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Cem & Wayne
Powerful Nonsense is a weekly podcast for young entrepreneurs, side-preneurs and creatives. Cem & Wayne's weekly discussions and interviews will give you ACTIONBLE steps for getting ahead in the digital economy. We want this podcast to support students, graduates and anyone else in adapting to the digital economy, one which rewards those who are passionate about pursuing their dreams, constantly learning and making a positive change for themselves and others. Our fortnightly discussions will deliver explore areas such as starting an online business, improving your techno literacy, education, employment, entrepreneurship, self growth, creativity, happiness, productivity, mindfulness and motivation. Yes all of that!
This podcast tackles entrepreneurship from a grass roots level.
In this special episode for these unusual times, Cem and Wayne discuss the effects of the coronavirus both now and more importantly, the future. We talk about the impact of the covid-19 outbreak on the general population, small businesses, freelancers and entrepreneurs
In this episode, Cem and Wayne return for their annual year in review, looking back at the rollercoaster of adulting that is 2019! Also, they both address the elephant in the room and explain why the Powerful Nonsense podcast feed has been so quiet throughout the majority of the year....
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss the success of Black Mirror’s Bandersnatch and how interactive tv may improve our experience of films, tv and possibly retail.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne riff on a new invention called FocusMate which helps you to overcome procrastination then working from home by having a stranger watch over you on webcam to make sure you’re getting on with the task at hand!
Reference: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-46624137
In this episode, Cem and Wayne take a look back at 2018 and audit some of the highs and lows. We put together some lessons learned and create a vision and theme for the New Year ahead!
In this episode, Cem and Wayne share a few thoughts on personal branding after being asked about whether someone in the medical profession really needs a personal brand at our recent Q&A workshop in Northampton Uni.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss how the future of hiring will involve robots and AI and why your interview answers won’t be the only thing being scrutinised!
Reference: https://www.wsj.com/articles/its-time-for-your-job-interview-youll-be-talking-to-yourself-1543418495
In this episode, Cem and Wayne stopped by at The University of Northampton’s Alumni event to answer students questions and share some of their learnings since graduation.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne stopped by at The University of Northampton’s Alumni event to answer students questions and share some of their learnings since graduation.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why pick-and-mix subscriptions services are booming amongst time strapped commitment adverse millennials whether it travel with Uber, takeaway deliveries with Deliveroo or food shopping with Amazon Prime.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why lowering the price of "softer" degrees could either open up competition between universities forcing them to improve their value for money but could also create a two-tier system with "lower status" subjects being frowned upon by higher priced degrees such as the sciences.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss if our phone addictions are getting worst with a detrimental effect or whether our reliance on technology is just an evolution in how we function as humans.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss whether co-living is the natural progression for millennials who want more from their accommodation redefining the way they live, work and play!
In this episode, Cem and Wayne try to help you make the decision on which one of your many ideas your should pursue. We explain why practicality and gut feeling will often nudge you in the right direction and why procrastinating on an idea can be down to a lack of confidence or just an idea you don't truly believe in!
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss the future of retirement for millennials and whether retiring early is a realistic expectation or does it make more sense to have “retirement experiences” throughout your working career.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why millennials are making an active effort to stay single in a bid to get that all important me time.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss whether employees should be paid for doing out of work emails or is this just another push in the direction of France’s ‘Right to Disconnect’ law?
In this episode, Cem and Wayne riff on why keyboard warriors and internet do-gooders often don’t have the influential impact they hope to based on the latest research. From fake news to that one annoying friend on Facebook we cover all bases in this weeks episode of Powerful Nonsense.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss the recent news that trade unions wants to push for a four day work week. We explain what the implications may be for businesses and the wellness and productivity benefits that employees could experience.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why trying to please everyone is detrimental to your long term happiness. We explain why we all desire to be liked and why that makes your vulnerable to be taken advantage of but also to pass up on opportunities in our lives.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne answer the question, “Is a creative career realistic?” We explain why it takes time to gain enough talent and experience to live solely off of your creativity. We also discuss why real artists don’t starve if you develop high demand skills that will help to fund your creative pursuits as well as cover your lifestyle costs.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne give explain why freelancing isn’t always what it’s cracked up to be. We discuss why freelancing, especially at the start, means being every element of the business and why the benefits usually come with time and experience.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne give some simple tips and tricks on how to optimise your energy so you can get more done. We share both psychological and biological ways to keep your energy tank topped up and energy vampires at bay!
In this episode, Cem and Wayne pose the question, “What are you getting better at?” Hold of stagnation and improve your mental health by making positive progression a daily habit.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne share some practical advice on finding out what you enjoy and why your passions may develop over time as your experience more things.
In the Minisode Monday Episode, Cem and Wayne discuss if there's a right or wrong time to have a Gap Yah!
In this episode, Cem and Wayne explain why the career ladder no longer exists amongst millennials who are changing jobs more frequently than any other generation. We also discuss why being realistic could be stunting your ambition and why a cashless society is closer than we think.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne get excited by the trillions of inheritance money set trickle down into the millennial generation! We explain why financial planning is the conversation all millennials should be having with their parents. In tech news, we delve into the future of health care and why our children will be growing up integrated with multiple AI devices and what implications that may have to longevity. We round the episode up by asking, "Why are millennials such bad tippers!" Tune in to find out.
In this "what are you up to?" episode, Cem and Wayne share what's going on in their lives both personally and from a business / freelance perspective, whether it's outsourcing to tackle overwhelm or scheduling in time to unwind and recover you'll get an insight into why your effort needs to match your ambition on your creative or entrepreneurial journey.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss if side-hustles are disrupting your day job and should be banned by managers. We also explore whether prohibiting the mobile phone in schools is the right move for already disengaged students.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why better business ethics come from smarter consumer spending. We share our thoughts on Instagram TV and how it can be the perfect platform for building out your personal brand!
In this episode, Cem and Wayne defend millennials against the constant negative portrayal they get in media. We also explain why millennials are on track to be the first generation to be less healthy and happy than our parents by the time we reach middle age.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why studies says millennials are in fact less entrepreneurial and fail more often but over half still think they will become millionnaires in their lifetime. We also decode why millennials are skipping breakfast in favour of brunch!
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why traditional interviews don't work for millennials and why employees need to focus on extracting information about their attitudes and motivations rather than academic credentials. We also discuss the real reasons why millennials are finding it so hard to fly the nest and what parents can do to help them.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss how employers can control their entitled millennials, why Siri Shortcuts will improve your laziness by 50% and how Youtube can make you a better adult.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why giving young people £10,000 may not be the answer to the current housing crisis and in this weeks tech news we discuss whether convincing chat bots will be booking your diner date in the very near future!
In this episode, Cem and Wayne catch up on their latest struggles, whether it's figuring out when to leverage technology or hiring staff, the overlooked cost of doing everything yourself or auditing your spending when your lifestyle costs begin to creep up!
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In this episode, we discuss the changing values of millennials males. Will Snapchat spectacles 2.0 do any better the second time around and in this week millennials killed... We ask, "Do millennials really need a living room?" Tune in to find out!
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why millennials are so afraid to start over from scratch and why that is mostly down to extrinsic reasons aka what other people may think or how they may perceive you. We explain why starting over can actually be the most brave decision you can make but also the most rewarding in the long run.
References Available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/212
In this episode, Cem and Wayne explain why more and more millennials want control over their lives by taking up freelance opportunities. How high tech surveillance may change out society as well as track our emotional states. Finally, could your home security give you feedback on your relationship? Find out in this weeks episode of Powerful Nonsense!
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why we need to develop grit to pursue our entrepreneurial or creative dreams. We share why chasing a life on your terms may involve a lot less glamour than expected especially early on and why always being accountable to your effort will help you to keep your skin in the game!
References Available At:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/210
In this episode, Cem and Wayne decide whether job hopping makes you look flakey or ambitious, we also ask the question, "would you store your memories digitally with fatal consequences?" Join us technophiles for another techsploration into the future!
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss just how much millennials are spending on rent up to the age of thirty. We question whether technology is stealing our attention and messing with our brains and finally we finish up with asking whether millennials killing things is just an example of inefficient items and industries getting their ethics exposed or becoming outdated!
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne explain why rocking your socks off to heavy metal can improve your mental health. We break down the rise and cause of quarter-life crisis among millennials and the political implications of 5G connectivity on tech and our health!
References Available at:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/207
In this episode, Cem and Wayne are universities 'ripping off' students and why their future will rely heavily on home grown influencers and their experiential nature. We discuss why millennials are bringing back the milkman in a bid to cut down on plastic consumption and we give a brief reviews of Gary Vaynerchuck's latest book, Crushing It!
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne find out how much millennials are to paying to live and home with mum and day, why 12% of millennials would happily date a robot and why the future of the doorbell hang in the balance!
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss reasons why we are set to be the fattest generation and it may have nothing to do with their food choices! Why selfie taking highlights loneliness and why marriage is dying amongst millennials.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why parents could be damaging millennial money mindsets by paying for their rent and/or Netflix. Would you text your dead friend? We talk AI from beyond the grave and finally, is caffeine to blame for your constant tiredness?
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne defend the gig economy after the backlash stating that it is the "mass exploitation of workers." We discuss why you should see the 'gig economy' as another word for 'freelancing,' why it can lead to better business acumen and why perceived instability can actually lead to greater freedom and control over your life and income. We also talk about some new autonomous tech you won't want to miss out on!
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In this new style of episode, Cem and Wayne discuss whether Facebook should go ahead with a dislike button, why deepfake technology is raising the debate in online ethics and why big retailers such as Costco will go bust if they don't take millennial buying habits more seriously.
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In the episode, to celebrate our 200th episode Cem and Wayne decide to quiz each other asking 100 questions a piece both funny and deep to delve into their passions, childhood, fears, future plans and much more. It's a marathon but you'll come away feeling a little closer to your podcast hosts!
More info at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/episode-200/
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss whether you have the tenacity to go all. We explain why limitless motivation can only be tapped into with an emotionally appealing purpose, why grunt work needs to become second nature and how our drive to do requires some deep self awareness.
References Available at:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/199
In this episode, Cem and Wayne break down a recent viral article about a hotel who has banned social media influencers. In this conversation we explain how not to pitch yourself to potential clients, figuring out your value proposition and why the dream to become an influencer may be wrecking the millennial brand!
References Available at:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/198
In this episode, Cem and Wayne question why what you may think makes your seem cool could be the exact reason why people avoid you! Whether it's choosing the right emoji to accompany a passive aggressive text or your inability to respect peoples personal space on public transport this episode will stop your from coming across to others as a bit of a d*ck.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why embracing what techies refer to as a SPRINT (working in highly focused bursts) will help supercharge your productivity in 2018. By breaking your big ideas down into short-term goals and blocking out time complete them you'll create an ongoing sense of accomplishment and move forward in whatever you're hoping to achieve this year.
References Available at:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/196
In this episode, Wayne gets ranty and Cem tries to control him after we review the Future of Work Commission report realised recently. We cover everything from whether schools should prioritise creativity and interpersonal skills alongside digital and tech-related skills, the need for universal lifelong learning and the ethics of modern education. Be aware, F bombs are in abundance.
