories and Ads

    (30:11) Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways


    🔗 CONNECT WITH RUSSELL

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    👥 Linkedin 


    🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI

    🎥 YouTube Channel

    🐦 X ( Twitter )

    📸 Instagram

    💻 Website

    👥 Linkedin



    📄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 


    🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 

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    🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW 


    If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/


    👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 


    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 🙏


    PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    12 September 2024, 3:00 pm
  • 1 hour 23 minutes
    Chasing Success vs True Fulfilment - Nat Eliason

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    Sponsored by Brilliant - visit https://brilliant.org/DeepDive/ for a 30-day free trial and 20% off Brilliant's annual premium subscription


    If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0b_PD40


    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/H0b_Pdd0


    📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/p... 


    📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast


    In today’s episode, I sit down with Nat Eliason to discuss known costs with unknowable benefits, overcoming short-term bias, and the importance of timing in life decisions. We explore the concept of finite versus infinite games, focusing on long-term fulfilment over short-term gains. Nat also shares insights into his daily writing routine and his book, *Crypto Confidential*, which offers an engaging look into the crypto world.


    Enjoy 🙂


    (00:00) Known Costs with Unknowable Benefits

    (07:11) Overcoming Short-Term Bias

    (13:25) The Timing of Life Decisions

    (25:13) The Value of Standing Social Events

    (38:22) Trusting Your Negative Gut

    (41:11) The Allure of Money

    (42:07) The Dangers of Being Driven by Money

    (43:54) Choosing Long-Term Fulfillment over Short-Term Wins

    (50:35) Balancing Work and Passion in a Daily Routine

    (01:01:55) The Power of Infinite Games

    (01:17:54) Crypto Confidential: A Thrilling and Educational Journey


    🔗 CONNECT WITH NAT

    🐦 X ( Twitter ) 

    📸 Instagram 

    💻 Website 

    👥 Linkedin 


    🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI

    🎥 YouTube Channel

    🐦 X ( Twitter )

    📸 Instagram

    💻 Website

    👥 Linkedin



    📄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 


    🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 

    Apple Podcasts 

    Spotify 

    RSS 


    🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW 


    If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/


    👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 


    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 🙏


    PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    29 August 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 1 hour 2 minutes
    Life’s Meaning Outside of Work - Simone Stolzoff

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    Sponsored by YNAB - visit http://www.ynab.com/abdaal 


    Sponsored by Brilliant - visit https://brilliant.org/DeepDive/ for a 30-day free trial and 20% off Brilliant's annual premium subscription


    If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bLbMy0


    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/H0bLbzc0 


    📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/p... 


    📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast


    In this episode of Deep Dive, I sit down with Simone Stolzoff to explore how work and identity often intertwine, and why it’s essential to find meaning beyond just a job. We talk about the importance of investing in different areas of life, setting realistic expectations for work, and finding fulfilment outside of the career. Tune in for practical tips on how to diversify your identity, prioritise what truly matters, and embrace a balanced approach to life. 🙂


    (00:00) Intro

    (03:15) Work and Identity

    (05:04) The Risks of High Expectations for a Dream Job

    (08:24) Investing in Multiple Identities

    (12:36) Finding Meaning Outside of Work

    (18:41) Evergreen Characteristics

    (28:02) Investing in Physical Health

    (31:28) Developing Identities That Are Valuable to You

    (32:59) The Fulfillment of Work as a Means to an End

    (34:24) The Pressure to Find a Dream Job

    (44:31) Diversifying Your Identity Beyond Work


    🔗 CONNECT WITH SIMONE

    🐦 X ( Twitter ) 

    📸 Instagram 

    💻 Website

    👥 Linkedin

    🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI

    🎥 YouTube Channel

    🐦 X ( Twitter )

    📸 Instagram

    💻 Website

    👥 Linkedin



    📄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 


    🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 

    Apple Podcasts 

    Spotify 

    RSS 


    🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW 


    If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/


    👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 


    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 🙏


    PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    15 August 2024, 4:04 pm
  • 1 hour 15 minutes
    How to make $10k/month from a community - Jordan Godbey

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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/H0bwKcT0 


    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/H0bwKcd0

    If you want to see how Jordan helped us build Productivity Lab, you can find out here 👉 https://growthcommunity.co/ali/


    Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/podcast


    📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bwKnY0


    In today's episode, I discuss with Jordan the process of building a $10,000 per month online business through online communities. We delve into different types of communities, the challenges associated with managing them, the misconception of passive income, and effective pricing strategies for membership programs.

