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ManageMe | Personal Development Journey

61 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago -

WELCOME to ManageMe! I'm your host, Will Nutbrown, and this podcast is all about navigating life's twists and turns while figuring out how to manage ourselves along the way. In each episode, I'll be sharing my own experiences, tips, and a healthy dose of real talk. We'll dive into topics like self-discovery, mindset hacks, goal-crushing strategies, self-care that doesn't feel like a chore, and building positive habits that actually stick.But hey, it's not just me! I'll also be bringing on some rad guests who've got their own stories of growth to share. Episodes every Sunday, don't miss them!

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Episodes

Are Successful People Just Different?

July 18, 2023 17:00 - 11 minutes - 130 MB

You only need to turn to the news to find out that some 9-year-old has graduated from university or a 14-year-old is headlining the biggest festival in the world. Are these people just inherently different? To tackle this I discuss my thoughts on what success actually means and the potential these 'successful' people are missing out on. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every ...

Routine, Direction & Goals w/Ryan Malik

July 02, 2023 11:00 - 48 minutes - 44.9 MB

Coming to you from the heart of London, this episode features Ryan, my flatmate at the London School of Economics. We delve into the topics of routine and direction, with Ryan giving his take and providing stories to help bring the episode to life. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every Sunday and this podcast is all about building a community of like-minded individuals who a...

Should you take that photo?

June 25, 2023 11:00 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MB

Why do we take videos/photos all the time? Why can't we just look at 'somebody else's video'? In this episode, I talk about my experience with festivals and events and the number of screens that I see and believe that the questions go much deeper than the surface and touch on human trustworthiness and selfishness. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every Sunday and this podcast...

Staying cool in the heat of the moment

June 18, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MB

'In the heat of the moment' is a phrase denoting what happens when we are faced with a choice in a certain environment and how we typically ignore everything else we have thought of before. Listen to this episode to find out... - What actually happens in 'the heat' - Difference between 'hot' and 'cold' states - How we can 'stay' rational in the moment - My personal thoughts! - And much more... Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if y...

When Rationality Flies Out Of The Window - In The Heat Of The Moment

June 18, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MB

'In the heat of the moment' is a phrase denoting what happens when we are faced with a choice in a certain environment and how we typically ignore everything else we have thought of before. Listen to this episode to find out... - What actually happens in 'the heat' - Difference between 'hot' and 'cold' states - How we can 'stay' rational in the moment - My personal thoughts! - And much more... Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if y...

The Balance Of Life w/James Paddick

June 11, 2023 11:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MB

James and I met years ago when he was at one of his lowest points. Since then, James has completely turned his life around and goes deep with me to share his thoughts about life and his interesting take on some of the problems that come with it. While editing this episode I just had to stop and think about what James was telling me, this episode is the most powerful yet. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a l...

Community and the Loneliness Paradox w/Reese Wong

May 21, 2023 11:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

Reese Wong is a student at the London School of Economics and is the incoming president of the Entrepreneur Society. Along with his society roles, he has a deep passion for community and has helped to run organisations to help build communities. With an additional startup in the pipeline, Reese has a lot to talk about and shares some very useful information in this episode! Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it ...

Startups, Podcasts & Fun w/Jonathan Yana

May 14, 2023 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Jonathan is an LSE Grad with a difference. He has now founded his own company based on tackling the very thing he struggled with in his university times, job applications! On top of being a founder, he also co-hosts a podcast (Zero-To-One) which invites on entrepreneurs to discuss how they made that first move. In this insightful episode, Jonathan tells me why he didn't choose a traditional career, the struggles that come with it and the multitude of lessons he has learned (sometimes the ha...

Is Progression Temporary?

May 07, 2023 11:00 - 10 minutes - 9.58 MB

Progression is everywhere! But it often slips away with time... Is progression really temporary and what can we do about it? Join me on the journey into personal development. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every Sunday and this podcast is all about building a community of like-minded individuals who are determined to better themselves and develop beyond their capabilities!...

