Distracted

Angela Lockwood
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Welcome to 'Distracted with Angela Lockwood,' the podcast where practical meets purposeful in the pursuit of focus mastery. Angela Lockwood, a renowned occupational therapist and author, invites you to join her to explore brain-boosting strategies, gain insights from experts, and be inspired by real-life stories of people who navigate a noisy world. Whether you are a busy executive, business owner, parent or student, distraction stops us from living the life we choose. It’s time to explore the age of distraction and learn the art of focus with Angela and her guest experts. Ready to reclaim your focus? Visit www.angelalockwood.com.au to connect with Angela and learn how you can thrive in the age of distraction.

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    93: Reducing Overwhelm For Your Team

    93: Reducing Overwhelm For Your Team In this episode, Angela Lockwood discusses practical strategies for team leaders and managers to minimise overwhelm within their teams. She emphasises the importance of clear communication, effective meeting strategies, and creating an environment that fosters focus and productivity. By utilising the AIM framework (Awareness, Intention, Mastery), leaders can help their teams navigate distractions and enhance their overall wellbeing. The episode provides actionable insights for leaders to implement immediately, ensuring their teams can thrive in a demanding work environment.  By listening to the episode you will learn; 👉 How to identify the distractors impacting on you and your team. 👉 How to make meetings focused and purposeful. 👉 Practical strategies to enhance focus across your team throughout the week. 👉 How to be the role model of focus within your team.  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Team Overwhelm 02:50 Understanding the Overwhelm Epidemic 05:58 The AIM Framework for Focus 08:50 Identifying Team Distractions 12:02 Effective Meeting Strategies 22:11 Encouraging Autonomy and Quiet Time 25:50 Batching Communications for Clarity

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    92: Unpredictable Focus

    92: Unpredictable Focus In this episode, Angela Lockwood discusses the concept of unexpected focus, exploring how unforeseen events can disrupt our plans and priorities. She emphasises the importance of recognising these distractions and offers strategies to manage them effectively. By asking ourselves where does our focus need to be, what can wait, and who can help, we can navigate life's interruptions with greater clarity and intention. Angela encourages listeners to embrace the unpredictability of life while maintaining a sense of control over their attention and energy. By listening to the episode you will learn; 👉 How unexpected events can shift our focus away from planned priorities. 👉 That consistent focused action is effective when life is smooth, but distractions are inevitable. 👉 How to recognise when to shift focus is crucial for emotional resilience. 👉 How to be present in the moment to enhance your ability to cope with unexpected events. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Unexpected Focus 07:42 Understanding Distractions and Life's Interruptions 12:50 Strategies for Managing Unexpected Focus 24:20 Recap and Final Thoughts on Focus

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    91: Bookend Habits For Better Focus

    91: Bookend Habits for Better Focus In this episode of Distracted, Angela Lockwood discusses the importance of bookend routines for enhancing focus and productivity. She shares practical strategies for preparing for the week ahead on Sunday nights, wrapping up tasks on Friday afternoons, and establishing effective morning and evening routines. By implementing these routines, listeners can achieve greater mental clarity, reduce overwhelm, and create a structured approach to their daily and weekly tasks. By listening to the episode you will learn; 👉 Why it is difficult to stick with new habits. 👉 Why creating routines to your day helps with focus and productivity. 👉 Simple bookend strategies that can create space in your week. 👉 How to stay consistent with habits that make a difference for you. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Bookend Routines 06:03 Sunday Night Preparation 12:21 Friday Afternoon Wrap-Up 18:39 Morning Bookend Routine 24:04 Evening Bookend Routine ⬇️ Book The Focus Formula Workshop for Your Team In today's fast-paced world, professionals are constantly pulled in multiple directions, struggling to manage time, energy and priorities. If you find yourself overwhelmed by distractions, juggling too many tasks, or unable to focus on what is important, it's time to take control. See how Angela can support you at www.angelalockwood.com.au/professionals Don't forget to subscribe, rate and share the Distracted Podcast on all of your favourite platforms!

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    90: Building Your Support Network For Growth

    90: Building your Support Network For Growth In this engaging conversation, Angela Lockwood and Janine Garner explore the transformative power of connection and networking in business. But not networking as you know it.  In the episode Janine emphasises that true networking is not about transactional exchanges but about building genuine relationships that foster growth and support. Despite us all being busy and often distracted Janine introduces the concept of four key roles we all need in a support network and how to identify and reach out to these four key people to help you thrive in your work and life.  If you are feeling isolated in your business and work and are looking to scale, grow and find greater fulfilment in your work, then this episode to listen to. Janine shares strategies and insights that will change the way you work and the way you connect with others. By listening to the episode you will learn; 👉 How building a focused team of support is your key to business growth. 👉 The importance of making connections not transactions. 👉 How the only competitive advantage in the age of AI is what we think. 👉 The reasons we hold ourselves back from making beneficial connections.👉 Strategies to identify what you need, who can held and how to reach out to them. You can connect with Janine Garner at www.janinegarner.com.au Chapters 00:00 The Power of Connection 07:56 Rethinking Networking: From Transactional to Relational 15:47 Building Your Support Network: The Four Key Roles 24:55 The Nature of Networking 30:11 Intentional Connections 36:53 The Power of Gratitude 42:23 Building Deep Relationships

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    89: The Downside Of Deciding

