Are you constantly busy but not really moving forward? This episode is your wake-up call to stop doing for the sake of doing — and start living and working with purpose.In this episode of the Real Talk Podcast, Hayley, Siobhan, Lorraine and Pippa unpack the concept of being a “busy fool” — that endless cycle of doing, achieving, and ticking boxes without making meaningful progress. The hosts get candid about burnout, boundaries, and how social media and perfectionism feed our obsession with busyness.They share practical ways to break the pattern, including intentional living, systemising tasks, leveraging AI tools, and setting realistic boundaries to avoid overwhelm. From social media fatigue and people-pleasing to emotional regulation and self-reflection, this conversation is a masterclass in slowing down to speed up. If you’ve ever felt stuck on the hamster wheel of productivity, this one’s for you.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How to recognise when you’re trapped in “busy work” that doesn’t move the needleThe importance of intentional living and self-awareness for personal growthWhy burnout is often a symptom of avoidance and lack of systemsHow to set boundaries and create white space for clarity and creativityPractical strategies for using AI and automation to simplify your workflowHow to find balance between consistency, authenticity, and restMEET YOUR HOSTSHayley Appleby-Burtt – Branding expert, designer & creative genius. Founder of Orange Lamb. Loves a dance floor moment.Lorraine Lewis MBA – Award-winning speaker, charity founder & business leader. CEO of The Lewis Foundation, ex-lawyer, and adrenaline junkie. Siobhan Mears – Multi-entrepreneur, business strategist & mentor. Founder of The Mears Collective & Elevate Base. Mindset queen & wellness advocate.Pippa Savory – Leadership coach, wellness enthusiast & adventure seeker. Interior design lover & nature-obsessed entrepreneur.Together, they’re bringing you REAL conversations about business, success, mindset, and life.HELP US GROW! If you loved this episode, here’s how you can support us:RATE – Give us a 5***** review on Apple Podcasts & SpotifyREVIEW – Tell us what you think! Your feedback helps us create more of what you love.SHARE – Know a female entrepreneur who needs this? Send this episode to her now!Let’s create the ultimate support network for women in business.JOIN THE REAL TALK COMMUNITYConnect with us! Have a question, challenge, or topic you want us to cover? Submit your question via email [email protected] to be featured on the show? Send us a voice note via Instagram sharing your business challenge, and we might answer it in an upcoming episode!

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