References Available at:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/195
In this episode, Cem and Wayne explain the importance of being intentional about what you want to achieve in 2018 by starting out with the end in mind. We discuss why making your goals detailed, measurable, and meaningful will make you more likely to succeed. We also challenge you to set a 'theme' for your year and why it's good practice to do so.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne mull over our year unpacking our successes and failures and any lessons we can take from them. We also set expectations for the New Year and give some practical tips for making sure your 2018 deliver on your ambitions.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne riff on some more Millennial news including why Saturday jobs are less popular among teenagers and what implications that may have on work ethic and why millennials are choosing expensive experiential holidays over saving for their first home.
References Available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/192
In this episode, Cem and Wayne decipher their own thought patterns when it comes to mitigating risk. We explain why figuring out how much risk you can afford both monetary and in sunk time often makes it easier to finally take action as well as understanding that tolerance to risk changes based on positive or negative experiences.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss ways in which you can reach out to anyone online or in person by being genuinely interested in them. We explain why 'networking' as we know it is often too clinical and why being comfortable within yourself makes you more attractive.
References Available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/190
In this episode, Cem and Wayne explain how you can avoid overwhelm starting with lowering your expectations of yourself. We discuss how setting personal boundaries inoculates you from other people demands and how controlling your environment and reducing the flow of informations gives you the bandwidth the focus on what really matters.
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We’re back with another Newsjack episode making sense of the latest Millennial news. In this episode we discuss whether or not millennials would be willing to rent their clothes from high-street retailers, why our sandwich addiction is breaking the bank and finally how to diagnose if you’re suffering from a ‘quarter life crisis!’
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne explain how you can turn you job into something that works for you and your ideal lifestyle and not exclusively your boss'. We delve into why your value and charisma can give you leverage in negotiations and why treating your boss as a client can often give you the emotional distance to ask for what you truly want. If your life supplements your job and you'd rather it be the other way around, this episode is for you!
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In this episode, entitled millennials Cem and Wayne debate whether the excessive time spent on our smartphones is actually a good thing! We discuss the positive side of our reliance on smartphones and how connection, convenience and capitalising on the abundance of knowledge and technological advancements is the only way forward.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne riff on some of the latest millennial news, discussing everything from the UK not being ready for the fourth industrial revolution to why millennials are going freelance in their droves for improved wellbeing and financial security through portfolio careers and side hustles. Will employer make the right workplace changes quick enough to hold onto their talent?
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne break down the four ingredients needed to become more resilient. We explain why resilience is an ongoing practice and is part of the development process and why believing you are in control of an outcome can be the most powerful mindset you can adopt.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne riff on some of the latest millennial news, whether it's moving back in with the rents to chase your dreams, lacking action in the bedroom or going cold turkey from social media we cover it all!
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne speak with Kyle Winey author of Hackiversity to discuss why our approach to university has to change in order to it relevant to today's fast moving economy. We cover why networking may be more valuable than your end grades, why technological trends should sway your degree choices and how self awareness is the cornerstone to eventually living a life on your terms post university.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne speak with Kyle Winey author of Hackiversity to discuss why our approach to university has to change in order to it relevant to today's fast moving economy. We cover why networking may be more valuable than your end grades, why technological trends should sway your degree choices and how self awareness is the cornerstone to eventually living a life on your terms post university.
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In part one of our interview with Chartered Financial Planner and fellow podcaster Pete Matthew, we discuss everything millennial should be doing to build their wealth in order to live their desired lifestyle. We discuss everything from student loans, pensions, investing, buying your first home and whether avocado toast and coffee are really to blame for keeping us broke!
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In part one of our interview with Chartered Financial Planner and fellow podcaster Pete Matthew, we discuss everything millennial should be doing to build their wealth in order to live their desired lifestyle. We discuss everything from student loans, pensions, investing, buying your first home and whether avocado toast and coffee are really to blame for keeping us broke!
References Available At:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/179
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss whether or not we should embrace the next wave of AI after Elon Musk (Tesla) and Mark Zuckerburg (Facebook) latest riff. Will this next industrial revolution spearheaded by AI give us the intelligence and productivity boost we want or will it simply out smart us, influence our beliefs and hold us hostage to our own deficiencies.
References Available at:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/178
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss if Millennials are suffering from entitlement complex or whether they are simply more ambitious than previous generations causing them to stand up for what they believe society and themselves deserves.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne delve into why many of us feel like we have fallen short when it comes to our lives and careers. We explore why quarter life crisis are becoming more common amongst millennials and why we need to be open to change if we’re not getting the results we’d hoped for.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne explore some of the future-proof skillsets required for the changing landscape of work. We discuss which skills may have the most income potential as well as the fun in learning new things freely or cheaply just because you can.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne ponder our human need for freedom or the illusion of freedom. We explain why we put money on a pedestal for gaining control over our lives but often it's knowing and taking responsibility for your current situation and becoming aware that you are in the driving seat of your life that brings the most opportunity and life satisfaction.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne tackle the only person holding you back in your life... YOU. We discuss what it takes to start backing yourself and why patience and kindness will help you sustain your enthusiasm for whatever it is you want to pursue.
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In this episode Cem and Wayne ask whether you're doing enough for YOURSELF. In a world where other peoples agendas are often overpowering, we give some practical advice on topping up that all needed ME time.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne debunk some of the self-help nonsense out there and why taking it too literally could actually be the reason why you're not getting what you want out of life.
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Do you need more time? Want to improve your health or just want to spend less time do things you dislike? Outsourcing may be your saviour! In this episode, Cem and Wayne will share some practical ways you can outsource all aspects of your life from what you eat to how much you save using online platforms, low cost software and new artificial intelligence.
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With more people dipping their toes into the gig economy, Cem and Wayne give some practical advice on balancing financial stability with flexibility, exploring where your greatest value lies and maintaining a sustainable routine around your side gigs.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne riff on the ever growing influences social media plays in our lives, everything from where we choose to travel to how good we feel about ourselves. Are you letting social media pull the strings in your life?
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why millennials would rather spend their money on experiences today rather than saving for tomorrow. We break down why millennials may never buy their own home and why maybe they shouldn't. How increasing your value through investing in your education or starting a business is your best option for increasing your income and why you should plan out your ideal lifestyle to guide your financial decisions.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why we put so much pressure on ourselves to make the RIGHT career choice. We explain why life doesn't happen in straight lines, how loss aversion keeps us from trying something new and why progression in any direction is often better than stagnating!
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In this episode Cem and Wayne sit down with Author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People and TED speaker Vanessa Van Edwards. We discuss everything from how to immediately connect with anyone, why your body language influences how you appeal to others and what your social media profiles may secretly be saying about you!
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne share some practical ways to build a following, find your target customers or just increase your network using simple yet effective tactics on social media.
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In the episode, Cem and Wayne riff on a recent statistic stating that millennials are the LEAST entrepreneurial generation and why this may be. Are we the generation with just too many options to do anything about it?
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why some people think of themselves as victims that have little or no control over their lives and why this can lead to inaction. Instead, we propose people take responsibility for themselves and create a commitment to moving forward.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne look at how millennials can align work with their life goals to create that elusive work life balance and integration we all so desperately want.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why loyalty especially in the workplace is no longer a viable option for millennials who are often underpaid, undervalued and find themselves job hopping for pay rises but also an opportunity to find meaning in their work.
References Available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/why-loyalty-is-over-rated/
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss whether virtual reality will make use better more empathetic humans or will it become the ultimate medium for propaganda on steroids!
References Available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/can-virtual-reality-make-you-a-better-person/
In this episode, Cem and Wayne break down six ways you can improve your financial situation today but also build better money habits for the future.
References Available At: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/how-to-overcome-the-millennial-pay-gap/
In this episode, Cem and Wayne ponder our esoteric need to find meaning in a world of exponential connectivity. We discuss why millennials crave impact at work and how a lack of meaning often leads to neurosis.
References Available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/does-your-life-lack-meaning/
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why 64% of millennials report feeling overwhelmed at work daily and why the “Snackification” of mealtimes is growing amongst Millennials who are feeling more and more deprived of time.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne explore the inevitability of set backs in life and how you can learn to overcome them instead of being overwhelmed and debilitated by them.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss how big data is getting bigger with or without your permission! Whether it's your smart TV listening in on your living room conversations or Facebook predicting if you're feeling suicidal the algorithms are getting smarter but at who's expense.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss some recent research that claims that a third of millennials suffer from imposter syndrome in the workplace. We explore where that may come from and what can be done to tackle it.
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In this weeks episode, Cem and Wayne talk Snapchat and whether their new Spectacles have the capability of going mainstream or will this be yet another wearable tech dud! We also take a look at Youtube's new TV offering and if it can really take on the big players in the entertainment space.
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In this episode, Powerful Nonsense listener Adam Persona-Wright sits down one-on-one with Wayne for a candid interview to ask the questions not yet answered.
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In this episode, Powerful Nonsense listener Adam Persona-Wright sits down one-on-one with Cem for a candid interview to ask the questions not yet answered.
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In this episode, we discuss why young loneliness is writhe amongst millennial and why stress and technology can explain why they're getting less action beneath the sheets the baby boomer generation.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why coding is not the answer to education's creativity crisis and list some practical solutions that could help get them back on track.
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In this episode, Cem And Wayne geek out on how you can systemise your life using free software, services or just your smartphone. We discuss how AI, smart homes and wearable tech will not only free up more time in the future but also make us better human beings.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss some technological news including, whether parents should be fined for sharing photos of their children online, employees rights to disconnect after working hours and the tragic story about the young girl who committed suicide on Facebook Live.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne take a look back at 2016, the good, the bad and the ugly and what they hope to achieve in 2017. This is a honest conversation around work, relationships and YOU which may help to make this year the best one yet.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne unpack Simon Sinek’s viral rant on Millennials In The Workplace and why it has struck a cord with so many young people who are feeling disenfranchised with the current system.
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Simon Sinek on Millennials in the Workplace https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hER0Qp6QJNU
SELF-ESTEEM, GRATIFICATION & ADDICTION | Simon Sinek on London Real https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMEqLzWrMIo
Dopamine & Social Media https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/brain-wise/201209/why-were-all-addicted-texts-twitter-and-google
BOOK: Punished by Rewards: The Trouble with Gold Stars, Incentive Plans, A's, Praise and Other Bribes http://amzn.to/2j8UFon
Why millennials would rather start a business than work for you http://www.tech.london/news/why-millennials-would-rather-start-a-business-than-work-for-you
In this episode, what should have been a last minute fob off to our most popular episode to date ends up turning into a little riff about Christmas time. Be warned, you will not be educated but you may be entertained. Merry Crimbo!
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Iceland Yule Lads: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yule_Lads
Iceland Frozen Foods https://www.iceland.co.uk/our-food/
Malt og Applesin https://www.shopicelandic.com/products/malt-og-appelsin-500ml
Yankee Candle Calendar http://www.yankeecandle.co.uk/browse/christmas/christmas-advent-calendar/_/N-84a
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why some of the bad things that happen to us in work, relationships and health often come through our own positioning. Without self-awareness and courage it can be difficult to communicate what you want and expect from yourself and others but when you do, it can make all the difference.
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne talk about some of the top regrets of the dying and why stepping up and taking responsibility for yourself and your experience today leads to a life well lived.
Show Notes Available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/142
In this episode, Cem and Wayne debunk some of the common complaints people have and explain why "the good life" isn't something you're entitled to but something you deserve through taking responsibility for yourself and your actions.
