Are you constantly busy but still feeling unfulfilled? In this episode, we dive into the powerful and life-changing concept of choosing meaning over mayhem with author and speaker Peggy Sullivan.
Peggy shares how breaking her addiction to busyness became her life’s mission after a stress-induced heart attack and a painful divorce. This honest and inspiring conversation exposes the dark side of busyness and the toll it takes on our health, relationships, and happiness.
With her unique “performance by design” framework, Peggy guides us on how to eliminate low-value tasks, adopt daily happiness rituals, and reclaim your time by choosing meaning over mayhem. She also shares how to reconnect with personal values and build a purpose-driven life and career.
Whether you're overwhelmed by work or simply ready for change, this episode will help you understand why choosing meaning over mayhem might be the most transformative decision you'll ever make.
✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:20 Realising the Addiction to Busyness
01:14 Wake-Up Calls and Life Changes
02:05 The Struggle with Time Management
02:57 The Impact of Busyness on Life
04:38 Personal Experiences and Career Insights
10:38 Rethinking Work-Life Balance
13:48 Understanding and Prioritising Values
18:44 Losing Control at Work
19:49 The Myth of Busyness Equals Success
20:33 Performance by Design
23:27 Finding Meaning and Purpose
25:53 Practical Steps for Better Work-Life Balance
32:11 The Importance of Human Connection
33:33 Final Thoughts and Reflections
👇 Connect with Peggy Sullivan:
https://www.peggysullivan.com
Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:
💡 Gain clarity on what’s important to you
💡 Confidently communicate your value
💡 Build a personal brand and a strong network
💡 Take a strategic approach to your next move
💡 Navigate the job market effectively
💡 Build career confidence with a repeatable success blueprint
🌐 Explore my coaching programs and free resources:
Website: https://www.egconsulting.au/
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagrahamcareercoach/
🎁 Free Resources:
📄 CV Development Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/cv-advice
📄 LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/linkedin-profile-guide
📅 Book Your FREE Career Strategy Discovery Call:
https://calendly.com/emmagrahamconsulting/discovery-call