What we can learn from... KUNG FU PANDA?!

April 30, 2023 11:00 - 11 minutes - 12.4 MB

The famous Kung Fu Panda quote - ‘Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift. That is why it is called the present’, is the basis of this episode on embracing the present and focusing on what really matters, give it a listen and then go for a walk! Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every Sunday and this podcast is all about building a community of like-mi...

Are DISTRACTIONS Useful?

April 23, 2023 11:00 - 10 minutes - 15.2 MB

Distractions have led to some of the biggest companies and technological breakthroughs in existence but they are always given a bad image. Are they all that bad? Listen to today's episode to find out!! Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every Sunday and this podcast is all about building a community of like-minded individuals who are determined to better themselves and develop ...

Meet The WORLD! - There's a lot out there

April 16, 2023 11:00 - 11 minutes - 13.4 MB

There are now over 8 Billion people on this planet and we most likely only know around 0.0001% or 8000 of them. In this episode I talk about why we should neglect friend circles and meet those who we want to!! Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every Sunday and this podcast is all about building a community of like-minded individuals who are determined to better themselves and ...

MOTIVATION! w/Wilburt

April 09, 2023 11:00 - 29 minutes - 34.7 MB

Wilburt is a student at the London School of Economics and is currently in his second year. In this episode, he shares moving across the world, how he is motivated to get out of bed in the morning, and the reason why he never eats the same things! This episode is all about motivation - tune in for it! Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every Sunday and this podcast is all about...

Gratitude? What's that?

April 02, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 12.4 MB

Will sits down and talks about how practicing gratitude should not be just for monks! The episode is packed with interesting opinions and angles and the best thing? It only takes up 10 minutes of your time! #podcasts #personaldevelopment #mentalhealth #progression #motivation #keepgoing #manageme #personaldevelopment #motivation #personalgrowth #mindset #inspiration #success #selflove #lifecoach #selfcare #leadership #growth #entrepreneur #growthmindset #coaching #mindfulness #love #goals #...

Student tips & Life advice! w/London School of Economics' Student Development Team

March 26, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes - 16.8 MB

Today's episode features Dr. Jessica Kong who is a member of the London School of Economics' LSE LIFE team which helps students to develop their academic, professional, and personal skills. During my time at LSE, I have attended quite possibly over one hundred events with the majority of them being affiliated with LSE LIFE so today's episode is packed with truly informative content and I had a great time recording it! Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the Ma...

Student tips & Life advice! w/London School of Economics' Student Development Team

March 26, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes - 16.8 MB

Today's episode features Dr. Jessica Kong who is a member of the London School of Economics' LSE LIFE team which helps students to develop their academic, professional, and personal skills. During my time at LSE, I have attended quite possibly over one hundred events with the majority of them being affiliated with LSE LIFE so today's episode is packed with truly informative content and I had a great time recording it! Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the Ma...

Will AI make us lazy? w/ Freddie

March 19, 2023 12:00 - 27 minutes - 16.2 MB

Freddie is a student at Imperial College London (ICL) and has previously won a Google Coding competition and worked on numerous algorithms relating to AI and has some very interesting views on how AI will impact not just us on a personal level but also society in general. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every Sunday and this podcast is all about building a community of like-...

What is ManageMe? [Trailer]

March 18, 2023 15:06 - 1 minute - 1.26 MB

The trailer for the ManageMe Podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can I trust you?

March 12, 2023 00:00 - 12 minutes - 10.2 MB

What is trust?! - In today's episode I talk about my findings from an academic study and compare it to just how different the real world is! I hope you enjoy this episode and I shall see you again next Sunday! Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every Sunday and this podcast is all about building a community of like-minded individuals who are determined to better themselves and ...

Is There TOO Much Choice?

