In this powerful episode, I chat with Sam Flynn—digital wellbeing specialist and social media trainer—about how to use social media without it taking over your life.

We’re talking phone addiction, digital burnout, and what it really takes to create a healthier relationship with your devices (without throwing your phone in the sea).

If you’re always “on,” struggling to switch off, or just want more focus and calm in your day—this one's for you.

We Dive Into:

Why most of us spend over 4 hours a day on our phones

How apps are designed to keep you hooked

Easy wins for building healthier digital habits

Creating boundaries that protect your time and energy

Why workplace culture needs a digital detox too

Sam Flynn has spent nearly 16 years teaching people how to use social media effectively. These days, her work goes deeper—helping businesses and individuals build better digital boundaries and reduce the stress that comes with being always on. Her approach is practical, empowering, and just what we need in today’s tech-heavy world.

Key Discussion Points:

The real cost of our screen time (spoiler: it’s months of your life)

Dopamine, addiction, and the science behind app design

Digital presenteeism: why so many of us feel pressure to “check in” on holiday

Simple ways to reduce digital overwhelm

The one setting you can change today that will improve your focus instantly

Why conscious use of LinkedIn matters more than ever

Tips for setting boundaries clients actually respect

Key Takeaways:

Awareness is the first step—track your phone use and how it makes you feel

Boundaries are powerful—but only if you communicate them

Turning off notifications can reduce phone pickups by a third

You don’t need the LinkedIn app (or any app) to run a successful business

Use timers, app blockers, or Sam’s favourite tool Forest to stay off your phone

Replacing habits with something creative (like crochet!) works wonders

It’s not about rejecting tech—it’s about using it with intention

Guest Details:

Name: Sam Flynn

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samflynn/

Free Resource: 10 Steps to Reduce Your Phone Use

http://www.samflynn.co.uk

About the Guest:

Sam Flynn is a digital wellbeing advocate and seasoned social media trainer. She helps people rethink their relationship with technology—so they can work better, live more mindfully, and avoid digital burnout. Whether she’s running workshops or speaking on stages, Sam’s practical advice is helping individuals and businesses thrive in a tech-heavy world.

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Episode Title: Training That Hits Different – with Gill Brabner

Description What if workplace training didn’t just tell you what to do—but showed you what it looks like in real life?

In this episode, I’m joined by Gill Brabner, founder of Resound Training, forum theatre specialist, and passionate advocate for bringing more empathy, care, and action into the workplace.

Gill flips the script (literally) on leadership development—using real actors, real stories, and real conversations to help teams connect, grow, and lead better.

We dive into:

• How forum theatre works—and why it’s so powerful for business learning
  

• Why ‘talking about it’ isn’t enough (and what to do instead)
  

• How leaders can move from theory to action with compassion at the core
  

• Gill’s ECA model and how it’s reshaping workplace cultures
  

• The unexpected reactions she’s had from sceptical audiences
  

• Why drama can be a tool for clarity, not just performance
  

Why You Should Listen

• Discover a bold, creative way to train and develop your team
  

• Learn how empathy can be a practical leadership tool
  

• Get inspired to rethink how your business learns, grows, and leads
  

Connect with Gill 🔗 LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/gillbrabner 🌐 Website – www.resoundtraining.co.uk 📥 Download the ECA model – resoundtraining.co.uk/eca

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It will give you some pointers to make your profile POP and more importantly help you stand out.

How it works

1 Sign up for my Monday Nudge

2 I'll do the review and send it to you as a short video

3 Every Monday you will get a nudge with 5 ideas for Content Creation

Why I do this

1 Help more people stand out on LinkedIn™️

2 It showcases my expertise

3 It helps me learn even more and gain more experience with creating video

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The Podcasting Advantage – with Deborah Blackman

Are you thinking about starting a podcast but don’t know where to begin?

Worried you need expensive gear or a big audience to make it work? Think again.

In this episode, I’m joined by Deborah Blackman—podcasting mentor, business strategist, and the woman some are calling “the Oprah of Podcasting.” We talk about how podcasting can grow your confidence, elevate your authority, and unlock real sales conversations—even if you’ve never hit record before.

We dive into:

• Why podcasting is the most human, trust-building form of marketing
  

• How Deborah turned trauma and introversion into her superpower on air
  

• What to do if you’re worried about tech, time, or talking on camera
  

• The smart way to use your podcast as a sales funnel (without being salesy)
  

• Why video podcasts are exploding—and how to get started today
  

• How one of Deborah’s students landed 30 guest appearances… at 80 years old!
  

Why You Should Listen Learn how to start a podcast with zero budget and maximum impact Discover how podcasting can help you stand out—even if you hate selling Get inspired to find your voice, tell your story, and grow your business with purpose

Connect with Debra

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-blackman/ Email – db@v-sensually.com Website – v-sensually.com (coming soon)

Resources & Links Mentioned Book your free 30-minute podcast strategy session with Deborah – just email db@v-sensually.com and mention Live & Linking

You can view the full YouTube episode HERE

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Free LinkedIn™️ Profile Review

I offer a free LinkedIn™️ profile review

It will give you some pointers to make your profile POP and more importantly help you stand out.

How it works

1 Sign up for my Monday Nudge

2 I'll do the review and send it to you as a short video

3 Every Monday you will get a nudge with 5 ideas for Content Creation

Why I do this

1 Help more people stand out on LinkedIn™️

2 It showcases my expertise

3 It helps me learn even more and gain more experience with creating video

Here's the link

https://just.15mins.day/f/free-profile-review