Show Notes Available At: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/141
In this episode, inspired by Emilie Wapnick's TEDx Talk "Why some of us don't have one true calling" we discuss if society and the self help industry is putting too much pressure on young people to find their passion or purpose in life and vilifying those who appear to wander.
Show Notes Available At: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/140
In this episode, Cem and Wayne riff on the latest series of Black Mirror and question how much of Charlie Brooker's imaginative story-lines may actually become reality in the coming years if they are not already!
Show Notes Available At: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/139
In this episode, Cem and Wayne get seriously Zen on some reasons why you need let go of your expectation and focus more on taking the right action in the present moment. We explain why your expectations often come from external sources and how they can rob you of your energy when you become to focused on the future or dwell on the past.
References Available At: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/138
In this episode, Cem and Wayne get you back to fighting fit whether that's your career, business, health or whatever you feel you have lost momentum in we share some ways your can get back to your best and face the challenges that will lead to your future successes.
References Available At: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/101
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why embracing your "weird" side may actually hold to most potential for growth and also open up the best opportunities suited to you. We explain why your eccentricities will allow you to find your tribe and get better at the things that matter to you.
References Available At: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/136
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss some of the challenges facing modern education today and share some of the changes that may need to be made if education institutions want to say relevant in the new economy.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne riff about popular culture promoting happiness as a destination we should all be striving for. We discuss why the bad times often lead to the most growth, why being unhappy is often the nudge you need into a new direction and why happiness is not something we get but a state we naturally dip in and out of.
References Available at http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/134
In this episode, Cem and Wayne explain why motivation is a skill not a talent which means it can be trained! We share some daily habits and routines to keep you fired up as well as highlighting common behaviours that may be dulling your flame to succeed.
References Available at http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/133
In this episode, Cem shares some daily free / low cost biohacks (healthy habits) that we can all adopt to feel more energised, bring more presence to our day and maintain our hustle without burning out!
References Available at http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/132
In this episode, Cem and Wayne highlight some reasons why we often lack resourcefulness even though we're living with an abundance of free technology, information and connections.
View Episode References at http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/131
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why caring more than your competition is one of the most powerful ways to maintain motivation, create opportunities and connect with like minded people in today's economy.
View Episode References at http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/130
In this episode, Cem and Wayne explain why perspective or "choosing your lens" is one of the most important mindset shifts we all need in our mental toolbox if we're to take on life's challenges.
View Episode References at http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/129
In this episode, Cem and Wayne talk about the importance of having a crisis network for when sh*t hits the fan. Whether that's business, relationships or careers everyone needs a team to turn to when things get tough!
References available at http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/128
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why starting something fast before doubt has a chance to creep in can be an effective way to get your business or project off the ground. We discuss why a certain level or naivety can be a bonus and how procrastination can often be a sign that your big idea is not aligned with your core values.
View Episode References at http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/127
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why you should plan your life around the type of lifestyle you would like to lead and then work backwards to make it happen. After formal education, most people get stuck in survival mode just trying to make a living by whatever means necessary which often leads to resentment, destructive behaviour and a lack of zest for life.
View Episode References at http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/126
In this episode, Cem and Wayne tackle some of the common pitfalls that come with working from home as a freelancer or being self-employed. We discuss everything from workoholism, living holistically, discipline and setting expectations with family and friends in order to maintain relationships. If you struggle with getting the balance right when it comes to working from home, this is one for you!
References Available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/125
In this episode, Cem and Wayne explain why we need to get comfortable with facing uncertainly if we want to continue to grow and make the most of the opportunities available in the digital economy. We discuss why fear and anxiety often restricts us from embracing new opportunities and why taking the path of resistance may actually come with the greatest rewards.
References Available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/124
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss the importance of building and maintaining good friendships and why they can influence everything from our mental health to our beliefs and attitudes as well as what you come to achieve in life.
References Available At: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/123
In a world where the barrier to entry to starting your own business or going freelance is lower than ever before, businesses are struggling to appeal to millennial talent. In this episode, Cem and Wayne share some reasons why we think this is the case and why you need to decide what route may be best for you and the lifestyle you would like to lead.
Original Blog Post: http://www.tech.london/news/why-millennials-would-rather-start-a-business-than-work-for-you
In this episode, Cem and Wayne cover some of the ways that you can hone your hunger to succeed whether that's becoming more resilient by breaking through mental road blocks, getting your health and wellbeing in order so you have the energy to keep pushing forward or simply identifying what fuels you on a intrinsic level.
Episode References Available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/honing-your-hunger-to-succeed/
Are you avoiding the need to evolve? In this episode, Cem and Wayne question that common statement, "That's Life..." And the impact this way of thinking may have on your future. We discuss the danger of blaming externals rather than holding yourself accountable. Whether or not you may be blinding yourself to the opportunities of life and why you should never, ever give up on yourself.
What You'll Hear:
- Giving Up On Yourself
- Disempowering Self-Talk
- PLOM Syndrome (Poor Little Old Me)
- Avoiding The Need To Evolve
- Blaming Externals vs Personal Accountability
- Blinding Yourself To Opportunities
- Cognitive Bias / Confirmation Bias
References Available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/the-thats-life-fallacy/
In this episode, Cem and Wayne ponder the question, "Are you developing your bank balance at the expense of developing your soul?" We explain why most people have a scarcity mentality around money, why money will only fix your money problems and how auditing your expenses, increasing your value and spending less than earn are some financial actions you should adopt today.
What You'll Hear:
- Developing Your Bank Balance or Developing Your Soul?
- Money Only Solves Your Money Problems
- Money vs Time Debate
- Increase Your Value To Increase Your Income
- Audit Your Spending
- What's Your MVP (Minimal Viable Living)?
References Available at:
In this episode, Cem and Wayne plant a flag in the ground for what the Powerful Nonsense podcast stands for and what you can expect from our future content. Are you in for the ride?
What You'll Hear
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Entrepreneurship is the number one means of taking back control of your time and ultimately your life.
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Money should supplement your ideal lifestyle and not the other way around.
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The current education system still promotes an industrial lifestyle in a digital world.
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We are driven by experiences, it makes us who we are and pushes our own boundaries.
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Being human requires a holistic lifestyle (health, fun, experience, meaningful work etc)
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Technology enriches your lifestyle and is vital for careers of the future
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Relationships are king, connections matter for our mental wellbeing and business development.
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Actively question how things have been done before and be brave enough to try something new.
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Continuously question your definition of success. Re-define it your own unique way.
- Become purpose and values driven. It's where the fire lies.
References Available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/live-your-way-the-powerful-nonsense-manifesto/
In this episode, Cem and Wayne riff on the question “Who Are You Modelling?” We explore why all of your actions up until this point correlate with the narratives and actions of the people you actively or unconsciously surround yourself with whether that's family or friends, teachers or the TV. What effect may this be having on your life?
- Bruce Lipton: 7 ways to Reprogram Your Subconscious Mind
- World's Longest Podcast!
References Available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/who-are-you-modelling/
In this episode, Cem and Wayne explore some actionable ways you can find time to get started on your side-hustle with tips from our free giveaway ebook “How To Find Time For Your Side Hustle!” - Download for FREE at http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/
What You'll Hear:
- Why Intention Leads to Action
- How To Create Your ideal Work Week
- Why You Need to Schedule in Down Time
- Master Your Mornings
- Build Momentum 3 Tasks at a Time
- Get A Good Night's Sleep
References Available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/how-to-find-time-for-your-side-hustle
In this episode, Cem and Wayne share some of the pros and cons of starting a business vs getting a job. We explore why management of time is often the most important factor to consider but why perceived stability and a regular paycheques from a 9 to 5 often rules strong.
Talking Points:
- Money - Limitless vs Cieling on earnings
- Time - Control vs No control
- Always Learning vs Always Busy
- Loves What They Do vs Loaths What They Do
- Relationship Driven vs Ladder Driven
- Faster to Action vs Admin / Corporate Hurdles
- Growth Mindset vs Fixed Perspectives
References Available at:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/should-i-get-a-job-or-start-a-business
In this episode, Cem and Wayne assess whether or not you may be suffering from entrepreneurial FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out). As entrepreneurship becomes more mainstream we explore the shift in mentality amongst millennials who are considering starting their own business or whether we're all just suffering from a case of 'grass is greener' and seeing through rose tinted glasses!
What You'' Hear:
- There has never been more opportunity to be an entrepreneur
- Employment will become more entrepreneurial in nature
- Why opportunity creates friction
- Entrepreneurship will not fix your baggage
- Entrepreneurship is going/gone mainstream
- The return of the small business - but in a global economy
Full episode references available at:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/are-you-suffering-from-entrepreneurial-fomo/
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss the many reasons why people find it so difficult to get started on their entrepreneurial journey. We explain why quick wins will help to build momentum, why you need to believe in the value you can offer and finally why you need to “take action in the absence of clarity” so you don’t fall into the trap of perfectionist paralysis.
What You'll Hear:
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Decide on how you want to live and work backwards
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Be inspired by the journey ahead
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Believe in the value of what you have to offer
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Conquer your inner critic by getting early wins
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Don't wait to have all the answers
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Compete with yourself, not with others
"In the absence of clarity take action." - Phillip Mckernan
Full episode references available at:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/finding-the-courage-to-start/
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne give some actionable advice on picking yourself up and injecting motivation back into your life when you're feeling stuck in a rut.
Talking Points:
- Start With Gratitude
- Why Getting Uncomfortable Can Be A Good Thing
- Question Your Current Beliefs
- Stop Identifying With Your Current Situation
- Get Around Friends And Family
- Let Go Of The Past & Future, Embrace The Present Moment
- Eat Well And Move More
- Do Something For Others
Full episode references available at:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/112-what-to-do-when-youre-stuck-in-a-rut/
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n this episode, Cem and Wayne break down why being a starving artist is a dumb way to live with the opportunities that are available to us nowadays. We cover six of the most popular creative pursuits, writing, acting, musician, crafts, photography and designer and share ways to monetise your work and eventually live off your craft.
Talking Points:
2:15 How To Write And Sell A Book
7:25 How To Become An Actor
16:00 How To Sell Your Music As A Musician
24:40 How To Sell Your Crafts / Jewellery
28:35 How To Make Money As A Photographer
33:00 How To Sell Your Design Services
Full episode references available at:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/111-why-you-dont-need-to-be-a-starving-artist/
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne talk self-promotion and the thin line between doing it right and being a d*ck. We go into a great debate on whether anyone can be truly authentic, why marketers ruin everything and how just being good at what you is not enough if nobody can see you.
Talking Points:
- Leading With Value
- Why You Can't Hack Reciprocity
- Can Anyone Really Be Fully Authentic?
- People Have Better BS meters
- Does Your Work Speak For Itself?
- Getting Others To Become Your Biggest Advocate
- Build REAL Relationships Not Leads
Full episode references available at:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/110-how-to-self-promote-without-being-a-dck/
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne break down some of the reasons why we find it so hard to sell ourselves in our entrepreneurial endeavours especially when it comes to our need for credibility.
