Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal

Ali Abdaal
Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal Podcast

Dr Ali Abdaal is the world’s most followed productivity expert and author of Feel-Good Productivity, the brand new book that reveals why the secret to productivity isn’t discipline, it’s joy. In his podcast, Deep Dive, Ali sits down with inspiring creators, thinkers, entrepreneurs and high performers to help listeners build lives that they love. Ali’s cheerful style, positive approach, and well-researched content have made him a trusted voice when it comes to productivity. The internet means that we have access to more knowledge and information than ever before - but it can also be overwhelming. So, Ali and his expert guests focus on simple, scientifically proven, and actionable steps you can take to make real changes in your life. Ali’s a firm believer that happiness isn’t the result of success - in fact, happiness is the key to success in the first place. Ali made this discovery while working as a doctor in a chaotic hospital ward. In the past, hard work had been the answer to every obstacle in his life. But no amount of hard work was going to combat panic and burnout. So, Ali dedicated himself to figuring out a new approach to productivity - one that focuses on enjoying the journey and working towards truly meaningful goals. Deep Dive, with its authentic and engaging conversations, will give you all the insights you need to do just that.

  1. AUG 29

    Chasing Success vs True Fulfilment - Nat Eliason

    💌 Sign up to LifeNotes here 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast Sponsored by YNAB - visit http://www.ynab.com/abdaal  Sponsored by Brilliant - visit https://brilliant.org/DeepDive/ for a 30-day free trial and 20% off Brilliant's annual premium subscription If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0b_PD40 I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0b_Pdd0 📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/p...  📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast In today’s episode, I sit down with Nat Eliason to discuss known costs with unknowable benefits, overcoming short-term bias, and the importance of timing in life decisions. We explore the concept of finite versus infinite games, focusing on long-term fulfilment over short-term gains. Nat also shares insights into his daily writing routine and his book, *Crypto Confidential*, which offers an engaging look into the crypto world. Enjoy 🙂 (00:00) Known Costs with Unknowable Benefits (07:11) Overcoming Short-Term Bias (13:25) The Timing of Life Decisions (25:13) The Value of Standing Social Events (38:22) Trusting Your Negative Gut (41:11) The Allure of Money (42:07) The Dangers of Being Driven by Money (43:54) Choosing Long-Term Fulfillment over Short-Term Wins (50:35) Balancing Work and Passion in a Daily Routine (01:01:55) The Power of Infinite Games (01:17:54) Crypto Confidential: A Thrilling and Educational Journey 🔗 CONNECT WITH NAT 🐦 X ( Twitter )  📸 Instagram  💻 Website  👥 Linkedin  🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI 🎥 YouTube Channel 🐦 X ( Twitter ) 📸 Instagram 💻 Website 👥 Linkedin 📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/ 🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.  Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor  🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE  Apple Podcasts  Spotify  RSS  🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW  If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/ 👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH  You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏 PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    1h 24m
  2. AUG 15

    Life’s Meaning Outside of Work - Simone Stolzoff

    💌 Sign up to LifeNotes here 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast Sponsored by YNAB - visit http://www.ynab.com/abdaal  Sponsored by Brilliant - visit https://brilliant.org/DeepDive/ for a 30-day free trial and 20% off Brilliant's annual premium subscription If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bLbMy0 I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bLbzc0  📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/p...  📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast In this episode of Deep Dive, I sit down with Simone Stolzoff to explore how work and identity often intertwine, and why it’s essential to find meaning beyond just a job. We talk about the importance of investing in different areas of life, setting realistic expectations for work, and finding fulfilment outside of the career. Tune in for practical tips on how to diversify your identity, prioritise what truly matters, and embrace a balanced approach to life. 🙂 (00:00) Intro (03:15) Work and Identity (05:04) The Risks of High Expectations for a Dream Job (08:24) Investing in Multiple Identities (12:36) Finding Meaning Outside of Work (18:41) Evergreen Characteristics (28:02) Investing in Physical Health (31:28) Developing Identities That Are Valuable to You (32:59) The Fulfillment of Work as a Means to an End (34:24) The Pressure to Find a Dream Job (44:31) Diversifying Your Identity Beyond Work 🔗 CONNECT WITH SIMONE 🐦 X ( Twitter )  📸 Instagram  💻 Website 👥 Linkedin 🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI 🎥 YouTube Channel 🐦 X ( Twitter ) 📸 Instagram 💻 Website 👥 Linkedin 📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/ 🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.  Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor  🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE  Apple Podcasts  Spotify  RSS  🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW  If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/ 👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH  You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏 PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    1h 2m
  3. AUG 1

