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.
The Dark Side of Working From Home
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 … Read More
Declaring To-Do List Bankruptcy
My to-do list became unmanageable so I did it. I declared to-do list bankruptcy. In our 24/7 365 working culture that we now have due to technology, our to-do lists never stop growing and if we don’t keep on top of them, we’ll never have the pleasure of seeing our to-do list empty. I don’t know about you but often … Read More
Is Your Facebook Feed Really Serving You?
Have you ever found yourself logged in to someone else’s Facebook account? It’s amazing how easily you can judge a person’s character based on the posts that appear in their feed and it’s why online marketing is becoming more powerful than ever but have you ever stopped to consider whether YOUR feed is really serving you?
Set For Life
We’ve all heard the phrase “Set For Life” being thrown around in conversations… “If I won the lottery, I’d be set for life.” “If I got that dream job, I’d be set for life.” “If I found ‘the one,’ we’d be set for life.” But in all honestly, why would you ever want to be set for life?
6 Ways To Improve Your Life By Noah Kagan
1. GEBY – Engineer A Great Morning Adopt this process for your morning routine to get more out of your day: G: Be grateful for seemingly small things in your life. E: Make exercise a priority (and not just in a gym). B: Eat a healthy breakfast. Y: Do something just for you. (E.g. Go to your favorite restaurant) Find … Read More
18 Quotes On Self-Renewal By John W. Gardner
I just finished reading Self-Renewal – the Individual & the Innovative Society (Paper) by John W. Gardner which I found extremely thought provoking and motivating as a young person, here are my favourite book clippings! “A society decays when its institutions and individuals lose their vitality.” “A society must court the kinds of change that will enrich and strengthen it, rather than … Read More
29. Have We Been Programmed To Spend?
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. [smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/powerfulnonsense/2014-08-02T02_58_22-07_00.mp3″ title=”Have We Been … Read More
9 Ways To Overcome Underdog Psychosis Inspired By Skepta
1. Just because you don’t fit in to the system doesn’t mean there’s something wrong with you. “We run our schools like factories. We line kids up in straight rows, put them in batches, and work very hard to make sure there are no defective parts. Nobody standing out, falling behind, running ahead, making a ruckus.” – Seth Godin Systems are … Read More
#23. Who Said You Can’t Be Young and Successful? w/ Blessing Maregere
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 … Read More