FAQ (Slightly Cheeky Version)

How do you pronounce your name?

‘Leigh’ as in the URL of this blog (lay). To make it more memorable, you can think of the Hawaiian wreath of flowers or the chip!

If you were to speak at TED what would the first minute of your talk sound like? 

After internalising Chris Anderson’s Google appearances (first and second). I’ve come up with this.

What’s your favourite kind of pizza?

Well…for starters…I would like a pizza that has a multigrain base (or something). But I guess wholemeal or…

WAIT!? Is there such as thing as soughdough pizza!?

Talking about toppings….I’m going to refer to a menus I have on file for some inspiration:

  • Sustainable Meat (totally my creation) – Kangaroo Offcuts cooked in Pho style broth until meat falling off the bone + Veal (can this be sustainable? Maybe I’ll take this out) + Capcicum + Cheery Tomatoes + Rocket + Shitake Mushrooms (I know! It’s getting weirder!).
  • Buffalo Chicken (another creation) – I somehow like the idea that you’re served a veggie pizza (Mushroom and Capcicum) base and then the wings on the side (I’m going with the breaded crispy wing version rather than the hot sauce and barbecue version). You basically flake the wings and put the meat onto the pizza.
  • Garlic Prawns – Anything that has to do with prawns…is challenging…because I don’t have a guarantee that they come from the sustainable farm up in Queensland. Appearenly that’s even better than actual fishing.

But if we were to pop in a pizza place…I would want to ask about what isn’t on the menu. 🙂 Not sure where a learned that. Was it through a cooking show? A random conversation with an acquaintance?

How about bringing all humans into a reality show?

I’m not so sure about that. Because its kind of important to give each human a choice. If I would pick one though…it’ll be a version of ‘Married At First Sight’ mixed with ‘The Single Wives’ (I’m not crazy about the title too but the idea is helping those who have been married before…or Widowed…to find a possible life partner)…but with friends. There’s been a lot of talk about how difficult it is for adults to make friends. So, that would be a cool way to teach those who are willing to listen on how they can not only improve their friendships….but easily build new ones.

Do you make your entries purposely short?

Yes I do. Though sometimes they get quite long (like this, this and this).

One of the reasons is I’d like to hear from you (send me a message with your own FAQ — you can even use this one as a template! Or you can answer the questions posed here.). 🙂 The entries are more of a conversation starter. The other is they are extensions of longer pieces.

I need to give you my email address to visit your personal website?

That’s only if you want to sign up to the mailing list (which is about my music discovery project). Just close the pop up every time it appears. It gets a bit tricky if you’re using your phone though…as some letters make the ‘x’ (close button) difficult to decipher.

I like the stuff you share on social media and elsewhere. Can you make time to check out my social media posts and tell me which ones you enjoy?

Sure! Just send the links.

P.S. It would help me reply to your message much quicker if you send me the links to the two entries you’d like me to read first. 🙂

I’ve noticed that you have unique content for each of the platforms your on. I see a lot of people on social media just doing a broadcast on their different accounts (by linking them), so if I go to their Twitter feed, it just links to what they posted on Instagram. Is there a reason you don’t do the same thing?

Thing is….there is no sense for readers to follow me in another platform…when one platform just replicates itself in others. It’s like I’m talking to any other person I meet in the same way. Because each platform is unique in it’s own way…I aim to go with what works best with that platform and look for specific content that works well.

At the moment…according to time spent…my rankings are:

  • Twitter – Though I still use Twitter’s Direct Messaging system, I have a number of interactions that are publicly available (even if you’re not logged on Twitter). You can find them by checking out my replies.
  • Tumblr – indulging (just a bit!) the fan in me. 🙂 So a lot of the posts are written from that perspective. I’ve also started making a list of things I’m thankful for. If you use this link, you’ll get all related posts (I’m up to #54!).
  • Comedy To Watch – My film reviews have slowed down to a trickle. Maybe in time they might pick up again.
  • Mailing List – took awhile to finally go for a domain name. No regrets — lots learned from the experience!
  • Google+ – I struggled for awhile on how to approach this one…and eventually went with treating it like an RSS feed. So it’ll be the links that may yet end up mentioned in a future piece…or something I find interesting (and may want to refer back to in the future), but have not found a place in my other feeds. Shame I wasn’t able to save my links from that feed before it was taken out of circulation by Alphabet.

For an index by topic, you can head here.

Um…what would I find here?

It’s mostly behind the scenes commentary. So you might find essays about perspectives I needed to overcome setbacks and get me closer to my goals. This could mean privacy related ones or an epiphany about the kind of content I consume.