    Enjoy 🙂


    (00:00) Intro

    (01:41) The Path to $10,000 a Month

    (02:38) Solving Existing Problems vs. Creating New Ideas

    (03:36) The Pros and Cons of Online Communities as a Business Model

    (05:30) Different Types of Online Communities

    (09:45) Why People Pay for Online Communities

    (12:05) Peer Communities: Low-Ticket Value from Connection

    (15:18) Proximity Communities: High-Ticket Value from Close Relationships

    (21:32) Community-Powered Courses

    (24:21) Transformational Communities

    (27:42) The Challenges

    (29:36) The Reality of Building and Monetising Online Communities

    (37:18) Designing the Offer 

    (37:48) The Power of Accountability 

    (45:00) Value-Based Pricing and Transformation

    (54:36) Navigating the Emotional Aspects of Pricing

    (58:18) Aligning Incentives with Recurring Revenue

    (01:02:06) Different Pricing Models for Different Audiences



    🔗 CONNECT WITH JORDAN

    🐦 X ( Twitter )

    💻 Website

    👥 Linkedin


    🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI

    🎥 YouTube Channel

    🐦 X ( Twitter )

    📸 Instagram

    💻 Website

    👥 Linkedin



    📄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 


    🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 

    Apple Podcasts 

    Spotify 

    RSS 


    🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW 


    If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/


    👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 


    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 🙏


    PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    1 August 2024, 11:00 am
  • 1 hour 48 minutes
    Success Beyond Money: Joe Hudson

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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/H0bnK_g0 


    📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/podcast 


    📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bnL4J0


    In today's episode, I chat with Joe Hudson about success, money, and fulfilment. We discuss having a purpose beyond money, the role of joy in success, and how emotions affect decisions. Joe shares insights on self-awareness, spirituality, and parenting, emphasizing the importance of listening to oneself and valuing connection. We end with advice for those turning 30: embrace the changes that come with age. Enjoy!


    (00:00) The Relationship Between Success, Money, and Fulfillment

    (05:23) The Importance of Enjoyment in Achieving Success

    (08:13) The Role of Emotions in Decision-Making

    (13:29) Developing Emotional Fluidity

    (28:23) Balancing Financial Security and Passion

    (37:06) Tools for Accessing and Releasing Emotions

    (38:04) The Impact of Childhood Experiences on Emotional Expression

    (39:32) The Role of Emotional Support in Relationships

    (40:58) Dropping Defensiveness and Being Present with Emotions

    (46:14) Exploring and Releasing Guilt and Shame

    (01:02:05) Enlightenment as an Expansion of Self and Time

    (01:13:56) Listening to Yourself and Following Your Wants

    (01:15:21) Connection Over Perfection

    (01:18:07) Embracing Vulnerability and Open-Heartedness

    (01:21:22) Hand-in-Hand Parenting for Emotional Processing

    (01:24:33) The Seven Key Factors for Success and Fulfillment

    (01:46:20) Embracing the Softening with Age



    🔗 CONNECT WITH JOE

    🎥 YouTube Channel

    🐦 X ( Twitter )

    📸 Instagram

    💻 Website

    🎙️Podcast


    🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI

    🎥 YouTube Channel

    🐦 X ( Twitter )

    📸 Instagram

    💻 Website

    👥 Linkedin



    📄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 


    🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 

    Apple Podcasts 

    Spotify 

    RSS 


    🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW 


    If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/


    👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 


    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 🙏


    PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    25 July 2024, 4:00 am
  • 1 hour 56 minutes
    Lessons from 17 Years of Podcasting - Jordan Harbinger

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    GIVEAWAY: We've hit 500,000 subscribers 🎉 To say thank you we're giving away a bunch of special prizes 🎁 To enter hit the link (it's free!) 👉  http://aliabdaal.com/win-the-deep-dive-bundle


    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/H0bg4kh0 


    Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bg4mq0 


    📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bg4pb0


    In today's episode, I sit down with Jordan Harbinger. We explore topics such as imposter syndrome, the passion vs. money debate, and the importance of building relationships for career success.

    He also shares his journey from law to podcasting and how following his curiosity brought him fulfilment. Enjoy 🙂


    (00:00) Intro

    (12:16) Imposter Syndrome and the Pressure of Competition

    (21:33) Passion vs Financial Success

    (35:11) Building Relationships

    (38:36) Helping Others without Expecting Anything in Return

    (38:58) Transitioning from Law to Podcasting

    (54:31) Avoiding Lifestyle Creep

    (58:24) Following Curiosity over Dollars

    (01:02:11) The Freedom of Podcasting

    (01:09:36) Financial Freedom and Values

    (01:14:49) Prioritising Safety and Happiness

    (01:18:09) Navigating the Unpredictability of Parenting

    (01:22:31) Balancing Career and Family

    (01:26:49) The Role of Money in Parenting

    (01:35:16) Prioritising Family Time and Experiences

    (01:45:22) Considering the Impact of Children on Your Career



    🔗 CONNECT WITH JORDAN

    🎥 YouTube Channel

    🐦 X ( Twitter )

    📸 Instagram

    💻 Website

    👥 Linkedin


    🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI

    🎥 YouTube Channel

    🐦 X ( Twitter )

    📸 Instagram

    💻 Website

    👥 Linkedin



    📄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 


    🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 

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    If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/


    👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 


    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 🙏


    PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    18 July 2024, 6:31 am
  • 1 hour 48 minutes
    How to Master your Nervous System for Productivity and Joy - Jonny Miller

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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.

