ThinkWORKS: Because Thinking Is The Hardest Work There Is.

 Most New Year resolutions don’t fail because people lack motivation — they fail because intent never becomes structure.  In this episode of ThinkWORKS, I explore how to make resolutions that actually stick by starting with vision, defining where you want to be by year’s end, and then working backwards into realistic steps and milestones. We look at why planning isn’t about rigidity or control, bu...

Most people don’t fail because they lack motivation — they fail because they never turn intent into a plan. In this episode of ThinkWORKS , I unpack Chapter 4 of You 2.0: Build Yourself Better — Have a Plan — and explore why plans aren’t about rigidity or control, but about creating momentum, choice, and resilience in a messy world. We look at why vague goals keep us stuck, how simple planning sha...

Suspend Your Disbelief – Why Belief Comes Before Change Ever notice how fear quietly talks us out of trying, long before we fail?  In this episode, I explore why self-belief isn’t fluff — it’s the foundation of every meaningful change.  We look at how the brain avoids pain, clings to old stories, and convinces us we’re “not that good anyway.”  You’ll learn how to suspend disbelief, borrow confiden...

Before comic shops. Before collectors. Before anyone thought this stuff mattered. In this episode of ThinkWORKS we go to issue 3 of our Adventures in Comics mini-series , and head back to 1970s Britain — to newsagents, spinner racks, and the thrill of the hunt. From The Mighty World of Marvel to DC’s The Shadow , we explore how UK kids discovered comics by chance, not design. It’s a story of pocke...

Sometimes, you just can't beat going back to basics. Starting with a blank piece of paper and a nice lovely pen to organise your world, you can quickly see patterns and ideas and declutter your mind in a way that a 100% digital approach just cannot match. And this simple fact is also the reason why 70% (yes, SEVENTY) of digital projects fail. Come and join me as I explain what sparked off this epi...

In the final part of our look at how to get the most from the new generation of A.I. apps, we look at some tips, hacks and strategies (along with prompts) to use in three areas of your business and personal life. I also then go step by step, again including the prompts, of how I used A.I. to compact 6 months of book planning, formulation, breakdowns, design and everything else connected with start...

This week, I look at the key takeaways from day 3 of a recent A.I. Summit, and give some practical steps and hack to take to start to not only get to grips with the new generation of A.I. apps but begin to apply them. Join in the discussion at https://www.darreninform.com/forum/2-thinkworks-voiceworks/discussion/301b5e66-3040-4c67-824e-7b8939742083

Continuing on from last week, we move away from the foundational concepts for practical use of modern A.I. and into real-life uses for business owners, entrepreneurs and organisations looking to implement A.I. This episode considers the approach, the specific apps and how you can get the A.I. to actually help you ask the A.I. better questions! There will be some sample prompts and real-life answer...

At a recent A.I. conference, a stark warning was issued: A.I. won't replace you, but someone who uses A.I. more effectively than you might. Over the next 3 episodes I'm going to explore some of the key concepts and strategies and give practical usage tips on how you can use A.I. to make your business and personal life easier, more productive and create real value.  Join in the discussion and explo...

In 1905 and in 1915, Einstein revolutionised scientific understanding of the forces that govern the universe and this episode seeks to unpick both Special & General Relativity, explaining the what, why and how, and examines the massive contributions they made not just to the scientific communities, but also to you in your day to day life. Join in the fun at  https://www.darreninform.com/forum/...

From my new book 'You 2.0: Build Yourself Better', comes a new Principle, and the story of how the chapter and Principle came into being IS the best example of how the Principle works! The book is out on December 1st but you can have a sneak peek at this idea and strategy now.  Join in the discussion at https://www.darreninform.com/forum/2-thinkworks-voiceworks/discussion/7d18ec01-70dc-48c7-ba05-7...

This episode discusses my 'big idea', namely how we should set up a self-sustaining 'Utopia Village' (c) of businesses, entrepreneurs, artists, musicians, learning centres, community groups, social enterprises and local service providers, why they can help with impoverished areas and towns, and how they can be used to raise the aspirations of communities who are feeling left behind.  There will be...