March 05, 2023 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.66 MB

In this podcast episode, we discuss the challenges of decision-making in today's world, where we face a multitude of choices. I draw inspiration from Jeff Bezos' concept of "two way or one way doors". Bezos explains that some decisions can be reversed or changed, while others are more permanent and require more careful consideration. I also talk about Chidi, a beloved character from the popular TV show "The Good Place", who is known for his indecisiveness and how it affects his life. By exam...

The role of gym in personal development w/ Cam

February 26, 2023 12:03 - 26 minutes - 17.8 MB

Cam, an apprentice at a leading consultancy firm in the UK, shares his story of incredible transformation from a shy person to an absolute beast in many aspects of life. He looks back at his history as a 15-16 year old, discussing what he used to do in his free time, his attitude towards school work and school in general. He then dives into the motivation behind his change, the role of the gym in his transformation, and the impact of the sigma-male movement on his life. Looking to the future...

Instant delivery = Instant satisfaction?

February 19, 2023 12:00 - 8 minutes - 8.93 MB

In this episode of the ManageMe Podcast, I talk about the rapid growth of services over the past 30-40 years and the potential for even faster services in the future, such as Amazon's Prime Air drone delivery. The discussion also considers the impact of instant gratification on mindfulness, and suggests that sometimes the anticipation of waiting can be the best part. To explore this further, the conversation delves into the example of snakes being fed live mice and how they love the chase an...

AI will never take THIS from us

February 12, 2023 12:05 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

AI cannot take it away from us! What is creation and why is it the most important thing humans have the ability to do? In today's episode, I dive into that very topic to give you some of my thoughts! Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every Sunday and this podcast is all about building a community of like-minded individuals who are determined to better themselves and develop be...

Building Discipline The HARD Way

February 05, 2023 12:05 - 10 minutes - 9 MB

There is no easy way to do it! Today I talk about my discipline training journey, how it has helped me, and some tips on getting started! Please do follow and share if you found this episode interesting and I will see you again next time on the ManageMe Podcast! Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every Sunday and this podcast is all about building a community of like-minded ind...

We Dont Have To Keep UP With EVERYTHING

January 29, 2023 13:15 - 10 minutes - 8.6 MB

Trends come and go, movements come and go, news is new and old. In an age of so much information, we don't need to absorb all of it!! In today's episode, I talk about looking at the bigger picture instead of getting caught up in details. Thank you for listening! Will Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every Sunday and this podcast is all about building a community of like-min...

We Do Not Have To Keep UP With EVERYTHING

January 29, 2023 13:15 - 10 minutes - 8.6 MB

Trends come and go, movements come and go, news is new and old. In an age of so much information, we don't need to absorb all of it!! In today's episode, I talk about looking at the bigger picture instead of getting caught up in details. Thank you for listening! Will Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every Sunday and this podcast is all about building a community of like-mind...

Relaxing instead of Resting?

January 22, 2023 12:15 - 13 minutes - 10.2 MB

Rest and relaxation are different things! What is 'real rest' and why should we try to get even 15 minutes of it? How can we rest by not doing things we like to do? In this episode, I tackle all of these questions and more! - Give it a listen! Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to this episode of the ManageMe podcast (if you did!) if not, give it a listen! New episodes come out every Sunday and this podcast is all about building a community of like-minded individuals who are de...

Is there a 'best' choice?

January 15, 2023 12:30 - 14 minutes - 10.5 MB

Feeling like you are not choosing to do the 'best' thing at any one moment or feeling a little lost? Join me for a quick episode where I share two thoughts that I follow very deeply to help me keep on growing and progressing to make 2023 the best year yet! As always - Thank you for listening, Will #Podcasts #PersonalDevelopment #MentalHealth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dis(ease) - Being uncomfortable can hurt you more than you think

January 08, 2023 18:55 - 11 minutes - 8.82 MB

Feeling uneasy about something but unsure what? In this episode, I discuss why dis-ease can equal disease and what you can do to get out of the rut that you may find yourself in! Thank you for listening! Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New Year! Same You?