    How to make $10k/month from a community - Jordan Godbey

    💌 Sign up to LifeNotes here 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy here 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bwKcT0  I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bwKcd0 If you want to see how Jordan helped us build Productivity Lab, you can find out here 👉 https://growthcommunity.co/ali/ Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/podcast 📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bwKnY0 In today's episode, I discuss with Jordan the process of building a $10,000 per month online business through online communities. We delve into different types of communities, the challenges associated with managing them, the misconception of passive income, and effective pricing strategies for membership programs. Enjoy 🙂 (00:00) Intro (01:41) The Path to $10,000 a Month (02:38) Solving Existing Problems vs. Creating New Ideas (03:36) The Pros and Cons of Online Communities as a Business Model (05:30) Different Types of Online Communities (09:45) Why People Pay for Online Communities (12:05) Peer Communities: Low-Ticket Value from Connection (15:18) Proximity Communities: High-Ticket Value from Close Relationships (21:32) Community-Powered Courses (24:21) Transformational Communities (27:42) The Challenges (29:36) The Reality of Building and Monetising Online Communities (37:18) Designing the Offer  (37:48) The Power of Accountability  (45:00) Value-Based Pricing and Transformation (54:36) Navigating the Emotional Aspects of Pricing (58:18) Aligning Incentives with Recurring Revenue (01:02:06) Different Pricing Models for Different Audiences 🔗 CONNECT WITH JORDAN 🐦 X ( Twitter ) 💻 Website 👥 Linkedin 🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI 🎥 YouTube Channel 🐦 X ( Twitter ) 📸 Instagram 💻 Website 👥 Linkedin 📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/ 🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.  Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor  🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE  Apple Podcasts  Spotify  RSS  🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW  If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/ 👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH  You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏 PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    1h 16m
  4. JUL 25

    Success Beyond Money: Joe Hudson

    💌 Sign up to LifeNotes here 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast Sponsored by Brilliant - visit https://brilliant.org/DeepDive/ and the first 200 of you will get 20% off Brilliant's annual premium subscription. I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bnK_g0  📚 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 https://go.feelgoodproductivity.com/podcast  📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bnL4J0 In today's episode, I chat with Joe Hudson about success, money, and fulfilment. We discuss having a purpose beyond money, the role of joy in success, and how emotions affect decisions. Joe shares insights on self-awareness, spirituality, and parenting, emphasizing the importance of listening to oneself and valuing connection. We end with advice for those turning 30: embrace the changes that come with age. Enjoy! (00:00) The Relationship Between Success, Money, and Fulfillment (05:23) The Importance of Enjoyment in Achieving Success (08:13) The Role of Emotions in Decision-Making (13:29) Developing Emotional Fluidity (28:23) Balancing Financial Security and Passion (37:06) Tools for Accessing and Releasing Emotions (38:04) The Impact of Childhood Experiences on Emotional Expression (39:32) The Role of Emotional Support in Relationships (40:58) Dropping Defensiveness and Being Present with Emotions (46:14) Exploring and Releasing Guilt and Shame (01:02:05) Enlightenment as an Expansion of Self and Time (01:13:56) Listening to Yourself and Following Your Wants (01:15:21) Connection Over Perfection (01:18:07) Embracing Vulnerability and Open-Heartedness (01:21:22) Hand-in-Hand Parenting for Emotional Processing (01:24:33) The Seven Key Factors for Success and Fulfillment (01:46:20) Embracing the Softening with Age 🔗 CONNECT WITH JOE 🎥 YouTube Channel 🐦 X ( Twitter ) 📸 Instagram 💻 Website 🎙️Podcast 🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI 🎥 YouTube Channel 🐦 X ( Twitter ) 📸 Instagram 💻 Website 👥 Linkedin 📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/ 🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.  Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor  🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE  Apple Podcasts  Spotify  RSS  🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW  If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/ 👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH  You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏 PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    1h 49m
  5. JUL 18

