148 Sleep as a Performance Weapon and the Rise of Sleep Tourism | Olivia Arezzolo

Sleep isn’t just rest; it’s a game changer for your performance, productivity, and well-being. Sleep Expert, Olivia Arrezzolo, shares how small changes in your sleep routine can have massive ripple effects. 

From busting the myth of “catching up” on lost sleep to creating a bedtime ritual that actually works, Olivia shares actionable tips to upgrade your nights. Plus, discover the curious world of sleep tourism and how hotels are now designing better sleep experiences. If you’ve ever wondered how tech affects your shut-eye or whether supplements really help, this episode will guide you through the science and practical hacks you can start tonight.

In this episode, Andrew and Olivia discuss:

00:50 How to use sleep as a weapon for performance, the snowballing effects of having a good sleep plan and why Olivia got into the field of sleep science and coaching.

5:10 People don’t understand how easy it can be to get better sleep, we can’t catch up on missed sleep and getting 7-8 hours of sleep a night can improve your business performance buy 2.4x.

10:55 Have a proper bedtime routine to maximise your sleep, not having enough sleep can be the equivalent of having a .05 blood alcohol level and having an alarm clock next to your bed instead of your phone.

17:45 What is sleep tourism, how Olivia has helped hotels optimise their sleep experience for their guests and how you can put together a sleep kit to use when you travel.

25:50 Why you need to cut technology out of your sleep habits, some of the natural supplements you can take to help your sleep and why melatonin might not be the healthiest option for you or you children with sleep problems.

35:00 A lack of sleep can lead to some severe cognitive impairments, Andrew’s biggest advice for an aspiring entrepreneur and where you can find Olivia.

Learn more about Olivia and her work: https://oliviaarezzolo.com.au/
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