January 05, 2023 18:05 - 13 minutes - 9.74 MB

Happy New Year! As I reached the end of this year I realised I was going to set the same goals for 2023 as I did in 2022 because I hadn't achieved any of them! If you are in a similar situation or are interested in why we set goals and some of the statistics behind how many people make it to the end as well as some tips - be sure to give this one a listen! Happy New Year all - 2023 will be the biggest year yet for this podcast! - A lot in store for all you listeners! Hosted on Acast. See...

How do we get a piece of mind?

December 11, 2022 13:00 - 16 minutes - 12.7 MB

Meditation is arguably one of the most important pillars of our life, why does no-one do it? In this episode I try to answer this question and more! Thank you for listening! Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Indecisiveness - Should you listen?

December 03, 2022 23:22 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MB

Should you? - In today's episode I talk all about indecisiveness and how you can overcome it! - I talk about my experiences and ways that have been proven to help with actually choosing something! I hope you enjoyed this episode and I look forward to welcoming you to future episodes of the ManageMe Podcast! Thanks, Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ATTENTION Please - How Media is stealing you attention and what you can do about it!

December 02, 2022 14:34 - 16 minutes - 14.4 MB

Boo! Why does our attention get stolen and what can we do about it? - In today's episode I recount a talk given by a Hollywood film producer and his 'behind-the-scenes' insights into how modern media captures everybody's attention. If you got anything out of this episode be sure to Follow & Share! Thank you, Will Listen now with the link in bio or search 'ManageMe' on any major podcast distribution platform. #podcast #podcastlife #personaldevelopment #personalgrowth #mentalhealth #mental...

Spontaneity & Discipline - The Forbidden Duo?

November 20, 2022 13:00 - 15 minutes - 15.2 MB

Can you be Spontaneous and Disciplined? Is spontaneity useful? How do you stay motivated? In today's episode I tackle each of these questions and more! Be sure to give the 'ManageMe' podcast a follow and share if you got anything useful out of this episode! Thank you, Will #podcast #podcastlife #personaldevelopment #personalgrowth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #spotify #podcasting #podcasts #management #manageme Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Is procrastination useful?

November 13, 2022 12:00 - 15 minutes - 15.5 MB

In today’s episode I talk about whether or not procrastination can actually make someone more productive. I uncover some counter-intuitive scientifc studies and show that there are some ways to 'productively procrastinate!' Give it a listen and do share if you found anything interesting! #podcast #podcastlife #personaldevelopment #personalgrowth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #spotify #podcasting #podcasts #management #manageme Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

ManageMe 'n' Tea: Consistency is key w/ Petrus (#3)

November 06, 2022 14:30 - 38 minutes - 32.6 MB

In today's episode I am joined by Petrus! Both Petrus and I study at the LSE and in this episode touch on discipline, motivation and consistency. He shares some of his invaluable experiences and stories from econometrics questions to the Hong Kong national ice hockey team! Thank you for listening and all the best, Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are stories at the heart of progression?

October 30, 2022 14:00 - 16 minutes - 17.9 MB

Progression In Today's episode I touch on the topic of progression, merged with storytelling. How progression is truly at the core of humanity, from evolution to technological advances as well as personal development and progression. I hope this episode brings some insightful content for each and every listener. Thank you, Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ManageMe 'n' Tea: Meaning of life w/ Sean (#2)

October 23, 2022 14:07 - 53 minutes - 32.4 MB

Phew, In today's epsiode I chat once again with Sean. I get his takes on what its like to be as a fast food manager as well as uncovering the answer to life's greatest question (it is not 42). Thank you very much for listening, if you enjoyed do please share and follow for more content every Sunday! All the best, Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Money & Happiness - Is there a link?