Talking Points:
- Why You Need Self Esteem Not Certificates
- Collecting Credentials For Permission To Start
- How To Recognise Your Unique Value Proposition
- Leveraging Brands To Gain Credability
- Why Portfolio Matters More Than Ever
- People Work With People They Like (Even If You're Less-Brainy)
- Avoiding The Comparison Trap
Full episode references available at:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/the-credibility-dilemma/
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In this episode, Wayne talks productivity for keeping your mind in order and getting sh*t done whilst Cem reluctantly fires back at those who use productivity hacks as a form of procrastination to avoid the work that really matters. This a fiery episodes packed with actionable tips and tricks, the gloves are on!
What You'll Hear:
- Why Mutlitasking Makes You Dumb
- Embracing The To-Do List
- Planning Your Tomorrow Today
- Sleep Like Your Life Depends On It
- Use Your Calendar!
- Productivity Hacks As Procrastination
Full episode references available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/how-to-get-stuff-done-in-the-age-of-information-overload/
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne talk millennials, technology and the future! We discuss why the millennials are the ‘awareness generation’ and how the Internet and technology has massively influenced how we work, play and purchase. We also take a peak in to the future (which is already here!) to talk AI, VR and technological unemployment.
Talking Points:
- The "Awareness Generation"
- Why Every Generation Rebels
- Opportunity Overload
- Technological Unemployment
- Working With Technology Not Against It
- A.I and V.R.
Full episode references available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/the-futures-already-here/
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne share their learnings from the Key Person of Influence seminar. We explain why finding your niche matters more than ever and how you can use free online tools and some introspection to find out what lights you up and build a business around that.
Full episode references available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/106-how-to-find-your-niche-and-why-it-matters/
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why personality tests can be a great tools for self-awareness. We explain why honesty is the best policy when it comes to taking personality tests, why focusing on your weaknesses is not always good advice and how personality tests could be vital more building and maintaining good relationships.
Blog Post: Know Thyself – 6 Free Online Personality Tests For Entrepreneurs http://buff.ly/1Rt4d6I
Full episode references available at:http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/do-you-have-the-personality-to-be-an-entrepreneur/
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne explain from their own experience the best way to transition from a full-time job into a freelancer. In this episode we discuss how to figure out your most valuable and monetisable skills, finding clients before you quit, building your online presence, quitting your job without burning bridges and so much more!
"An employee is an entrepreneur who happens to have one big client, their full time employer." - Jullien Gordon.
What You'll Hear!
- Extracting your most valuable and monetisable skills
- Figuring out how many clients you need to replace your current salary (MVL)
- Finding clients before you quit
- Registering as self-employed / sole-trader
- Investing in software to manage finances
- Creating a website to build your online presence
- Utilising your current network and social media channels
- How to quit your job without burning bridges
- Building your portfolio
- How to avoid doing too much too soon!
Full episode references available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/the-smart-way-to-quit-your-job-and-go-freelance/
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In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss why work ethic is often the characteristic that makes or breaks an entrepreneurs likelihood of success. We ask the question, “Is hustling overrated?” And why self-awareness and knowing what you value is key to maintaining motivation and moving forward in your entrepreneurial endeavours.
What You'll Hear:
- Why you need to prioritise your sleep
- How to hack your discipline
- Why "Hustling" is overrated
- Connect with your WHY to maintain motivation
- Embrace the 80/20 rule
- Take pride in your craft and be a professional
- Get accountability so you don't work on dumb sh*t
Full episode references available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/work-ethic-the-great-divider/
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne sit down with businessman, international speaker, coach and mentor David McQueen to discuss why failure is not fatal, how passions can change and why you should embrace backwards planning for better results in life and businesses.
- The inevitability of failure
- Surrounding yourself with the right people
- Knowing when it's the right time to quit
- Startup vs life-style business
- Why we all need to eat some humble pie
- Facing redundancy and coming out better
- How to brand yourself and your company
Full episode references available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/why-failure-makes-you-better-w-david-mcqueen/
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne interview Tunde Okewale an award winning barrister, lawyer, speaker, social entrepreneur and founder or Urban Lawyers to discuss why our expectation of ourselves sets the limit to our success, why good mentors matter and how failure, labels and stereotypes can become our biggest assets when we learn to own them.
Show Notes available at: http://www.powerfulnonsense.com/101
Resources:
- UrbanLawyers.co.uk
- Role Models Are Not Enough TEDx Talk
- Trap Town Documentary
Books Recommended:
- Purpose Driven Life
- The Master Key System
- Think And Grow Rich
- Autobiography of a Yogi
- The Alchemist
- O Manuscript
- The Famished Road
- New Psycho-cybernetics
- Things Fall Apart
In this special video episode of Powerful Nonsense, we celebrate a podcasting landmark of 100 episodes. We take a look back at some of our favourite interviews and learnings from the past two years as well as where we see the show going in the future!
Episodes / References Mentioned:
Whatever It Takes w/ Suli Breaks
Finding Meaning In An Automated Future w/ John Dananher
Turning Adversity Into Creative Growth w/ Amy Oestreicher
Rise Of The Superstar Vloggers
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In part two of this interview, Cem and Wayne interview spoken word artist and Youtuber Suli Breaks to delve into what it really takes to not only build the confidence and mindset to pursue your art but also how to turn it into a viable business. Suli shares some of his biggest failures and how he overcame them, why books where some of his greatest mentors and why there's no concept of 'giving up' when you're pursuing your true passion.
What You’ll Hear 2:30 - Concious controversy from a relatable stance
5:50 - Embracing your art at the expense of your J.O.B?
09:15 - The fuck it mentality and going all in
14:00 - Go all in or get a safety net?
16:25 - Being deliberate in your destination
18:55 - Everyone has the opportunity
19:50 - There is no blueprint
20:45 - The line between art and "selling out".
26:00 - Treating your art as a business
33:20 - The future of technology for artists
35:20 - Moral leadership and being aware of your environment
37:55 - Books that saved my life
42:25 - The most Powerful piece of advice ever been given
44:00 - The biggest load of nonsense ever heard.
Resources:
powerfulnonsense.com/book
Part Time Hustlers
I Will Not Let An Exam Result Decide My Fate
American't Dream
I Wish I'd Said Something
Skepta - Underdog Psychosis
The Alchemist
Rich Dad Poor Dad
48 Laws of Power
The 50th Law
The Colour Purple
The Zombie Survival Guide
Outliers
In part one of this two part interview, Cem and Wayne interview spoken word artist and Youtuber Suli Breaks to delve into what it really takes to not only build the confidence and mindset to pursue your art but also how to turn it into a viable business. Suli shares some of his biggest failures and how he overcame them, why books where some of his greatest mentors and why there's no concept of 'giving up' when you're pursuing your true passion.
What You’ll Hear
02:40 - The fear of reaching your full potential
05:20 - Measuring a successful day by how you feel not by what you’ve done
08:00 - Find value in the “wasteful days”.
09:55 - If you’re truly passionate, there’s no concept of giving up.
11:25 - Pursuing passion will often create new and unexpected avenues
14:00 - Going through the motions of academia
16:35 - Making sacrifices to “Keep Up with The Joneses”
18:25 - Knowing your limits surrounding your passion
22:40 - The origin of Suli Breaks the poet
25:50 - Pursuing an idea until it manifests into your treasure.
27:30 - Having the courage to put your work out there.
29:25 - Being booed off of the stage
32:00 - There will always be negatives so embrace the positives
34:45 - Other people will rarely remember YOUR lowest points.
35:45 - Cleaning up other people’s sh*t - literally…
38:00 - Deliberate success
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Resources
The Alchemist
Rich Dad Poor Dad
Suli Breaks YouTube Channel
Why I Hate School But Love Education
I Will Not Let An Exam Result Decide My Fate
In this episode, Cem and Wayne explore the roots of rejection and the impact it can have on our wellbeing as well as whether or not we pursue our passions. We explain why our resistance to rejections gets stronger with age and what you can do to turn that around, face the fear and get more out of life.
What You’ll Hear
03:30 - Where does our self-rejection originate from?
06:20 - Has our self-rejection eroded our creativity?
07:00 - Our self-rejection magnifies the negative qualities we are rejecting
09:30 - Put rejection into perspective
11:40 - Rejection olympics
15:55 - Your brains reaction to rejection and emotional first aid
19:00 - What does rejection say about the rejecter?
21:00 - Rejection and post-traumatic growth
22:40 - Break down your self-rejecting behaviour
Resources:
Surprising Lessons From 100 Days of Rejection: Jia Jiang at TEDxAustin
Why Entrepreneurs Have To Practice Emotional First Aid w/ Guy Winch
Why we all need to practice emotional first aid
Noah Kagan Coffee Challenge
Why Everyone Should Purposely Sit In The Wrong Seat On An Airplane At Least Once
In this episode, Cem and Wayne explore some of the reasons for why we are so compliant inspired by Derren Browns latest show The Push. We breakdown some of principles of influence taken from psychological studies which gets us questioning, are we really in control of ourselves?
What You'll Hear
02:55 - Can our addiction to authority be hacked to push someone to their death?
07:10 - The foot in the door technique
09:10 - A need to remain consistent
10:50 - Looking for authority in a high-stress situation
14:15 - Knowing where your line in the sand is
18:00 - The compliance test
21:05 - Fit in or die!
23:45 - The rebelliousness of entrepreneurship
25:05 - Looking for structure and authority even when working for yourself
28:30 - Hack you psychological programming to your benefit
30:25 - Is technology corroding our compliance?
Resources
powerfulnonsense.com/book
Derren Brown - The Push
Dr. Robert Cialdini - Six Principles of Influence
Influence at Work
The Milgram Experiment 1962 (Full Documentary)
In this episode, Cem and Wayne interview John Danaher an Academic with interests in the philosophy of technology and it’s implications on the future of work, money, morality and much more. We delve into whether technological employment is something we should be worrying about, how technology is democratising education, what would happen if people were given a guaranteed minimum income and the skills you’ll need to future-proof yourself against these inevitable changes.
What You'll Hear
3:40 - Technophile or Technophobe?
6:15 - Sci-fi a precursor to science fact?
7:35 - Technology's disruption of education
12:45 - Is technology now providing a gateway into professions?
15:45 - The pros and cons of running a "gig" based business
20:00 - What are the menial jobs of the future going to look like?
28:30 - The Age of Abundance
33:55 - The basic guaranteed income and the value of work
40:35 - The rise of the basic guaranteed income
45:35 - The future of the self-driving car
47:55 - The potential of Virtual Reality and the Experience Machine
51:45 - The Status Quo Bias
55:20 - The need for varied life skills in the education space
56:30 - The most powerful piece of advice and the biggest load of nonsense.
Resources
John Danaher Blog
Uber
AirBNB
Humans Need Not Apply
Dan Priestly - Entrepreneur Revolution
Jeremy Rifkin - The Zero Marginal Cost Society
Review The Future Podcast
Black Mirror: Fifteen Million Merits - Season 1 Episode 2
Robert Nozick's Experience Machine
John Ronson - You've Been Publicly Shamed
John Ronson - The Psychopath Test
In this episode, Cem and Wayne interview Oli Mons and Zac Garton about their new startup Bagsee, a backpack complete with 30 essential items built for first-time and seasoned travellers. We discuss the importance of learning from previous business “failures,” finding the right team members and how being bold with your partnership building can often pay big dividends!
What You'll Hear
2:35 - Zac, Oli and Bagsee
4:00 - Is it worth studying entrepreneurship?