    Lessons from 17 Years of Podcasting - Jordan Harbinger

    💌 Sign up to LifeNotes here 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast If you want to start or grow a channel, check out my Part-Time YouTuber Academy here 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bg4jn0  GIVEAWAY: We've hit 500,000 subscribers 🎉 To say thank you we're giving away a bunch of special prizes 🎁 To enter hit the link (it's free!) 👉  http://aliabdaal.com/win-the-deep-dive-bundle I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bg4kh0  Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bg4mq0  📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bg4pb0 In today's episode, I sit down with Jordan Harbinger. We explore topics such as imposter syndrome, the passion vs. money debate, and the importance of building relationships for career success. He also shares his journey from law to podcasting and how following his curiosity brought him fulfilment. Enjoy 🙂 (00:00) Intro (12:16) Imposter Syndrome and the Pressure of Competition (21:33) Passion vs Financial Success (35:11) Building Relationships (38:36) Helping Others without Expecting Anything in Return (38:58) Transitioning from Law to Podcasting (54:31) Avoiding Lifestyle Creep (58:24) Following Curiosity over Dollars (01:02:11) The Freedom of Podcasting (01:09:36) Financial Freedom and Values (01:14:49) Prioritising Safety and Happiness (01:18:09) Navigating the Unpredictability of Parenting (01:22:31) Balancing Career and Family (01:26:49) The Role of Money in Parenting (01:35:16) Prioritising Family Time and Experiences (01:45:22) Considering the Impact of Children on Your Career 🔗 CONNECT WITH JORDAN 🎥 YouTube Channel 🐦 X ( Twitter ) 📸 Instagram 💻 Website 👥 Linkedin 🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI 🎥 YouTube Channel 🐦 X ( Twitter ) 📸 Instagram 💻 Website 👥 Linkedin 📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/ 🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.  Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor  🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE  Apple Podcasts  Spotify  RSS  🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW  If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/ 👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH  You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏 PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    1h 57m
  6. JUL 11

    How to Master your Nervous System for Productivity and Joy - Jonny Miller

    💌 Sign up to LifeNotes here 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast Sponsored by Brilliant - visit https://brilliant.org/DeepDive/ and the first 200 of you will get 20% off Brilliant's annual premium subscription. GIVEAWAY: We've hit 500,000 subscribers 🎉 To say thank you we're giving away a bunch of special prizes 🎁 To enter hit the link (it's free!) 👉  http://aliabdaal.com/win-the-deep-dive-bundle I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0b7n0m0  Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 Amazon Website 📧 Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0b7n1Y0 In today's episode, I sit down with Jonny Miller to explore the importance of understanding and regulating the nervous system to enhance productivity, joy, and overall well-being. Jonny shares his personal journey through grief and how it led him to study the nervous system. We talk about emotional debt, the importance of emotion processing, and much more. Enjoy! :) (01:18) Understanding the Nervous System(06:11) Practical Strategies for Shifting States(09:25) Emotional Fluidity(10:52) Decision-Making and Emotions(14:09) Balancing Responsibility for Emotions(19:45) Exploring Triggers and Emotional Debt(23:39) Challenging Stoicism(30:06) Emotional Regulation Techniques(35:19) Triggers (43:05) Grief as a Catalyst for Personal Growth(47:57) Exploring Meditation and Breath-work(01:14:14) Vulnerability and Connection(01:15:12) The Benefits of Men's Groups(01:18:00) Shifting Mindset and Ambition with Age(01:19:26) The Pursuit of Safety and Progress(01:31:57) The Experimental Mindset in Finding What Works 🔗 CONNECT WITH JONNY🫁  Nervous System Mastery🎥  YouTube🐦  X (Twitter) 🎙  Podcast 👥  Linkedin  🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI 🎥 YouTube Channel 🐦 X ( Twitter ) 📸 Instagram 💻 Website 👥 Linkedin 📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/🖊  Free Nervous System Self-Assessment - assessment.nsmastery.com🏔️ Playbook for Starting a Men’s Group: https://bit.ly/mens-group-playbook📚 Meditation Book Recommendation: ‘The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young: https://a.co/d/8dhbHEt 🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.  Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor  🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE  Apple Podcasts  Spotify  RSS  🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW  If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/ 👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH  You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏 PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    1h 49m
  7. JUL 4

