Aug 12, 202615 min
What if only 20% of the work you do is responsible for the majority of your results? In this episode of The Difference Engineering Podcast, I explore Pareto’s Principle—the 80/20 rule—and how it applies to one of the...
About this Podcast:
Business is complicated, and very human. The Difference Engine is where those two truths meet. Each episode explores the thoughts and emotions of running and growing a private business—decisions, data, habits, and the quiet psychological battles that shape them. Hosted by a business strategist who’s in the trenches every day with owners and teams, this show serves up what actually moves a business forward: clarity, execution, and the willingness to face discomfort. You’ll hear real conversations, practical frameworks, and the kind of thinking that makes running a company feel less chaotic and more inevitable. If you’re building something and you want an honest voice to rely on—this is your place. The goal is simple: help you create the difference that changes everything.
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What is The Difference Engine about?
Business is complicated, and very human. The Difference Engine is where those two truths meet. Each episode explores the thoughts and emotions of running and growing a private business, decisions, data, habits, and the quiet psychological battles that shape them.
What has The Difference Engine covered recently?
Recent episodes include "The 80/20 Rule: Focus on What Actually Moves the Needle" (12 August 2026, 15 minutes), "You’re Always Training This In Yourself" (4 August 2026, 13 minutes), and "Golden Rule In Action" (31 July 2026, 11 minutes).
How often does The Difference Engine publish?
The Difference Engine publishes roughly a few times a week, with episodes averaging 12 minutes across 58 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Difference Engine?
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The strongest fits for The Difference Engine are Business & Management Consulting. The Difference Engine has a business audience.
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The Difference Engine is a business podcast with 58 episodes published.
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You’re Always Training This In Yourself
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Golden Rule In Action
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The Formula for Dreams
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Enough Ideas To Do Nothing
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Your Mind Is Keeping You Trapped
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Rejection Is The Road To 1%
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Episode #45
POV - You’re Dying of Obscurity
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Episode #44
Every Business Requires This Skill
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Episode #43
People Matter
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The Architect of Happiness
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