7:00 - The importance of knowing your market and your route to it.
11:15 - The temptation to over-stock.
14:30 - Have knowledge of the pain problem you are trying to solve.
16:40 - Having your idea validated
18:45 - Creating a comprehensive action plan
21:40 - "The art of good business is being a good middle man."
24:35 - Reach out to the people you don't think will respond.
28:30 - The benefit of having a partner in your business.
32:20 - Trust and being able to separate the business from the personal.
35:10 - Good and honest communication.
37:50 - Lack of response or "no" doesn't always mean no forever.
40:15 - Getting started and the first sale.
44:25 - The importance of boot-strapping.
49:50 - Advice for those who want to travel.
55:20 - The biggest load of nonsense Zac has ever heard.
56:55 - The most powerful piece of advice Oli has ever been given.
Bagsee
Chasing Ed
Camp America
Student View
CEOemail.com
Creativity Inc.
Edward De Bono's Six Thinking Hats
The Mom Test
http://twitter.com/BagSee_Travel
https://www.facebook.com/BagSeeTravel
https://instagram.com/bagseetravel/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/bagsee
In this episode, Cem and Wayne take a look back at 2015 to see what worked and what didn’t. We share some useful practices to assess the impact of your year (or lack of) so that you can have more clarity and focus to take on 2016.
What You’ll Hear 02:10 - Cem’s 2015 Initial Overview 03:25 - Wayne’s 2015 Initial Overview 05:20 - Clarifying your thoughts 06:15 - Are we as a generation becoming much more mindful? 07:45 - Personal growth by osmosis and application 11:45 - Letting go of your baggage for a new perspective 12:40 - Knowing where to focus your energy 19:00 - Thriving on pressure, competition and knowing the next step 25:45 - Know your values 26:50 - The focus on abundance and be at ease 30:00 - Prioritise those things that energise you 32:00 - Take the moment to find a theme for your coming year 35:55 - 2015 and 2016 in a couple of words Resources http://philipmckernan.com/wisdom-is-not-the-future/ https://thefoundation.com/podcast/episode34 https://thefoundation.com/podcast/episode-137 https://bestyearever.me/
In this special festive episode, Cem and Wayne are joined by Powerful Nonsense regulars, Adam Stansbury, Junior Ogunyemi, James Lambert and first timer Mark Chesters for some around the fire discussions on living the good life and how to make 2016 your best year ever!
http://www.juniorogunyemi.com/
http://coverfitness.co.uk/
http://www.jameslambertcoaching.co.uk/
In this episode, Cem and Wayne inspired by the latest Stars Wars release take a look back at some of the all time great quotes from previous movies and discuss how they can be applied to entrepreneurs and anybody who wants to live a more empowered life.
4:50 Do or do not, there is no try
10:15 Always remember, your focus determines your reality
13:25 Don't centre on your anxieties. Keep your concentration here and now where it belongs
16:45 You will find that many of the truths we cling to depend on a certain point of view
20:35 Who’s more foolish, the fool? Or the fool who follows him?
23:20 The ability to speak does not make you intelligent
27:35 You must unlearn what you have learned
Resources
The Difference Between Trying And Doing
Change Your Thoughts Change Your Life – Dr Wayne Dyer
The Power Of Now - Ekhart Tolle
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why entrepreneurs should hone their empathy muscle to spot new businesses opportunities. We talk about whether technology is reducing or enhancing our compassion for others, if it’s ethical to profit from people’s problems and why you should go on more ‘empathy adventures’ this New Year.
What You'll Hear
3:00 Being too busy to care for others
5:00 Exposing yourself to problems closer to home
5:50 Is profiting from people's problems ethical?
13:00 Is the world less empathetic these days?
15:00 The science behind empathy
19:00 Exposing yourself to empathy building situations
21:30 “It’s super empowering to seriously care about something.”
23:30 How social media impacts our compassion
Resources
Cash is Oxygen - Gary Vaynerhuk
Ice Blocks in Paris
Pencils of Promise
vInspired
Do-it.org
A Radial Experiment in Empathy
In this episode, Cem interviews TEDx speaker and youth worker at the Princes Trust Jamie Lee Brett to discuss the growing digital inequalities in the UK and the impact it may have on employment and well-being. Jamie shares why mental health issues are growing year on year amongst young people, how social media is warping our expectations and what may happen if technology equals the intelligence of a human beings in the coming years.
What You'll Hear:
4:00 Introducing Jamie Lee Brett
7:00 Tackling digital inequality and the digital divide
11:00 using linkedin to build your professional network
13:00 Teaching how to write a CV vs teaching entrepreneurship
16:30 Mental health and the digital economy
21:00 Is education moving quick enough
24:00 the ability to upskill yourself for free online
26:00 Global competition in the digital economy
30:00 What happens when technology equals the intelligence of a human being
33:00 Social media and expectations
38:00 Most powerful pieces of advice you've been given?
39:20 Biggest load of nonsense you've ever heard?
Resources:
Get Started Princes Trust
Youth Index
2.3m Digital Workers Need By 2020
Mozilla Open Badges
Andrew McAfee - What Will Future Jobs Look Like (TED)
Why Your Job Should Not Define You
The Venus Project
Pakistans Free Electric Generator
Moores Law
Humans (TV Show)
Technological Singularity
Theory of The False Self - Donald Winnicott
Facebook Ego - Eckhart Tolle
Fear of Missing Out (FOMO)
Homo Evolutis - Juan Enriquez: The Next Species of Human
In this episode, Cem and Wayne inspired by Philip Mckernan’s book Rich on Paper, Poor on Life discuss why we need to avoid ‘Next Level Syndrome’ when setting our goals for the New Year. We explain why inferiority complexes tend to create ego-driven goals and why calling bullshit on yourself can often lead to more authentic and meaningful intentions for 2016.
What You'll Hear
03:25 - Setting your goals well in advance
05:00 - Setting authentic goals
08:00 - Stop comparing your blooper reel to everyone else’s highlight reels
12:55 - Are your goals based on short term social validation?
19:55 - Using shortcuts to seek an enlightened state
23:00 - Call bullshit on your own goals
28:30 - Working to get to the “self”
34:10 - Sometime you need to just be proud of today.
References
Rich on Paper, Poor on Life
Authentic Goal Setting
The Art of Charm Podcast
Man’s Search for Meaning
In this episode, Cem and Wayne interview fellow Northampton University Alumni Kascion Franklin to talk about his journey from graduation to landing the lead role in Lenny Henry’s Danny and The Human Zoo for the BBC. Kascion shares why pursuing and maintaining a creative career can be a daily struggle and why daily progression and knowing yourself is a must for anyone looking to carve a career outside of the traditional nine to five.
What You'll Hear
3:30 - Introducing Kasion Franklin
5:30 - How Kascion landed his role in Danny and The Human Zoo
7:00 - Landing acting roles without an agent
10:00 Why did you decide to go to university?
13:00 Financial stability and the actors lifestyle
17:00 Dealing with the down days
22:00 How much of the film is actually based on Lenny Henry's life?
23:30 Getting advice from Lenny Henry
25:00 What's next?
29:00 Societies obsession with the overnight success
31:30 The ability to commit to something
34:00 Finding the first steps to pursuing your goals
37:00 How to evaluate your efforts
39:00 Kascion's worst audition (Funny story!)
44:00 What's the most powerful piece of advice you've been given?
45:00 Biggest load of nonsense?
Resources
Danny And The Human Zoo
Identity Drama School
Casting Call Pro
Arts Council
Playhouse Northampton
The Snarling Film
Overnight Success - Gary Veynerchuk
In this episode, Cem and Wayne interview Growth Hacker and Start-up Founder Ash Ali who worked as part of the senior management team at Just-Eat, securing over £10.5 million in VC funding and has recently started his own company Fare Exchange, an online platform for minicabs businesses to manage and grow their client base. Ash shares his entrepreneurial journey from building e-commerce websites in his attic at the age of 19, why young people are ill equipped to make the most of the entrepreneurial revolution and why your personal brand and what you stand for matters.
What You’ll Hear
04:10 - Who is Ash Ali?
09:50 - Building websites before it was “a thing”
15:25 - Accidentally discovering an unexpected online market
19:00 - Knowing where to place your attention
26:00 - Developing the ability to see trends and gaps in the market
29:00 - Vitamins vs Painkillers
37:40 - Defining FareExchange
41:45 - How can we help students to find potential solutions to problems
49:15 - Where is the gap between box ticking and providing value
53:15 - Where opportunity lies today
56:35 - Using online platforms to get your dream job by providing value
01:01:30 - The most powerful piece of advice I’ve been given
01:02:25 - The biggest load of nonsense I’ve ever heard
01:03:25 - Must reads
01:06:30 - Your education only really starts when you get out into the real world
Resources
http://fareexchange.co.uk/
http://www.just-eat.co.uk/
http://leanstack.com/lean-canvas/
https://www.freelancer.co.uk/
Zero to One - Peter Thiel
Six Thinking Hats - Edward De Bono
Black Swan - Nassim Taleb
Fooled by Randomness - Nassim Taleb
The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People - Stephen Covey
In this episode, Cem and Wayne speak with Adam Horne founder of The Sales Floor, an online jobs board for sales roles. In this interview Adam shares how he transitioned from full-time employment at a recruitment agency to working on his side gig around his 9-to-5 and then growing The Sales Floor enough to eventually quit his job. Adam also shares his experience of outsourcing as well as dealing with loneliness and isolation in the early days of starting his business.
What You’ll Hear
03:35 - Who is Adam Horne and what is The Sales Floor?
04:50 - From sports journalism to recruitment and sales
07:50 - Your success lays on your shoulders
10:30 - Where The Sales Floor came from.
16:00 - Mundane meditation
17:55 - Growing up as the son of business owners
20:50 - It's easy to underestimate the amount of work needed
24:50 - Creating a digital business as a non-techie person
28:35 - Outsourcing on a shoe-string budget
33:25 - The feeling of handing in the resignation and the first month of full time entrepreneurship
38:15 - The advantages of shared office space
41:10 - Validating your business
50:00 - The most powerful piece of advice I've ever been given
50:55 - The biggest load of nonsense I've ever heard
Resources
thesalesfloor.co.uk
https://www.outreach.io/
Lean Startup by Eric Ries
In this episode, Cem and Wayne explore why creative decision making can be an extremely valuable tool for entrepreneurs who are either starting a business and looking for new ideas or for those who have a business and want to grow through innovations. We discuss why creativity thrives with collaboration, limitations and our ability to take risks.
What You’ll Hear
03:30 - You can’t always make a decision based on data or solving a problem. 06:20 - Iterate based on feedback. Start with something simple 08:15 - How can anyone know what they want if they’ve never even see it? 11:00 - Try and get other people involved in your creative process so that you have multiple perspectives 17:05 - Leverage your limitations and iterate 20:00 - Build forward on your problem solving. You have to begin with action then try again 24:10 - To remain on top, you have to continue to innovate via the creative process. 25:10 - Keep training your brain for creative thinking 27:25 - Challenge your pre-existing beliefs Resources
Buffer
Fiverr (20% Off Promo Code PNPODCAST)
Bill Burnett - Creative Decision Making
In this episode, Cem and Wayne ask the question, “Are We In A Creativity Crisis?” With schools pulling the plug on creative subjects and students being pointed away from artistic endeavours, are we moving in the wrong direction and limiting the entrepreneurial, expressive and problem solving potential of our young people?