* Note, the word true is used advisedly due to the deep rabbit hole you could go down discussing the Human Fly! In a world where the line between reality and spectacle blurs, emerges a hero clad in mystery and daring deeds— The Human Fly! Join us on an electrifying journey as we delve into the enigmatic life of the man who defied gravity, thrilled millions, and left an indelible mark on the world...

From my new book, 'You 2.0: Build Yourself Better', comes this discussion on Principle 12: The Round Table Principle! In it we look at what the Principle entails, how and why it both a cultural and technological process, and what benefits it can bring to any organisation, large or small.  Join in the discussion at https://www.darreninform.com/forum/2-thinkworks-voiceworks/discussion/cf66f126-76d9-...

Based on a chapter in my new book You 2.0: Build Yourself Better (out November 1st), this episode discusses why it is important to never blindly follow the opinions of experts, and instead you should also conduct your own research so you at least know the basics about the area you need to make a decision in.  You can also join in the discussion at https://www.darreninform.com/forum/2-thinkworks-vo...

Concluding our two part look at how technology is changing the face of education, we look at the increasing role of science and technology to help level up learning opportunities around the world. Join in the discussion at https://www.darreninform.com/forum/2-thinkworks-voiceworks/discussion/06d4d518-3791-45cc-b567-19031c6b6615

With rapid advances in A.I., Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality solutions, Western world countries are poised to reap the benefits of bringing the future into classrooms. We look at some of the major schemes, policies, advantages and disadvantages of rolling out these technology into the classroom, but also look at the limiting effects of a narrow curriculum focus on students once they leave th...

They were 'the NEW House of Ideas' who burst on the scene in 1975 with a full range of colour comics, black & white magazines and supporting merchandise. They challenged the status quo, changed the rules and... imploded within a year. Join guest Chris Dingsdale and I as we reminisce and discuss the launch, the titles, the fun, the chaos, the reasons for failure and the legacy of the company th...

Time to nerd out with a look at three ground-breaking consoles/home entertainment systems that failed to engage despite being backed by major companies. What were they? Why did they fail? What is their legacy? Find out as we discuss the fate of the 3Do, the CDTV and the CD-i whilst also sharing personal experiences of the platforms. Join in the discussion at https://www.darreninform.com/forum/2-th...

In our concluding look at the impact of social media, we examine how it has changed societal and behavioural norms, and wonders what can we do to bring social media technology back to what it was originally intended to do without stifling debate and activism (a question which will need further consideration at a later date).  In the meantime, join in the discussion about social media with your own...

In this episode we look at the impact of social media on mental health and give some little hacks to help protect yourself or people you know, from the constant attentions that social media platforms seem to demand of their users. Join in the discussion at https://www.darreninform.com/forum/2-thinkworks-voiceworks/discussion/8bec9001-a30d-414e-8e97-dde4896e0eeb

This week we take a look at social media and the impact it has had on communication, privacy and safety. Join in the discussion at https://www.darreninform.com/forum/2-thinkworks-voiceworks/discussion/ebd6967d-6b69-4756-935c-1c7a7842e6b2 Please forgive the scratchy voice, I was under the weather when I recorded it.

We've discussed consciousness as part of our Philosophy 101 episodes, but we've specifically referred to 'the hard question of consciousness' in our recent episodes on panpsychism and Many Worlds Interpretation of Quantum Mechanics, so this delves into what the question is, why consciousness is proving so hard to define as a process, and what are the important thought experiments that can help us...

After a few heavy subjects, it's now time for a total nerdfest episode as I journey through adventures with Atari computers, look at how the company began, give my assessments as to why Atari failed, and explain why I still have and use my STe, Mega STe, TT and Falcon computers to this day! And all without rubbishing the Amiga! You probably won't have a clue as to why that last bit is important (w...

Reality is not certain. Actions and events have consequences that may create a universe for every possible outcome. And you exist in many of these realities all at once. This is the conclusion that Hugh Everett III made in the mid 1950s and faced so much scorn and resistance that he left the field. Today, the idea of MWI is taken as plainly self-evident. Why? What is MWI really and how does it cha...