Do you believe that there is a connection between your level of joy and money?

Many people do, which is why it's so important to take a deeper look at the connection between the two.

Today I’m talking with Chris Budd, author of 'The Financial Wellbeing Book' and co-host of the Financial Wellbeing Podcast to discover how our financial habits influence long-term happiness, the set point theory of well-being, and practical advice on becoming more aware spenders. Chris also sheds light on the concept of 'financial well-being junkies' and offers strategies for achieving sustained happiness through meaningful activities and quality social relationships.

Let’s dive in!

[01:12] How can we become “better” spenders?

[01:42] Understanding Set Point Theory

[03:00] Financial Wellbeing Junkies

[05:51] Long-Term Wellbeing Strategies

[06:57] The Importance of Social Relationships

[08:33] Balancing Short-Term and Long-Term Spending

[09:29] Conclusion and Additional Resources

Next Steps:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

Here's a Joy At Work experiment.

Can you identify the people, the processes, the situations, and the environments that sap your energy, block your creativity, and make you wonder, Is this it? I call these mood vampires your kryptonite.

By getting clear on your personal kryptonite, you get clear on what needs to change, so you get closer to operating at your best more often, which is a huge contributor to joy at work.

The Joy At Work Experiment

Take a few minutes and write down just two things in your work life that drive you around the bend, that suck your soul dry, or evaporate your energy like there's no tomorrow. (If you need some examples, listen to the whole episode!)

Look at what you've written down, then crack open your diary. Is there a way you can banish these soul-sucking tasks from your week entirely?

Or, if full-on deletion feels impossible, could you try experimenting to shave off the time you spend knee-deep in your kryptonite? How about just ten minutes less? What kind of a difference might that make to the amount of joy you have at work?

[00:00] Introduction to Joy at Work Experiment

[00:31] Identifying Your Kryptonite

[01:24] Examples of Workplace Kryptonite

[02:32] Strategies to Combat Kryptonite

[03:30] Joy at Work Experiment Challenge

[03:36] Additional Resources for Life Satisfaction

Next Steps:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

Are you constantly exhausted, frustrated, or just generally pissed off with people at work?

Are you job hopping hoping that each change will give you a better workload or culture?

Are you feeling a lot of resentment in your life?

Then you might be suffering from a lack of boundaries.

Louisa Clarke is a high-stakes communication consultant who talks with us about why it is so hard for us to set boundaries, how to recognize the signs that we aren’t setting boundaries soon enough, and a tip on how we can start to improve the boundaries we set.

Let’s Dive In:

[00:47] The Reason We Have Trouble Setting Boundaries

[01:22] Types of Boundaries: No and Need

[03:00] The Consequences of Unclear Boundaries

[05:30] Recognizing and Addressing Resentment

[07:06] Practical Steps to Set Boundaries

Next Steps:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

Too busy, bored, stressed, and unfulfilled at work and don't want another decade of the same. You're in the right place. I'm Lucia Knight, and in my daily work, I train professionals in their 40s, 50s, and 60s to design their work to be much more joyful. And as a result, they become not just more fulfilled, but also more energized and wealthier.

In this podcast, I'm going to show you high in 10 minute episodes. No fluff. No snoozy backstories and no woo woo. Instead, tangible, practical insights into your career happiness that can turn into joy at work today.

We've reached the end of the Joy at Work Summit. Over the course of this event, you've had access to 25 10-minute talks, each crafted to give you an insight, an understanding, an idea, or an action point to boost your joy at work by 10%.

Throughout this summit, I've held a tiny dream for you that you'd take one idea from one of these sessions and experiment with it to see if it's possible to increase your personal joy at work by 10 percent tomorrow.

To make this super easy for you, I'm going to share with you one idea from each of the speakers. That's 25 tiny, potentially joy-inducing experiments. Just pick one.

Try it. See what difference it makes. What have you got to lose? Big dreams, tiny actions. That's how we bring more joy at work. Who knows where this might lead? Become your own joy at work designer.

Next Steps:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

https://www.midlifeunstuck.com/derailed

In this episode, we explore how COVID-19 has transformed work attire, leading to a more casual approach while emphasizing the importance of great separates. Discover insights into how dressing well impacts confidence and performance at work. Listen as our expert guest shares personal stories of creating bespoke clothing that empowers clients, emphasizing the value of finding the perfect fit over the perfect size. We also discuss practical tips on how to enhance off-the-rack items for a better fit and greater impression. Tune in to learn how investing in your wardrobe can elevate both your appearance and self-assurance, crucial for career growth and presence in professional settings.

[00:00] Why I invited Dara to join the summit

[00:32] Investing in Key Pieces for a Versatile Wardrobe

[00:57] The Impact of Dressing on Confidence

[01:36] Creating Signature Looks for Professional Environments

[01:56] Memorable Client Stories and Their Transformations

[03:03] Final Thoughts on Dressing for Success

[04:28] Personal Insights: Joy at Work

Speaker Links:

Website: https://daraford.com/

Follow on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dara-stringham-3b37318b/

Next Steps:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

https://www.midlifeunstuck.com/derailed

Join Richard Hagen, MD of Mpowr Publishing, as he shares 30 years of wisdom to guide aspiring authors in writing their first book. In this episode, Richard explains the three main types of non-fiction books authors can write: books that tell personal stories, books that make sense of one's knowledge, and books designed to transform readers' lives. Hagen provides practical tips for each type, helping mid-career professionals decide which path to take to make their writing journey joyous and impactful. Whether you aim to share personal experiences, consolidate your expertise, or revolutionize your readers' lives, this episode offers invaluable insights and actionable advice to ensure your book resonates and leaves a lasting legacy.

[00:40] Evaluating Your Desire to Write

[02:37] Understanding the Types of Books

[04:49] Practical Tips for Writing Your Book

[06:50] Crafting a Book for Your Readers

[07:46] Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Speaker Links:

Connect with Richard on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahagen/

Mpowr Publishing

https://mpowrpublishing.com/wp/immersive-publishing/

Next Steps:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

https://www.midlifeunstuck.com/derailed

In this episode, I challenge the perception that LinkedIn is just a boring platform for job hunting. Instead, Lousie Brogan reveals how it can be a powerful tool for mid-career professionals to connect with like-minded individuals worldwide, share experiences, and gain valuable insights. Louise explains how to revamp your LinkedIn feed and profile.

[01:30] Do you think LinkedIn is somewhere to go to apply for jobs? Do you find it a little.boring? Let me convince you otherwise.

[04:03] What are the missed opportunities on LinkedIn?

[07:42] What are some practical ideas on what you can do to get started being more interesting and interested on LinkedIn?

Speaker Links:

Louise's LinkedIn Daily Activity Checklist - https://louisebrogan.com/download

Next Steps:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

https://www.midlifeunstuck.com/derailed