What You’ll Hear
02:20 - Are we in a creativity crisis? 05:25 - Kids feel that they are less creative as they go through school 07:30 - Have we become afraid to be expressive due to judgment from others? 13:20 - Art and creativity is getting bad press 15:55 - The world no longer needs “yes-men”. It needs innovators 18:10 - Things can always be improved and leveraged with a creative process. 21:10 - Many people are not prepared to be wrong or rejected 22:15 - We are in danger of becoming a society of academics 24:35 - Creative education needs a re-brand 25:45 - Creativity breeds lateral thinking 27:35 - We need to create more relaxed and open creative space in society.
Resources
The Creativity Crisis TED Talk
Amy Oestreicher Part 2
The Creativity Crisis: Why American Schools Need Design
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss whether or not ideas are becoming the new currency based on James Altucher’s book “How To Become An Idea Machine.” We also explore why companies are desperate to hire innovators in order to avoid becoming obsolete in these fast changing industries and finally whether our education system is doing enough to enhance the imaginations and idea generating potential of students today.
What You’ll Hear
01:40 - Become an idea machine and have plenty of idea sex 05:15 - Take some time to generate ideas and find the one that won’t go away 07:50 - Having regular “shower moments” 09:50 - Ideas have no value without execution 11:50 - Taking an idea from your head and writing it down can bring clarity 13:20 - Innovate or perish 18:25 - Innovation comes from combining two different ideas in a new way 19:30 - Schools are not embracing technology at the foundational level 22:40 - The way we learn has fundamentally changed 23:45 - Creativity is born from limitations Resources
How To Become An Idea Machine - James Altucher
How To Make Millions With Idea Sex
Picking Your Brain For Better Ideas
Uber
Tim Ferris - The “Wizard” Of Hollywood, Robert Rodriguez
In this episode, Cem and Wayne interview Amy Oestreicher who went from “survivor” to "thriver" when at the age of 18 her stomach exploded and her life was thrown into a new trajectory. c After 2 months in a coma, 27 surgeries and spending 6 years unable to eat or drink, through her art, performance and motivational speaking Amy now aims to inspire others to embrace their innate creativity, develop a deeper sense of gratitude and resilience so that we can learn to see the challenges of our lives as opportunities for growth.
What You'll Here
03:15 - Leveraging limitations to fuel your creativity 06:15 - Using the art of others for inspiration 08:25 - Dealing with not being able to eat or drink for 6 years 18:50 - Therapeutic lying 22:30 - Creating a musical of a challenging story 25:44 - The challenges we face are relative 32:30 - Have a love of life 33:15 - "What's the most powerful piece of advice you've ever been given?" 34:25 - "What's the biggest load of nonsense you've ever heard?"
Resources
http://www.amyoes.com
The Hero with A Thousand Faces (Collected Works of Joseph Campbell)
The Game That Can Give You 10 Extra Years Of Life
What Doesn’t Kill Us - Psychology Today
Post-Traumatic Growth: From Ego To Spirit
In this episode, Cem and Wayne interview Amy Oestreicher who went from “survivor” to "thriver" when at the age of 18 her stomach exploded and her life was thrown into a new trajectory. After 2 months in a coma, 27 surgeries and spending 6 years unable to eat or drink, through her art, performance and motivational speaking Amy now aims to inspire others to embrace their innate creativity, develop a deeper sense of gratitude and resilience so that we can learn to see the challenges of our lives as opportunities for growth.
What You'll Hear 3:25 - Stomach explosion and waking from a coma 8:00 - Waking up to discover your life has dramatically changed 10:55 - Fear of not being able to fulfil your dreams and a need to be productive 13:30 - Connecting to the world through creativity 17:40 - Creating art as a way of dealing with adversity 21:55 - Finding your creative language 24:10 - Creativity as a mindset Resources
http://www.amyoes.com
The Hero with A Thousand Faces (Collected Works of Joseph Campbell)
The Game That Can Give You 10 Extra Years Of Life
What Doesn’t Kill Us - Psychology Today
Post-Traumatic Growth: From Ego To Spirit
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss some telltale signs that you should not become an entrepreneur including cash being your primary motivation, a way to escape your dreaded nine to five and worst of all starting a business so you can become insta-famous!
What You'll Hear
2:45 - Why entrepreneurship seems sexy
5:35 - Why do YOU want to be an entrepreneur?
6:35 - Entrepreneurship comes with its own challenges
14:15 - Do you understand what entrepreneurship really means?
15:45 - Do you just want the identity that comes with being an entrepreneur?
17:45 - People will assume that you're rich (or unemployed)
19:40 - Don't do it just for the money...
23:00 - A large percentage of what you'll do in the beginning will not actually be your passion
Resources
Blog: Why Entrepreneurship Isn't A Get Out Of Jail Free Card
Recent Junior Episodes
Powerful Nonsense T-Shirts
In this episode, Cem and Wayne pay tribute the late Dr. Wayne W. Dyer sharing and discussing quotes that have inspired them and how you can apply his many teachings to live an empowered life.
What You’ll Hear
02:30 - Mind over matter?
04:20 - "If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.”
06:40 - "The highest form of ignorance is when you reject something you don't know anything about."
12:30 - "Being Creative means trusting your purpose.”
15:30 - “What comes out of you when you are squeezed is what is inside of you.”
18:20 - "Ego is simply an idea of who you are.”
21:45 - "No one is capable to make you upset without your consent”
25:25 - “It's never crowded along the extra mile.”
28:10 - "Make yourself available for success"
Books To Read
Your Erroneous Zones - Wayne Dyer - Full Audiobook
The Power Of Intention
Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life
I Can See Clearly Now
In this episode, Cem and Wayne welcome Junior Ogenyemi back to the show to talk about his latest book ‘Young 'Fed Up' Professionals’ which aims to finally help readers answer that all important question... "When, and how do I leave my 9-to-5 and start that business?" Junior has identified 6 strategies that leave no room for excuses so that you can make that life changing prison break and enjoy the freedom that comes with entrepreneurship.
What You'll Hear:
01:45 - Entrepreneurship is a necessity for the future.
05:45 - People who have failed are in a better position to succeed
07:30 - We’re entering an age of small global businesses
08:40 - Business life-spans continue to shrink
09:55 - Learning is crucial to success
13:00 - Don’t make excuses
16:10 - Providing value for free
22:00 - Are schools starting to embrace entrepreneurship?
24:00 - Entrepreneurs DO sleep!
25:30 - Know what people want, know how, when and why they want it and you can’t fail.
26:20 - Outwitting the Devil
Resources
Young Fed Up Professsionals (Pre-Order Your Free Copy)
juniorogunyemi.com
Average In Over (Book)
Outwitting The Devil (Book)
In this episode, Cem and Wayne welcome Junior Ogenyemi back to the show to talk about his latest book ‘Young 'Fed Up' Professionals’ which aims to finally help readers answer that all important question... "When, and how do I leave my 9-to-5 and start that business?" Junior has identified 6 strategies that leave no room for excuses so that you can make that life changing prison break and enjoy the freedom that comes with entrepreneurship.
What You'll Hear:
02:30 - Young Fed Up Professionals
05:00 - A job is not the only way to fulfil your passion
07:10 - A job is not as secure an option as you think
08:50 - Is your job at risk due to technology?
09:30 - Are millennials more aware of the risk or is being an entrepreneur just sexy?
11:00 - Potential vs Actual - mindset is everything
13:00 - It’s not money that makes the world go round. It’s ideas
17:35 - Develop your creative entrepreneurial mind
18:35 - Which farm animal are you?
20:00 - Are you a donkey?
20:40 - Are you a chicken?
21:20 - Are you a cow?
23:50 - Are you a lamb?
24:10 - Are you a fox?
24:55 - Are you a mouse?
25:45 - Which path must you take to escape the prison?
31:20 - The difference between an entrepreneurs and gamblers
32:15 - The entrepreneurial lifestyle may not be as glamorous as it seems
37:00 - Whatever you’re doing for one employer you can do for multiple clients
Resources
Young Fed Up Professsionals (Pre-Order Your Free Copy)
juniorogunyemi.com
Average In Over (Book)
Outwitting The Devil (Book)
In this episode, Cem and Wayne interview Femi Oyeniran, Actor (Kidulthood & Adulthood), Director (It’s A Lot), Producer and Entrepreneur. In this two-part podcast we delve into the truth behind the overnight success, why saying ‘yes’ can open up a world of opportunities and why keeping a close eye on your inevitable demise will often give you clarity for taking action today.
What You'll Hear
02:40 - Social media can facilitate professional relationships
05:25 - It's important to have someone who both pushes and supports you
08:15 - When people see that you are working hard, they want to support you
08:55 - Strive to be better
10:00 - What is success?
13:25 - Patience is a talent
16:15 - The origins of entrepreneurial flair
18:40 - Being inspired by your peers
20:20 - It's important to give back
21:05 - People know what they want but they don't really work for it
23:45 - Heightened awareness of death
25:35 - Health and family are the most important things not your work
28:25 - What's the powerful piece of advice you've ever been given?
29:30 - What's the biggest load of nonsense you've ever heard?
31:05 - Book Recommendations
Resources
Steve Jobs Commencement Speech
Save the Cat
Outliers - Malcolm Gladwell
Half of the Yellow Sun
Kidulthood
Adulthood
Anuvahood
Twitter: @Femioyeniran
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne interview Femi Oyeniran, Actor (Kidulthood & Adulthood), Director (It’s A Lot), Producer and Entrepreneur. In this two-part podcast we delve into the truth behind the overnight success, why saying ‘yes’ can open up a world of opportunities and why keeping a close eye on your inevitable demise will often give you clarity for taking action today.
What You'll Hear
03:20 - How Femi fell into acting
07:00 - You never know when opportunity is going to appear
09:25 - "I didn't know you could make money from doing it".
11:05 - Stars are a lot more reachable now and there's a lower level of entry
14:05 - "I didn't know what a big deal it was at the time"
16:05 - "I was nervous because my phone wasn't ringing"
18:20 - The crash back to reality
22:10 - You have to capitalise on your success
23:40 - Creating a career for yourself
25:55 - Give yourself options in life
27:45 - People who are successful focus on their craft
29:30 - Do as much as you can to build your credibility
Resources
Kidulthood
Adulthood
Anuvahood
Twitter: @Femioyeniran
Twitter: @PN_Podcast
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In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why you should not fall in the trap of letting your job define you. We explain why it’s more important to figure out WHO you want to become not WHAT you want to do in order to lead a more empowered life contributing to others.
What You'll Hear 03:15 - Don't worry about "what you want to be when you grow up". Worry about "who". 05:55 - When you describe yourself is your occupation the first thing that comes out of your mouth? 07:30 - Are we putting too much emphasis on career? 09:20 - Are you using your occupation to re-enforce stereotypes? 13:15 - Are you defining yourself with a job you hate? 15:40 - What qualities are you trying to put across when you define yourself with your occupation? 19:15 - Stop saying what you do and talk about how you like to express yourself. 22:50 - Is personal branding a solution to defining yourself with your job? 26:15 - People want to see who you are now over what you do. 28:35 - Who are you when you don't have that job anymore? 30:05 - What do you want your eulogy to say? Resources Your Job Doesn't Define You Subscribe To Powerful Nonsense on iTunes
In this episode, Cem and Wayne expose some of the real reasons why you’re still unemployed. We discuss issues such as cognitive biases caused from hearing/reading about the difficulties of finding work, wanting a job for jobs sake not out of passion and finally relying too heavily on your credentials on paper rather than your personality and experiences.
