Tim Duggan

Tim Duggan, a bestselling author and entrepreneur, shares insights on creating meaningful work. He discusses his journey from music journalist to author, emphasizing personal values and impactful writing techniques. Tim introduces his MAP framework for achieving life-work balance and unpacks cultural lessons from Finland about happiness and celebrating small victories. He also highlights the importance of a solid publishing strategy, the value of investing in publicists, and the role of technology in enhancing the creative process.

Tim Duggan, former CEO of Junkee Media and bestselling author, shares his transformative journey from burnout to a fulfilling, three-day workweek while living on a beach. He discusses the concept of job crafting to enhance job satisfaction and challenges the myth of work-life balance, advocating for focusing on personal values instead. Listeners learn about the benefits of career breaks, innovative work structures, and the importance of aligning work with life priorities to achieve true meaning.

In this discussion, philosopher Tim Dean, management expert Nelly Liyanagamage, and author Tim Duggan tackle whether leaders should uphold higher personal standards, especially after public scandals like the Coldplay incident. They explore the ethical challenges leaders face under scrutiny, the striking pay disparity between CEOs and their employees, and the dangers of idolizing leaders as perfect entities. The conversation also touches on the evolving nature of leadership in a digital age, advocating for ethical practices and fostering trust.