    89: The Downside of Deciding In this episode, Angela Lockwood delves into the complexities of decision-making, exploring the challenges of indecision and the overwhelm of making a decision in the face of so many choices.  She shares personal experiences and insights on how fear of missing out and overwhelm can hinder our ability to make choices. Angela emphasises that while we may not know the right decision until we make it, each choice leads to new opportunities and growth. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace the unknown and recognise the continuous journey of making choices in life with a balance of logic and intuition. By listening to the episode you will learn; 👉 Why making a decision in the face os so many choices can keep us stuck. 👉 How to move past the fear of the unknown to make better decisions. 👉 How to make the most effective decisions by balancing logic and intuition. 👉 How to get comfortable with never knowing if you have made the right decision until after you have made it. 👉 Embracing that learning from past decisions is crucial for growth. Chapters 00:00 The Power of Decision-Making 03:42 Navigating Indecision and Overwhelm 10:01 The Role of Logic and Intuition in Choices 20:13 Embracing the Unknown in Decision-Making 28:14 The Continuum of Choices and Learning from Decisions

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    88: Self-Regulation For Back To School Success

    88: Self-Regulation For Back To School Success In this episode, Angela Lockwood discusses the importance of self-regulation for children, especially as they transition back to school. She emphasises the need for parents and educators to support children in managing their emotions, understanding the complexities of emotional regulation, and providing strategies to help them cope with challenges. The conversation covers factors that affect self-regulation, such as brain development, relationships, and routines, and concludes with actionable strategies for adults to model and teach self-regulation skills to children. By listening to the episode you will learn; 👉 The importance of self-regulation in developing resilient, confident children. 👉 How to develop the skills of emotional regulation for children. 👉 The foundation practices that will improve your child's self-regulation skills. 👉 How to model calm behaviours for self-regulation. 👉 How parents and educators can support the skill required for self-regulation through daily practices that will benefit everyone. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Self-Regulation and School Transitions 12:01 Understanding Emotional Self-Regulation 24:20 Factors Affecting Self-Regulation in Children 32:09 Strategies for Supporting Self-Regulation 40:05 Conclusion and Call to Action The Learning Bridge Membership for Educators  To find out more about The Learning Bridge go to: www.angelalockwood.com.au/educators Don't forget to subscribe, rate and share the Distracted Podcast!

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    87: Creating Success In The Age Of Distraction

    87: Creating Success In The Age Of Distraction In this episode, Angela Lockwood interviews Tina Tower, a successful entrepreneur and founder of Her Empire Builder. In the episode Tina discusses her journey as a business owner and how she has learnt to better understand and and work with her ADHD and her ambitions while achieving remarkable success. The conversation delves into the importance of boundaries in business, the balance between hard work and smart work, and how AI is transforming the way businesses operate and business owners can amplify their capacity. Tina shares her insights on maintaining discipline, the necessity of hard work in entrepreneurship, and the significance of personal well-being and boundaries in achieving long-term success. This is a must-listen-to episode for all business owners and in particular female online course creators as Tina shares valuable insights on how to create success in the age of distraction. By listening to the episode you will learn; 👉 The importance of the importance of energy management in business. 👉  Establishing boundaries is crucial for sustainable business success. 👉 How to develop systems and practices to improve discipline and organisation. 👉 How to successfully scale a business by the simple method of selling oneself and one's products. 👉 The importance of blending of heart-centred work with practices to help you thrive financially. 👉  How to plan for the future to help manage overwhelming possibilities. 👉  How to use a fast-paced brain to your advantage for success in life. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tina Tower and Her Journey 02:23 Harnessing Energy and Optimism in Business 06:47 Navigating ADHD and High Achievement 19:37 The Importance of Boundaries in Business 23:19 The Grind vs. Smart Work in Entrepreneurship 30:24 Leveraging AI for Business Efficiency 38:50 The Key to Scaling Businesses 39:15 Commercial Viability and Sales Strategies 43:02 Resilience in the Face of Failure 47:59 Personal Branding and Boundaries 53:58 Finding Balance Between Heart and Business 54:54 Navigating Life's Possibilities with Fast Brains

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    86: Lessons From Switching Off and Welcome to 2025!

    86: Lessons From Switching Off and Welcome to 2025! In this episode, Distracted host Angela Lockwood reflects on her recent family holiday where she switched off from work for 4 weeks. No laptop, no messages and no notifications. She shares the results of doing this and emphasises the importance of disconnecting from technology and creating boundaries to manage these distractions at all times. She shares insights on how to control attention and minimise interruptions in daily life, encouraging listeners to prioritise what truly matters to them. By listening to the episode you will learn; 👉 The importance of consciously switching off from work during family time. 👉  How setting boundaries around email and notifications is crucial for focus. 👉 How turning off unnecessary notifications can reduce anxiety and distractions. 👉 Being strategic about attention can lead to a more fulfilling life. Chapters 00:00 Post-Holiday Reflections 02:58 Family Adventures  05:10 Disconnecting from Technology 09:28 Creating Boundaries for Attention 15:32 Embracing Control in a Distracted World Don't forget to subscribe, rate and share the Distracted Podcast on all of your favourite platforms!

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Welcome to 'Distracted with Angela Lockwood,' the podcast where practical meets purposeful in the pursuit of focus mastery. Angela Lockwood, a renowned occupational therapist and author, invites you to join her to explore brain-boosting strategies, gain insights from experts, and be inspired by real-life stories of people who navigate a noisy world. Whether you are a busy executive, business owner, parent or student, distraction stops us from living the life we choose. It’s time to explore the age of distraction and learn the art of focus with Angela and her guest experts. Ready to reclaim your focus? Visit www.angelalockwood.com.au to connect with Angela and learn how you can thrive in the age of distraction.

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    Angela Lockwood
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