What You'll Hear:
04:40 – Qualifications do not entitle you to a job
07:40 – Are you suffering from the cognitive bias?
10:45 – Are you being too complacent?
12:10 – Expertise is a saturated market
12:40 – If you try for a job for the money, you’ll lose out to someone with passion.
16:15 – You’re being too picky
17:25 – Work the stop gap job into your bigger picture and know where you’re going
20:00 – Re-frame the questions you’re asking yourself
24:15 – You’ve not been pro-active in gaining experience and interest
RESOURCES
18 Good Reasons You’re Still Unemployed
10 Reasons You are Still Unemployed
Why Are You Still Unemployed
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In this episode, Wayne and Cem explore the root cause of fear and how it often leads to complacency in our lives. We talk about why fear and a lack of control go hand in hand, how biology and society has set us up to play it safe and why learning to friend your fear can help you to re-embrace your intuition and finally take action on the things you want to do.
What You'll Hear:
3:30 – Fear comes in different forms for different people
7:00 – Question what it is you are trying to control
9:00 – Control how you react to scenarios
9:30 – Is complacency just another form of fear?
12:45 – Complacency makes you vulnerable and fragile
15:40 – Don’t always assume that things are out of your control. Take action.
18:15 – Embrace your fear
20:05 – Is your job creating your complacency?
21:45 – Release the fear that is creating your complacency
23:45 – Employment and Self-employment as a mindset
25:45 – Use your fear as a beacon
RESOURCES
Smart Passive Income
Ask Pat
One Day Business Breakthrough
Anti-Fragile – Nassim Taleb
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In this episode, inspired by Seth Godin’s course for freelancers, Wayne and Cem explain why it’s more important than ever to become scarce in order to stay competitive in today’s economy. We discuss why expertise has become a saturated market, the dangers of knowledge abundance and why your connections and reputation are your greatest asset.
What You'll Hear:
2:50 – Take your expertise to the next level by specialising
5:50 – Knowledge is easily accessible. Good execution of that knowledge is scarce
8:35 – Make good connections
10:25 – Why a good reputation leads to greater demand
15:55 – Any business that is over-subscribed needs to play off of their scarcity
19:05 – How convenient and familiar are you?
21:30 – Applying scarcity to different business models
24:40 – Leveraging scarcity as a graduate
RESOURCES
Should You Work For Free?
Seth Godin’s Freelancer Course
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In this episode, Wayne and Cem discuss why it’s important to take regular time out for yourself in order to re-energise your entrepreneurial spirit and nourish your body. We explain why ‘ME Days’ remind us of why we started our businesses and how they can give us the space and silence for creativity and intuition to speak up.
What You'll Hear:
04:40 – What is a REAL Me Day?
08:20 – What a Me Day isn’t
12:55 – Be around people who inspire you
13:35 – Your Me Day needs to be uplifting
13:55 – Focus on your own priorities and have a digital un-plug
14:55 – A Me Day can often be similar to passive meditation
18:00 – By taking a Me Day it takes your brain off of auto-pilot
20:05 – You don’t have to take a whole day. Try taking a Me Hour
21:20 – Engage in non-routines
24:20 – How can we have a good Me Day?
27:10 – If you had a £1,000,000 race horse how would you treat it
RESOURCES
12 Signs Your Burning Out
Anti-Fragile – Nassim Taleb
Head Space App
Simply Being App
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In this episode, Wayne and Cem discuss some effective ways to beat entrepreneurial lows especially in the early stages of starting your business. We explain why having partners, mentors and reconnecting with your ‘why’ can often be the best antidote to moments of entrepreneurial blues.
What You'll Hear:
02:00 – The lows will be regular but you will become better at managing them
04:00 – Make sure that you are always covering your needs
07:15 – Put aside small amounts of extra money and time to ensure you canstay in the game
10:25 – The people around you / your wingman are what you need the most when in the slump.
12:40 – Your lifestyle will cost as much as you allocate to it.
15:05 – If you’re on the entrepreneurial journey you get to work on your own time
16:40 – You only feel really shitty when you’re focusing on yourself.
19:40 – You are privileged to have this opportunity to create something.
21:00 – Re-frame the pressure you are putting on yourself
RESOURCES
Start With Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone To Take Action
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In this episode, Wayne and Cem discuss some reasons why you should get yourself an entrepreneurial wingman/woman and where to find them. We explain how a business partner can help to make up for the skills you lack, hold you accountable, be someone to share the journey with and much more!
In this episode, Wayne and Cem share nine ways to keep yourself afloat when venturing into entrepreneurship. We explain why quitting your day job may not be the best approach, why figuring out our ‘Minimal Viable Lifestyle’ helps you to cover your basics and why honing your emotional relationship with money will allow you to keep mentally stable through challenging times.
In this episode, Wayne and Cem share eight solid reasons why you should consider starting your business today! We discuss why starting a business is the ultimate vehicle for self development, financial independence and the best “job security” available in today’s economy.
With competition writhe these days, inspired by Seth Godin’s book ‘Purple Cow,’ Cem & Wayne discuss why you and your business need to become remarkable in order to compete in today’s economy because average is well and truly over.
In this episode, Cem & Wayne break down exactly what you need to do in order to get paid £100 an hour. We discuss why you need to solve expensive problems, demonstrate extensive knowledge, embrace free work and understand that price is always based on worth not on cost!
In this episode, Cem & Wayne interview TED legend Guy Winch on why entrepreneurs, especially those starting out, have to practice Emotional First Aid in order to deal with rejection, guilt, failure, and other everyday hurts that come with choosing yourself.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne discuss why being vulnerable and sharing your failures can help you to connect with others. We’ll teach you how to turn your f*ck ups in to inspiring stories that will attract mentors, investors, peers and anyone else who can push you forward in your entrepreneurial journey.
This week, Inspired by Ice T, Cem and Wayne discuss why entrepreneurs need to develop a “Fuck It” mentality when venturing into entrepreneurship. We discuss how “Fuck It” can help you to push past the rules, embrace risk and discover where creativity resides by living on the edge!
In this episode Cem and Wayne share some reasons why you may be getting stuck in life or constantly feel unfulfilled based on Philip Mckernan’s book, “Rich On Paper, Poor On Life.” We explore eleven destructive yet common habits that often lead us astray and how to overcome them.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne talk about the dangers of workholism and burnout for new entrepreneurs. We explore the potential dangers, warning signs and early interventions that can be put in to place to help you to avoid a full on crash so that your health and wellbeing become the foundation to your businesses success, not the downfall.
Inspired by Skepta’s Underdrog Psychosis video, Cem and Wayne explore why being the underdog can increase your chances of success as an entrepreneur. We discuss why perceived weakness are often strengths in disguise, why the current economy needs outliers and how being on the back foot can often produce the motivation needed to stand up for what you believe in and take action.
In this episode, Cem and Wayne explore the Bushido Code (武士道?), Literally “the way of the warrior,” the Japanese Samurai philosophy and how we can apply these eight ancient moral codes (not the killing parts) to becoming warriors of the web, loyal to serving others through their entrepreneurial endeavours.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss some reasons why young people should avoid pyramid schemes when starting out on their entrepreneurial journey. We explain the psychology behind their appeal, why they’re gaining popularity in the current economy and how you, your friends and family can avoid losing time and your hard earned cash!
In this episode, Cem and Wayne interview Shawn Manaher fellow podcaster to talk about his journey and transition from 9-5 to sidepreneurship to full-time serial entrepreneur. We'll talk about some of the pitfalls and opportunities in running your business around your corporate job and why keeping your health, relationships and 'why' on track are vital to sustaining your energy as an entrepreneur.
In this episode, Cem & Wayne discuss why it's so important for entrepreneurs and sidepreneurs to figure out the total cost of their minimal viable lifestyle in order to pursue their business ventures without freaking out about money! They share their own financial experiences transitioning into entrepreneurship and why figuring out what's enough and having that covered can increase your opportunities and expose the things you value most.
In this episode, Cem & Wayne interview Mansal Denton to find out just how far some of us are willing to go for the things we deeply desire. Mansal shares his story honestly and openly on how his insecurities landed him in prision for six months and why trying to fit lead him to self-sabotage.
In this episode Cem, Wayne and special guest Richard Strudwick discuss the opportunities and challenges for youth enterprise in the new digital economy. They talk about where the educational system is at and where it needs to be heading in order to foster young entrepreneurs, why good karma can lead to good business and finally we bust through some of the misleading glamour associated with the entrepreneurial lifestyle.
Do you trade time for money? Do you spend more time on entertainment than you do on self education? Are you holding out for that big lottery win? If you answered yes, then chances are you're living with a Poor Man's Mentality. In this episode Cem and Wayne talk about how your current habits and mindset could be hindering your wealth in all aspects of life. They discuss where and how these traits are developed and why awareness and small consistent changes can be the only way out.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss why the education system is constantly playing catch up with technology and why coding classes, textbooks on ipads and digital whiteboards are missing the point when it comes to lauching the classroom of the future. We talk about how education needs to move from knowing to doing, from teacher centered to student centered, from individual to team work in order for students to become economically independent once they leave.
Cem and Wayne welcome special guest Ash Phillips on the show to talk about networking in the 21st century! Ash is the founder of an organisation called YENA (The Young Entrepreneur Networking Association) a social enterprise that brings young people together to increase their opportunities for success. We discuss the common mistakes that young people make when networking as well as debunking some of the myths and outdated information that is currently floating around on the web.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss why, in a world of opportunities and competition it is important to get comfortable saying "no" more often based on James Altucher's new book "The Power Of No." They discuss why we fall in the trap of saying yes even when it's not in our best interest and why saying no more can save you time and money and lead to more value and impact with your yeses!
In this episode Cem and Wayne talk about why we should all be adopting an anti-fragile approach to life by constantly reinventing ourselves in order to stay relevent and fruitful in our careers, our mindsets and our relationships. They discuss several processes you can follow and touch on some of the challenges you may face such as resistance and how to remain authentic when in a constant state of change.
Not a morning person? Do you find yourself skipping breakfast and rushing out of the door with your coffee in toe? What you need is a strong morning routine. In this episode Cem and Wayne explain why morning routines can be the key to unlocking your personal growth. We talk you through several easy morning routines based on our own experiences and learnings from Noah Kagen (GEBY), Michael Hyatt, Hal Elrod (SAVERS) and many other taking as little as 6 minutes per day (if you are often in a rush) to more lengthy routines. No matter how long you invest in your morning routine, these tips could get your day, month or year off to a flying start!
In this episode Cem and Wayne talk about two of the biggest factors towards the success or failure of your 2015; willpower and stress. They discuss the personal energy crisis that many of us face and how that energy crisis often effects the decisions that we make and the life we are able create. We also talk about why reframing how we relate to stress can destroy procrastination and help you to get more done this year.
Happy New Year! In this episode Cem and Wayne reflect on 2014 and share the lessons that they have learned with you. They share their most valuable insights into the mistake that they have made (so you don't have to) as well as the things that they managed to get right and where they're hoping to go in 2015!