    The Pursuit of Wealth: Barista to Billionaire - Andrew Wilkinson

    💌 Sign up to LifeNotes here 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0b1Wpd0 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 Amazon Website Sign up for LifeNotes - my weekly newsletter where I share actionable productivity tips, practical life advice, and high-quality insights from across the web directly to your inbox. 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0b1WqQ0  In today’s episode, I sit down with Andrew Wilkinson to discuss his incredible journey from barista to billionaire entrepreneur. We explore his insights on money, success, and happiness and how he has navigated the challenges that come with wealth. Andrew shares the concept of anti-goals and the importance of designing a life that aligns with your values and brings joy. Enjoy 🙂 (00:00) The Downsides of Being a Billionaire (01:27) The Power of Delegation  (08:53) Challenges Associated with Fame (23:19) Designing a Fulfilling Life with Anti-Goals (28:31) Flow State and Meaningful Work (29:01) The Impact of Money on Relationships and Family Dynamics (35:19) Navigating Social Circles and Status (39:54) The Happiness of Experiences and Time (45:54) Building a Durable Business (01:06:19) Long-Term Success (01:12:03) Building a Personal Monopoly  (01:13:56) Monetisation Strategies (01:16:20) Cash Flow (01:29:07) Building Productivity Software  (01:37:21) Learning from Mistakes 🔗 CONNECT WITH ANDREW 📖 Andrew’s New Book 🐦 X (Twitter) 👥 Linkedin  🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI 🎥 YouTube Channel 🐦 X ( Twitter ) 📸 Instagram 💻 Website 👥 Linkedin 📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/ 🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.  Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor  🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE  Apple Podcasts  Spotify  RSS  🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW  If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/ 👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH  You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏 PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    1h 49m
  8. JUN 27

    How to Make $10k/Month as a Writer - Nicolas Cole

    💌 Sign up to LifeNotes here 👉 https://go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/podcast ✍️ 5 Steps To Become A Premium Ghostwriter 👉 https://premiumghostwritingblueprint.com/?el=ColeInterview2&htrafficsource=Ali_YT Sponsored by Brilliant - visit https://brilliant.org/DeepDive/ and the first 200 of you will get 20% off Brilliant's annual premium subscription. Sponsored by Hostinger. Go to https://www.hostinger.com/aliabdaal and use the code ALIABDAAL to get 10% off your own website and domain. I’ve built a brand new community for like-minded people called Productivity Lab. We’ll have online classes, workshops, and coaching to help you double your productivity. You can find out more here 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H09Xc-40 Check Out My New York Times Bestselling Book Feel-Good Productivity! 👉 Amazon Website In today’s episode, I sit down with Nicolas Cole, and we explore the fastest path to making $10,000 per month as a writer, why monetising through a service is often more effective than selling products, and we debunk the myth that you need a large following to start earning money. We also cover the pros and cons of traditional publishing versus self-publishing and delve into the intricacies of book deals and distribution. Finally, we discuss Feel-Good Productivity, the process of writing a book, overcoming self-doubt, and the benefits of immersive writing sprints. Enjoy :) (00:00) Introduction (03:48) The Fastest Path to Monetisation(08:00) The Value of Your Knowledge(19:08) The ROI of Free Work(25:26) The Three Services Every Business Owner Needs(26:47) Identifying Potential Clients (40:46) The Abundance Mindset (57:35) Doing the Work(01:09:26) Traditional Publishing vs. Self-Publishing(01:29:19) Overcoming Self-Doubt (01:46:55) Expanding the Feel-Good Productivity Category(01:57:41) Immersive Writing Sprints 🔗 CONNECT WITH NICOLAS🎥 YouTube Channel 🐦 X (Twitter)📸 Instagram💻 Website 🔗 CONNECT WITH ALI 🎥 YouTube Channel 🐦 X ( Twitter ) 📸 Instagram 💻 Website 👥 Linkedin 📄SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/ 🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.  Want to start your own podcast? We use Transistor! https://go.aliabdaal.com/transistor  🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE  Apple Podcasts  Spotify  RSS  🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW  If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show :) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deep-dive-with-ali-abdaal/ 👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH  You can also Tweet @AliAbdaal with any feedback, ideas or thoughts about the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏 PS: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links that I get a kickback from 😜

    2h 4m

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Dr Ali Abdaal is the world’s most followed productivity expert and author of Feel-Good Productivity, the brand new book that reveals why the secret to productivity isn’t discipline, it’s joy. In his podcast, Deep Dive, Ali sits down with inspiring creators, thinkers, entrepreneurs and high performers to help listeners build lives that they love. Ali’s cheerful style, positive approach, and well-researched content have made him a trusted voice when it comes to productivity. The internet means that we have access to more knowledge and information than ever before - but it can also be overwhelming. So, Ali and his expert guests focus on simple, scientifically proven, and actionable steps you can take to make real changes in your life. Ali’s a firm believer that happiness isn’t the result of success - in fact, happiness is the key to success in the first place. Ali made this discovery while working as a doctor in a chaotic hospital ward. In the past, hard work had been the answer to every obstacle in his life. But no amount of hard work was going to combat panic and burnout. So, Ali dedicated himself to figuring out a new approach to productivity - one that focuses on enjoying the journey and working towards truly meaningful goals. Deep Dive, with its authentic and engaging conversations, will give you all the insights you need to do just that.

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