    GIVEAWAY: We've hit 500,000 subscribers 🎉 To say thank you we're giving away a bunch of special prizes 🎁 To enter hit the link (it's free!) 👉  http://aliabdaal.com/win-the-deep-dive-bundle

    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/H0b7n0m0 


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    📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0b7n1Y0


    In today's episode, I sit down with Jonny Miller to explore the importance of understanding and regulating the nervous system to enhance productivity, joy, and overall well-being. Jonny shares his personal journey through grief and how it led him to study the nervous system.

    We talk about emotional debt, the importance of emotion processing, and much more.

    Enjoy! :)


    (01:18) Understanding the Nervous System
    (06:11) Practical Strategies for Shifting States
    (09:25) Emotional Fluidity
    (10:52) Decision-Making and Emotions
    (14:09) Balancing Responsibility for Emotions
    (19:45) Exploring Triggers and Emotional Debt
    (23:39) Challenging Stoicism
    (30:06) Emotional Regulation Techniques
    (35:19) Triggers 
    (43:05) Grief as a Catalyst for Personal Growth
    (47:57) Exploring Meditation and Breath-work
    (01:14:14) Vulnerability and Connection
    (01:15:12) The Benefits of Men's Groups
    (01:18:00) Shifting Mindset and Ambition with Age
    (01:19:26) The Pursuit of Safety and Progress
    (01:31:57) The Experimental Mindset in Finding What Works


    🔗 CONNECT WITH JONNY
    🫁  Nervous System Mastery
    🎥  YouTube
    🐦  X (Twitter)
    🎙  Podcast
    👥  Linkedin 


    🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI

    🎥 YouTube Channel

    🐦 X ( Twitter )

    📸 Instagram

    💻 Website

    👥 Linkedin


    📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT

    Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
    🖊  Free Nervous System Self-Assessment - assessment.nsmastery.com
    🏔️ Playbook for Starting a Men’s Group: https://bit.ly/mens-group-playbook
    📚 Meditation Book Recommendation: ‘The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young: https://a.co/d/8dhbHEt


    🎙 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 


    🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 

    Apple Podcasts 

    Spotify 

    RSS 


    🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW 


    If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/


    👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 


    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 🙏


    PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    11 July 2024, 4:00 am
  • 1 hour 48 minutes
    The Pursuit of Wealth: Barista to Billionaire - Andrew Wilkinson

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    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/H0b1Wpd0


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

    Amazon

    Website


    Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0b1WqQ0 


    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



    🔗 CONNECT WITH ANDREW

    📖 Andrew’s New Book

    🐦 X (Twitter)

    👥 Linkedin 


    🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI

    🎥 YouTube Channel

    🐦 X ( Twitter )

    📸 Instagram

    💻 Website

    👥 Linkedin


    📄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 


    🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 

    Apple Podcasts 

    Spotify 

    RSS 


    🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW 


    If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/


    👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 


    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 🙏


    PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    4 July 2024, 4:00 am
  • 2 hours 3 minutes
    How to Make $10k/Month as a Writer - Nicolas Cole

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    ✍️ 5 Steps To Become A Premium Ghostwriter 👉 https://premiumghostwritingblueprint.com/?el=ColeInterview2&htrafficsource=Ali_YT

    Sponsored by Brilliant - visit https://brilliant.org/DeepDive/ and the first 200 of you will get 20% off Brilliant's annual premium subscription.

    Sponsored by Hostinger. Go to https://www.hostinger.com/aliabdaal and use the code ALIABDAAL to get 10% off your own website and domain.


    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/H09Xc-40


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

    Amazon

    Website


    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


    🔗 CONNECT WITH NICOLAS
    🎥 YouTube Channel
    🐦 X (Twitter)
    📸 Instagram
    💻 Website


    🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI

    🎥 YouTube Channel

    🐦 X ( Twitter )

    📸 Instagram

    💻 Website

    👥 Linkedin


    📄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 


    🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE 

    Apple Podcasts 

    Spotify 

    RSS 


    🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW 


    If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/


    👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH 


    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 🙏


    PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    27 June 2024, 4:00 am
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