In this two part episode, Cem interviews Social Entrepreneur and writer of “How To Be A Student Entrepreneur,” Junior Ogunyemi to talk about why being a student is the optimal time to become an entrepreneur as well as why our digital economy demands entrepreneurship. We discuss how your family upbringing may or may not influence how entrepreneurial you are, why entrepreneurship is 90% mindset, how to find the right mentors to speed up your learning curve and much, much more!
In this two part episode, Cem interviews Social Entrepreneur and writer of “How To Be A Student Entrepreneur,” Junior Ogunyemi to talk about why being a student is the optimal time to become an entrepreneur as well as why our digital economy demands entrepreneurship. We discuss how your family upbringing may or may not influence how entrepreneurial you are, why entrepreneurship is 90% mindset, how to find the right mentors to speed up your learning curve and much, much more!
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss whether there is ever a right time to work for ‘free.’ We talk about why you should care more about what you can learn than what you can earn, especially when you’re just starting out and why working for free is often a symptom of not valuing what you know. We also break down the key points to take into consideration if you’re ever contemplating working for ‘free.’
In this episode Cem and Wayne talk to Doctor, Neuroscientist and Author of ‘Sort Your Brain Out,’ Dr Jack Lewis to discuss whether some of us are actually wired for entrepreneurship and if not, can we change that? We talk all things from, changing identities, habit formation, decision making, mindfulness and how technology, in particular virtual reality, could change the way we train our brains forever!
In this episode, Cem interviews London born brothers John & Josh Okungbaiye, creators of High Spirit Bags (the theft proof bag) to talk about going from idea to action. We discuss why execution is everything when it comes to building a business, why the simplest ideas are often overlooked and how your upbringing and family life can have a major impact on whether you choose the entrepreneurial route or try climbing the corporate ladder.
In this episode Cem and Wayne curate lessons learned from Gary Vaynerchuk’s books, “Crush It” and “Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook” in order to help you to succeed online. We talk about why having a social media profile makes you a media company, why you should be creating content around the psychology of your audience / customer and why embracing the long game and going that extra mile (hustling) means everything nowadays.
In this episode Cem interviews Wheyhey Ice Cream’s Founder Greg Duggan to discuss the ups and downs of starting a food business. We talk about how to get attention from the big guys, dealing with rejection and how he found the courage to keep going when £40,000 worth of stock melted! Greg also explains why it’s extremely important to have a business partner and why universities aren’t doing enough to create young entrepreneurs.
In this episode Cem and Wayne are joined by Powerful Nonsense friend Adam Stansbury to discuss why we should all be taking our sleep more seriously. We discuss several ways to optimise your lifestyle, nutrition and mindset as well as some advanced sleep biohacking tactics so that you can become more productive, have more willpower and make struggling to get up in the morning a thing of the past!
In this episode Cem, Wayne and English Monroe talk NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) and how we can use this highly underutilised tool for directing our own brain to achieve our goals. We discuss why self awareness and introspection is a great place to start when reprogramming your mind. Why we are not our behaviours and how changing your physiology through food and posture can affect your mentality and vice versa. We also share effective exercises that you can do today that will help you to make better decisions and reframe every situation in a way that empowers you.
In this episode Cem and Wayne dive in to James Altucher's ‘Secrets to Personal Finance’ and the many skills that young people need in order to make money and thrive in the digital economy. We cover several points from why we’re never taught how to sell or negotiate, why the education systems avoids creating leaders and why regular re-invention can transform our lives and finances. We also reference several great books and resources on how to become a money making master, build extraordinary relationships and use mindfulness for increased productivity and emotional intelligence.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss why not getting the grades could be the best thing that has ever happened to you. We talk about the unique opportunities that are available to those leaving the educational system. The many ways in which the digital economy has made it easier than ever to build your own (free) education as well as how to find awesome peers and mentors that will give you an experience and self development head start over those following the herd.
In this episode Cem and Wayne interview Akeem Ojuko, creator of The Wild Peanut. We delve into the aftermath of his experience in front of the dragons in BBC’s Dragons Den and find out how and why he decided to pursue entrepreneurship starting with his Ebay business at the age of 16! We discuss the pros and cons of the current educational; system and why a willingness to ask for help can be one of the best tools for up and coming entrepreneurs.
In this episode Cem and Wayne interview Millennial Coach Mallie Toth Rydzik. Mallie is on a mission to show the world that there’s an alternative to giving up five days of your life to your cubicle job and why you shouldn’t let your career define you. We discuss whether being a Millennial is more of a mindset than an age range, the many ways in which technology is empowering the individual and why our constant connectivity is leading us towards greater consciousness and creativity.
In this episode Cem and Wayne talk about the recent BBC documentary “The Men Who Made Us Spend” and discuss if there’s a difference between marketing and manipulation. We cover topics such as the planned obsolescence of products, spending as self expression and whether the web is empowering consumers or increasing our vulnerability to marketers.
In this episode Cem and Wayne introduce several different ways that creatives can monetise their work and art online including, Youtube, eBooks, advertising, affiliates, sponsorship, donations, crowdsourcing, online product creation and services. Will talk about the importance of building your platform and audiences online to gain trust and how you can leverage multiple revenue streams with your art.
In this episode Cem and Wayne interview personal trainer Adam Stansbury. Adam went from being a top fitness model on the front cover of magazines to being hospitalised after coming down with an autoimmune disease that made him reassess his life and career. Adam shares his wealth of fitness experience and talks about the many reasons why entrepreneurs should prioritise their health in the pursuit of their dreams.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss why sidepreneurship may be a good starting point for people interested in taking control of their finances and improving their quality of life. We talk about the common reasons why people avoid pursuing their passion projects and why managing your time and energy through self love and relationships could be exactly what you need in order to finally take action!
In this episode Cem and Wayne interview happiness expert James Lambert. James went from punching people in the face as an illegal bare knuckle fighter to motivation speaker and life coach, he ran 101 marathons to send his friends ill son and their family to Disneyland and recovered from two near fatal motorcycle accidents. He shares how he overcome his dark past and why he’s now on a mission to get people happier through self-acceptance and self-belief.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss why entrepreneurs get paralysed by perfection when launching their product, business or service. We discuss the possible roots of our perfectionism and why just being good enough is often good enough!
In this episode Cem and Wayne interview Blessing Maregere, a multi-award winning young entrepreneur, author & inspirational speaker. He started his first business, a cleaning company, at the age of 16, which turned over £10k a month, employed 6 cleaning staff and he did it all in just 3 months. He shares with us how he did it and why having a positive mindset was key to his success.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss why so many people wait for breaking point before taking action. We also talk about the many reasons why people avoid change and how some people turn their breaking point into a catalyst for massive achievement through a rare phenomenon know as post-traumatic growth.
In this episode Cem and Wayne team up with Mans Denton (TheHackedMind.com) & Kyle Eschenroeder (StartupBros.com) to discuss clever ways entrepreneurs can biohack themselves to better performance in all aspects of life using smart drugs, colds showers, optimising their sleep and much more. They also explain the importance of adopting an ‘anti-fragile’ mindset for growth and why trying to quantify every aspects of life may lead you away from what really matters.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss clever tactics and productivity hacks for getting the work that matters done. We also talk about habit creation and elimination and why busyness is not synonymous with good work.
In this episode Cem and Wayne take a back seat to interview English Monroe, Creative Director of FIVEPOUNDTEE.COM to discuss why we need to upgrade our thinking in order to reach our full potential. English talks about his journey through music, mma and fashion, battling depression and suicidal thoughts and how he used the internet as a resource to not only help him through the tough times but to also build a thriving mindset capable of winning at both business and life.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss why we humans are so adverse to change. We talk about how personal and social expectations make us stick with familiar patterns and why our need for short term gratification holds us back from creating a happier future self.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss why we all need to create reality distortion fields in order to pursue our goals in life and in business. We talk ALOT about Steve Jobs and how his mindset could have been responsible for both his success and his demise. We also look in to the neuroscience of ‘reality distortion’ and why it all begins with you.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss why we’ve fallen out of love with education and what we can do to rekindle our natural curiosity for learning. We discuss why it’s so important to let go of our past schooling shames in order to make the most of this intellectual revolution and how self-education is key in freeing us to learn what we’re passionate about without judgement.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss why we should be regularly assessing our work-life balance for a healthier and more rewarding life. We discuss the reasons why people get trapped in their work dominated lifestyles and how they can turn things around by focusing on small wins and narrowing down on what’s really important.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss ways in which we can rekindle of childhood curiosity in order to become more creative and open ourselves up for growth. We discuss the reasons why people become less curious in later life and share techniques and practices in order to reconnect with this catalyst for creativity.
In this St Patrick’s Day special, Cem and Wayne discuss whether or not some people are born lucky or whether it’s a product of our own creation. We talk about why superstitions can be both positive and negative when it comes to success as well as sharing ways you can combat your fatalistic outlook if you’re an ‘unlucky’ person.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss how education is failing and how teachers need to become empowered in collaboration with technology to turn things around. We also talk about ‘Steve Jobs Schools’ and other institutions leading the way in modern education.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss why comparing yourself to others can be both beneficial but also destructive if you’re not mindful. We also talk about whether technology is making it easier or harder to fall into the comparison trap and why comparing intrinsic values is more productive than extrinsic values.
In this episode Cem and Wayne talk about the new Frontline Documentary 'Generation Like' and whether social media's intrusiveness in our lives is fragmenting reality online and whether corporations are taking advantage of the digital underclass.
In this episode Cem and Wayne talk about whether our education system has trained young people for vision or out of it, the difference between creating art for ourselves against creating for others and whether our economy is really set up for the artist to prosper.
In this episode Cem and Wayne answer a listener’s question which is, "I'm so indecisive, how can I test an idea out before I dive into it." They discuss the dangers of NOT validating an idea first as well as several low cost methods to do so including utilising social media, pre-selling and much more.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss the importance of selling the emotions that come with what you do/provide rather than exclusively promoting your accolades and qualifications. They discuss how connecting with someones pains and desires can yield better results and create customers or employment.
In this episode Wayne and Cem discuss why you should be considering what your job will look like in the coming years, whether you'll be working with or against intelligent machines as well as insights on how you can future-proof your career.
In this episode Cem and Wayne explain how the share/digital economy has created successful businesses such as Airbnb, Etsy and Kickstarter by helping people to monetise excess resources and knowledge. They also discuss why you should consider piggy backing your business on other peoples platforms such as ebay and amazon and why your story often is your most important asset.
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss the flaws of pay-per-hour and salary based earnings versus a more commission/results based structure. They also cover the importance of valuing your self-worth and how it can be dangerous to both undersell and oversell the value that you provide
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss the ways in which society steers us into believing that a "proper job" is the best way to earn a living. They discuss the indecisions that many people face when leaving education as well as our addiction to authority and more.
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As 2014 moves in have you been keeping up with your New Years resolutions? Cem and Wayne discuss the 80/20 rule, "rocking chair goal setting" as well as why you can't rely solely on willpower.
Cem and Wayne introduce themselves to you in this first episode of Powerful Nonsense Podcast and present questions and views on how to build a business to fund your passions. In this podcast we talk about the following points;
- Finding your ‘why’ for what you do.
- Minimum viable living - Discussing and learning how to live on less.
- The importance of building a mastermind group / network of support & motivation.
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