Freedom From The Desk

About Freedom From The Desk

Freedom From The Desk is about thinking differently about how we live, work, and take care of ourselves. Hosted by Nicola Brunton, each episode explores mindset, health, personal growth, and building a life that isn’t defined by burnout or being tied to a desk. I share practical insights, personal stories, and thought-provoking ideas from decades working with small business owners, alongside my own journey navigating health, business, and personal reinvention. A space for curious thinkers who know there must be a better way to live and work.

Publisher

Nicola Brunton

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

23 May 2025

Latest episode

15 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

46 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Apr 2026

   Why Growth Feels Hard (Capability vs Capacity Explained)

   In today's episode: This week on Freedom From the Desk ... I joined by leadership coach Pete Chant to explore a simple but powerful concept: Time + Attention = Growth Together, they unpack what this really means for small business owners — and why growth often feels harder than it should. From the difference between capability and capacity, to how we invest our time and attention each day, this conversation offers a grounded look at what actually drives progress in business. Because it’s not about doing more… it’s about doing the right things, with intention. A practical and thought-provoking episode for anyone navigating the realities of running a business on their own. ______ About Pete Chant and how to connect:Pete Chant is a leadership and business coach who works with individuals and organisations to develop clarity, capability, and capacity. His work focuses on helping people lead themselves and their businesses more effectively.Learn more about Vector Advantage:https://vectoradvantage.com.au/Book a free call with Pete: https://vectoradvantage.com.au/contact/Connect with Pete on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-chant/_____________ My channel Freedom from the Desk, isn’t just about business.It’s about building a life that works from the inside out.If you’d like to follow along, I share:• Recipes• Ingredient awareness• Toxin-free swaps• Mindset and preventative health reflectionsAll my resources can be here: https://www.freedomfromthedesk.com.au/Or connect with me here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickyb970/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicola.brunton.1

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   8 Apr 2026

   E171 Explained: What’s Really in Your Food?

   In today's episode: This week on Freedom From the Desk ... What’s actually in the food we’re eating every day? E171 (Titanium Dioxide) a commonly used food additive that exists purely to improve the appearance of products, not their nutritional value! Often used to make foods look brighter and more visually appealing, this ingredient has raised concerns globally and has been banned in parts of Europe, yet it still appears in products on Australian supermarket shelves. This episode isn’t about fear, it’s about awareness and education. In this episode, I chat about: What Titanium Dioxide (E171) actually is and why it’s used Why it has been banned in some countries The different names it can appear under (including cosmetics vs food) Where it commonly shows up in everyday products A real-world example from a supermarket product Why ingredient labels can be misleading or incomplete How small, repeated exposures can compound over time Simple, practical ways to start making more informed choices Because the goal isn’t to change everything overnight, it’s to understand what we’re consuming and make better decisions over time. ____________________ ACCESS YOUR Free Resource: ⁠Additives Cheat Sheet⁠ Other names mentioned: E171 (EU food additive number for titanium dioxide). Titanium Dioxide (common name; also used in ingredient lists). CI 77891 (Colour Index number commonly used for pigments in cosmetics). TiO2 (chemical formula; sometimes shown on technical sheets). Titanium(IV) oxide (chemical name; occasionally used in technical contexts). ____________________ Hi, I’m Nicola Brunton. Proud founder of n.b. Office Assist, qualified bookkeeper, VA, and now passionate advocate for building a flexible and sustainable online business. After 25 years supporting small business owners, not-for-profits, and entrepreneurs through every admin and behind-the-scenes challenge imaginable, I realised something big:You weren’t made to stay stuck at your desk. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Freedom From The Desk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.freedomfromthedesk.com.au/home) is the podcast that helps you evolve from task-juggler to a more aligned individual, through exploring mindset, money, self-leadership, and online income streams that align with the life you actually want to live. Whether you're deep in the day-to-day of running a business or starting to explore your next chapter, you're in the right place. I would love 💓 a follow, review, and share if this episode speaks to you. Continue to shine, Nicola Freedom from the Desk

3. 

   8 Apr 2026

   Formaldehyde: What You Might Be Using Every Day (Without Realising)

   In today's episode: This week on Freedom From the Desk ... Formaldehyde: What You Might Be Using Every Day (Without Realising) What we’re exposed to every day matters more than we often realise! Honestly, this is a topic that isn’t always talked about in everyday language! Formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, and where they can show up in common household and personal care products. This isn’t about fear. It’s about awareness. Because health isn’t just about what we eat, how we move, or the supplements we take, it’s also shaped by what we bring into our homes and use daily. In this episode, we unpack: • What formaldehyde is (in simple terms) • The difference between formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing preservatives • Where it can appear in everyday products • Why it doesn’t always show up clearly on labels • The difference between high exposure and everyday exposure • How small, repeated exposures can add up over time • Simple, practical ways to start making more informed choices Because real change doesn’t come from doing everything at once - it comes from small, intentional shifts over time. ____________________ ACCESS YOUR Free Resource: Additives Cheat Sheet (file:///C:/Users/admin/Downloads/Addivties%20A4%20Cheat%20Sheet%20V2%20March%202026-1.pdf) Other names mentioned: DMDM hydantoin imidazolidinyl urea diazolidinyl urea quaternium-15 bronopol ____________________ Hi, I’m Nicola Brunton. Proud founder of n.b. Office Assist, qualified bookkeeper, VA, and now passionate advocate for building a flexible and sustainable online business. After 25 years supporting small business owners, not-for-profits, and entrepreneurs through every admin and behind-the-scenes challenge imaginable, I realised something big:You weren’t made to stay stuck at your desk. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Freedom From The Desk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.freedomfromthedesk.com.au/home) is the podcast that helps you evolve from task-juggler to a more aligned individual, through exploring mindset, money, self-leadership, and online income streams that align with the life you actually want to live. Whether you're deep in the day-to-day of running a business or starting to explore your next chapter, you're in the right place. I would love 💓 a follow, review, and share if this episode speaks to you. Continue to shine, Nicola Freedom from the Desk

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• Lisa O'Neill
• Erin Davis
• Pauline Guthrie

Podcast Authority Score: 33 / 100

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