

How I Work
Amantha Imber
You know those annoyingly successful people who seem to have it all figured out? Time to steal their playbook. Organisational psychologist Dr Amantha Imber gets world‑class achievers to spill their secrets - the daily strategies behind their success through to life hacks and productivity hacks they’d rather keep to themselves. We’re talking practical tips for boosting your output (including clever AI tools and shortcuts that’ll make you look like a genius), managing overwhelm without losing your mind, and optimising both work and wellbeing. No motivational fluff. Just battle‑tested tactics from people who’ve cracked the code.
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Feb 21, 2024 • 7min
Quick Win: The secret to making everything take less time with behaviour change guru Professor Katy Milkman
Learn how Professor Katy Milkman maximizes efficiency through templates, saving time on tasks like emails and goal-setting. Discover the power of recognizing patterns to create templates for improved outcomes and streamlined workflows.

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Feb 14, 2024 • 30min
The Art and Science of the One-on-One with Professor Steven Rogelberg
Professor Steven Rogelberg, a renowned organisational psychologist, shares insights on effective one-on-one meetings and the power of asking the right questions. He also discusses adapting strategies for remote work and the impact of AI tools on meetings. Check out his book Glad We Met for more.

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Feb 7, 2024 • 36min
This CEO became fitter than ever with 5-minute workouts - here’s how
Ulrich Dempfle shares his journey of creating an AI-powered exercise bike for REHIT workouts. He explains what REHIT is and its effectiveness. Ulrich also discusses biohacking and tools for managing health. The podcast explores the benefits of the Carol Bike and the importance of cardiovascular fitness. They highlight the role of Vio2Max in increasing lifespan and the value of tracking fitness score.

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Jan 31, 2024 • 39min
What comedian and podcast host Ryan Shelton learned after ditching his smartphone
Comedian and podcast host Ryan Shelton shares his experience of ditching his smartphone and using a flip phone. He discusses the benefits of disconnecting from screens and social media, as well as the tools he uses to capture and organize his thoughts. He also reflects on overcoming envy and finding true happiness.

Jan 24, 2024 • 38min
Why Atlassian’s Dom Price is pursuing health for his whole family
Dom Price, an energetic and passionate individual who experienced a health journey after being diagnosed with bowel cancer, shares his shift to prioritizing the health of his whole family. He discusses finding purposeful trade-offs as a new father, maintaining open communication and understanding in a relationship, staying healthy while traveling, prioritizing self-care, and planting seeds for long-term impact.

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Jan 17, 2024 • 34min
Nir Eyal’s Secret: Trading Overwhelm for Clarity
Struggling with the endless cycle of distractions? You're not alone. On this episode of How I Work, I sit down with the wizard of focus, Nir Eyal, who's literally written the book on becoming indistractable. Nir's sharing some top-tier life hacks that go beyond typical self-help fluff. Think about turning every decision into a personal experiment, having actual uninterrupted time with your family, and even carving out sacred moments for your own personal goals. So, whether it's creating your own community 'kibbutz' (yep, it's a thing) or reshuffling your day to make room for what really counts, we're diving into it all. And trust me, your to-do list is going to have some serious FOMO once you get time-boxing down to an art. Ready to shake up your life? Tune in, take notes, and get ready to say bye-bye to being pulled in a million directions. Connect with Nir (https://www.nirandfar.com/) and get a copy of Indistractable (https://www.nirandfar.com/indistractable/). While you’re revamping your life, don't forget to check out my new book The Health Habit right here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Follow your curiosity and connect with me: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) For more life hacks that actually work, jump onto my weekly newsletter at howiwork.co The full scoop on this episode and more at https://www.amantha.com/podcast. Questions, thoughts? Fire off a mail to amantha@inventium.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 10, 2024 • 35min
Lisa’s Lab: An inside look at the radio legend’s personal health experiments
Lisa Leong shares her personal health experiments and long-term thinking in her pursuit of real, life-giving health. From realizing that being fit doesn't mean being healthy to discussing daily health practices and setting goals for longevity, Lisa explores various topics such as mindfulness, infrared therapy, and natural health practices in this entertaining podcast.

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Jan 9, 2024 • 34min
Part 2: How I Kicked My Sugar Addiction - For Good
The podcast discusses overcoming insomnia and sugar addiction, the importance of stabilizing blood glucose levels, exploring fitness regimes, and concludes with acknowledgments and credits.

Jan 8, 2024 • 27min
Part 1: An Inside Look - How "The Health Habit" Went from Idea to Published Book
In this podcast episode, the host takes us behind the scenes of her book 'The Health Habit', sharing how she came up with the idea, pitched it to her publisher, and wrote the manuscript in record time. She also discusses the importance of marketing the book on social media and expresses gratitude towards her publisher.

Jan 3, 2024 • 10min
Unleashing the Power of Hall Passes: Making New Habits Stick
Discover the power of hall passes in making new habits stick, explore the 'what the hell' effect and benefits of flexible routines, and learn about the surprising impact of cheat days. Get practical strategies for staying on track with your goals and pre-order the host's new book.


