Unfrazzle
A podcast for solo business owners who have a big, exciting vision and loads of ideas.
Each week I share bitesize insights to help you stop faffing and stay focused, so you can feel on it, finish your brilliant ideas and make a bigger impact in the world. All episodes are under 10-minutes, so I hope you can find a moment to Unfrazzle every week.
Grab a cuppa, scroll through the episodes below and join me, as we step away from the hustle and find a kinder, more sustainable approach to productivity.
Episode 56: Why there is such a thing as too much fun
Have you ever been so engrossed in what you’re doing that you’ve lost all track of time? When you’re doing work you love, it can be hard to step away. But is there such a thing as too much fun? I think there is. And in this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I explain why.
Episode 55: A tip on prioritisation. Sort of.
Do you ever find yourself in a pickle because you’ve got so much to do, it all feels important, and you don’t know where to start? In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle, I share a suggestion for what you can do in-the-moment, and explain why it’s better to get ahead of it by prioritising before the stakes get too high.
Episode 54: Why there’s freedom in structure (and how to find it)
Have you ever felt allergic to structure? That you’d rather just go with the flow?
In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share why finding just the right amount of structure can actually give you back your freedom, as well as help you get the important things done. I also share some ideas to help you get started.
Episode 53: Eight common planning mistakes that are hurting your productivity
Have you read all the books, tried all the apps and bought all the planners but you still haven’t found a way to plan that actually works (aka helps you get the important stuff done)?
In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share eight common planning mistakes that are hurting solo business owners’ productivity, and how to avoid them.
Episode 52: Are you afraid to ask for help?
When you’re a smart, savvy business owner, admitting you need help can be hard. We think we should be able to do everything ourselves, and it can feel a bit embarrassing to admit we’re struggling. In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share why asking for help feels terrifying, and why we should do it anyway.
Episode 51: Why I stopped being scared to talk about planning
After six weeks of Summer Rewind episodes, I’m back!
This brand new episode of Unfrazzle explores a topic I’ve been reluctant to talk about for way too long: Planning.
If you’ve had bad experiences with planning in the past, or if the very idea makes you want to nod off, I hope this episode will change your perspective, showing you just how powerful planning can be, when it’s done in the right way.
Episode 50: SUMMER REWIND - Why your work ethic isn’t working
Having a strong work ethic is usually considered a positive thing in our society. After all, the opposite of that is laziness, right? In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share why a strong work ethic can actually be a problem when you’re a solo business owner, and suggest a different approach that’ll keep you topped up with inspiration and that doesn’t make you lazy!
Episode 49: SUMMER REWIND - Ever feel like you’re playing catch up?
When things don’t go according to plan and you’re behind where you wanted to be, do you feel like you need to catch up? In today’s episode of Unfrazzle I explain why I don’t think that’s helpful, and what you can do instead.
Episode 48: SUMMER REWIND - Busy rushing from this thing to that thing to the other thing?
When you started your business, did you imagine you’d spend every day rushing from one thing to the next to the next? It’s easy to fall into that pattern, particularly when you’re full of brilliant ideas and there’s loads you want to be doing in the world. This week’s episode of Unfrazzle is a gentle invitation to consider what you’re missing when you’re always in a hurry.
Episode 47: SUMMER REWIND - Do you have trouble switching off?
Is your work creeping into your evenings, stopping you from switching off and being present for life outside of your business? In today’s episode I invite you to create your very own evening ritual, and share some ideas to get you started.
Episode 46: SUMMER REWIND - What to do when you don't feel like it
What do you do when you’re not in the mood to get the important things done in your business? In this episode I share some ideas to help you keep taking action, even when you’re not feeling it.
Episode 15: Are you where your feet are?
Whether you’re rushing around trying to get everything done, heading into hibernation-mode, getting ready for fun festive frolics or readying yourself for travel, the mantra I share in this episode of Unfrazzle is for you.
Episode 14: New year, new planner?
It happens every year. The bombardment of ‘new year new you’ messages designed to get us believing that if we just buy xxxx thing, all our problems will be solved. In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share why I’m not buying it, why a shiny new planner might not actually be the answer to your prayers, and what it really takes to get organised in 2024.
Episode 13: Could taking action be holding you back?
What if taking action was actually getting in the way of your productivity? In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share why there’s more to getting stuff done than meets the eye. And why too much doing could actually be holding you back.
Episode 12: Why are your ideas stuck on the backburner?
Over the years I’ve seen way too many brilliant projects and ideas stuck on the backburner when they should be making an impact out in the world. In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I share the cycle many business owners get stuck in that leaves them surrounded by half-finished projects. Does it feel familiar to you too?
Episode 11: Busy rushing from this thing to that thing to the other thing?
When you started your business, did you imagine you’d spend every day rushing from one thing to the next to the next? It’s easy to fall into that pattern, particularly when you’re full of brilliant ideas and there’s loads you want to be doing in the world. This week’s episode of Unfrazzle is a gentle invitation to consider what you’re missing when you’re always in a hurry.
Episode 10: Are you noticing what works?
We’re all very good at spotting when things aren’t working, but are you paying enough attention to what DOES work? In this week’s episode of Unfrazzle I challenge you to counter your in-built negativity bias and see what that does for your productivity.
Episode 9: Ever feel you're playing catch up?
When things don’t go according to plan and you’re behind where you wanted to be, do you feel like you need to catch up? In today’s episode of Unfrazzle I explain why I don’t think that’s helpful, and what you can do instead.
Episode 8: Riding the emotional rollercoaster
It can be hard to stay on track when life throws you a curveball. So what do you do when emotions are running high? Hide under your duvet and wait for it to pass, or do your best to recalibrate. In this episode I share why it’s ok if things don’t go according to plan, and how two heads are often better than one.
Episode 7: The messy, muddy middle
Have you ever sat down to work on something for a few hours and felt disappointed with what you had to show for it? Me too! Frustrating as it is, sometimes we have to wade through the mud to get to the treasure. In this episode I share some tips to keep you moving forward, even when things feel tough.