October 16, 2022 21:18 - 15 minutes - 15.1 MB

In today's episode of the ManageMe podcast I touch on the link between money and happiness and whether happiness increases as income increases as well as where happiness comes from deep down. Thank you very much for listening! Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ManageMe 'n' Tea: Motivation w/ Sean (#1)

September 22, 2022 16:00 - 53 minutes - 50.7 MB

A new series! ManageMe 'n' Tea is a series with guests! It will come out monthly and will involve longer talks with some very insightful guests. In today's episode I talk with Sean, Author & Music Producer. We talk about motivation, mob mentality, peer pressure and much, much more. Do give it a listen with a cup of tea and relax for an hour. Thank you for listening and do tune in again to the ManageMe podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Death by Data - Finding a signal in noise

September 20, 2022 16:54 - 19 minutes - 19.5 MB

Big data, over-data, data-farming, all completely unheard of concepts 10-20 years ago. In today's episode I discuss how analytics and real-time data can be harmful to our mental-health and can affect any business ventures by persuading us to change our ways far too early to see the results of them. Thanks for listening! Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Life Lottery - Why we are so rare and how to stay motivated

September 04, 2022 18:10 - 11 minutes - 9.39 MB

In today's episode I discuss my 'theory/concept' of the life-lottery and how it can help us to avoid burnouts and ruts to keep us pushing on and more importantly, happy. Thank you for listening! Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Social Media is Flawed

August 21, 2022 19:11 - 13 minutes - 13.7 MB

Listen now to hear about how social media started, where its heading and what effects it is having on society as well as individuals. I touch back to our primal roots and suggest what may have happened if social media existed back then. Thank you for listening and please do share this episode with those who may be struggling with social media or just if you found it interesting! Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is The Hustle Sustainable?

August 14, 2022 18:06 - 12 minutes - 8.58 MB

Is it? In today's episode I talk about the rise of the sigma mindset and the shift to becoming 'addicted' to the grind. I highlight some positives and negatives of the 'trend' and draw on my own experiences with it. Thank you for listening! Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Endless Scroll

August 07, 2022 17:55 - 18 minutes - 14.6 MB

The endless scroll - ManageMe In today's episode, I touch on what has been dubbed 'the endless scroll', a new phenomenon that has taken over social media. I describe some of the positives and negatives of it as well as some potential solutions that could be implemented in the near future. Thank you for listening!! Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Consumption CONSUMES

July 31, 2022 22:07 - 15 minutes - 12.1 MB

The mere fabric of the social and economic theories may have been shattered after this episode! But seriously, this episode tackles the heart of social media and the attention-seeking tycoons behind it, I truly hope you found it useful and it was able to shed some light on what challenges you might be facing. If not, no worries! - This may not be the podcast for you. Many thanks, Will :) Intro - www.gemtracks.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stewdent! - SaveAsAStudent

April 29, 2022 14:55 - 12 minutes - 16.1 MB

Food food food!!! - Today I talk about some ways I have found useful in terms of saving for food and accounting for food expenses while being a student. Thank you for listening!! Part of the SaveAsAStudent series. As always, Stay fresh, change your mesh. Will ;) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Control YOUR money

April 13, 2022 14:56 - 18 minutes - 18.6 MB

After a large hiatus, the ManageMe podcast is back! Today I will talk about controlling your money, a part two of the previous episode on controlling yourself before you control your money. Episodes will now come out weekly starting next Tuesday at 7am. As always, Stay fresh, change your mesh! Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Control YOURSELF before you control your money!

August 31, 2021 20:34 - 16 minutes - 17.2 MB

Wow - What an episode, I hope all the tips I went through really help you. If you did gain anything useful from this please share this episode with your family and friends and subscribe to the ManageMe podcast. As always - Stay fresh, Change your mesh! Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where are all the chips?

August 26, 2021 23:13 - 12 minutes - 13.9 MB

Today we tackle the chip shortage and highlight some of the main causes before delving into investment opportunities arising from the stakeholders in this chippy situation. Thank you for listening! As always - Stay fresh, change your mesh. Will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.