As I find additional homes for future pieces, I find that this feed would just end up as an extension of that.

What are your current projects?

Here are some of them:

  • Sending 50,000 notes of encouragement (TBA for the project link! But you can find my thoughts on the first 4,000)
  • The Entrepreneur Check-in (Web Series)
  • The Artist Check-in (Web Series)
  • The Music Discovery Project (I’m still at loss on what to officially call it — or something more unique)
  • The Q&A Sessions

I get annoyed when I get asked what I do. How do you handle this question?

I just ask myself: ‘What’s the most important thing I’d like this person to know about me?’ — then answer accordingly. But my default one is: what I have in my Instagram bio and my personal site. I’m a composer.

I’m not really into sales —- though had been told that it is something that I should try as a personal development task (and that no matter what I do, somehow all interactions come in some form of selling). I had discovered you’re a composer, and listened to one of the tracks from your second album. I’d like to test out my sales skills by selling your music. Can you help me get started?

I like your approach to personal growth! Send me a message and we’ll talk details. 🙂

(A word of warning though…the process is grueling. As long as you are keen to invest your time in learning by doing, its a possibility that I can be a partner and be involved in your sales journey. And if you do realise that this is something that has lit a fire in your heart…you may be headed to carving out your own niche at a level similar to Jay Abrahams)

Are you planning on releasing more music?

Indeed! A third instrumental album is in the works. I’m 30% in, and if you keep prodding me (yes! asking me: ‘are you done yet?’ would help!).

For the sampler, you can head here.

How do you approach your writing?

Like a daily experiment! (Longer answer here)

I’m feeling bummed and disappointed. Any viewing suggestions?

Now…I haven’t really had the time to really get to know you…so I don’t have an idea of what your viewing taste is like. A way to understand if I am the best person to do this is to look at what I’ve been watching. Because it is a regular thing for me (as it does give me inspiration for my work), you’ll see references of titles of TV shows and films that I’ve enjoyed (or currently watching), but probably a good place to start is my Tumblr feed. There should be enough entries to give you an idea of not only if our preferences overlap…but also if there is something that you might want to check out.

I need someone to help me build my perspective and mind-set to achieve my goals and help me grow along the way. Can you be that person?

Since you asked (and so patiently read through my other entries). I’d be honored.

(longer answer: here)

How would you describe your sense of humour?

You may have to help me on that! Though after watching additional content from ‘The Good Wife’ and hearing how they describe the kind of humour in the show, I think the term I’m going to lean towards is ‘subtle’. Even that term still sounds general, so to be more specific…it is the kind of ‘subtle humour’ that isn’t vulgar or has something that is intended to put down another person (consciously or unconsciously).

As I am not a fan of spoilers…so I’m not going to share the scenes which have made me laugh (from ‘Better Call Saul‘, ‘Elementary’, ‘The Newsroom‘, ‘The Good Wife‘ or ‘Friday Night Lights‘). Unless you find that something you find funny…will always be funny…no matter how many times you watch it!

Okay…if you’re that person…I will let you know which scenes:

Here are some things that made me smile (and you need not worry about spoilers!):

I really resonated with this post. I’m looking for more of my people and it’s really frustrating because I come across a lot of people who behave like jerks. What strategy worked for you?

If someone is being a jerk to me, I interpret whatever they said (or did) as them telling me: ‘I’m not the right person for you’. I do have to constantly remind myself to just walk away (or excuse myself properly if at all possible) and not engage after that (after all, there is nothing I could do if they are not receptive to another viewpoint).

It may mean that I might go through a number of people who exhibit that kind of behaviour — before finding someone that might be one of my five (or fifteen!). As frustrating as the process may sound, I just think of it as an investment (and remind myself how amazing it’ll be once I’ve found them!).

Oh! and it also doesn’t mean the strategy you are using now isn’t going to lead you to at least one of your five. Just don’t abandon it because of what someone said. Maybe wait until you’ve tested it out on at least 10 people (50 or 100 would best!)?

What’s your favourite quote?

It is ever changing. 🙂 As I write this…I’m going to go with this.

I’ve long since outgrown my close friends and are looking for others to connect with. Can you have a think and arrange an introduction?

Definitely! If you send me a message and let me know where you are and where you want to be (and even why you think you’ve outgrown your close friends), then we can go from there.

Are you doing anything to exercise your idea muscle (I came across the concept from James Altucher)?

Instead of just going for my idea muscle — I aim to do mental exercises in general. Like visiting a new place every week or attempting a new recipe.

One thing I’m doing right now is going through my contacts to find the right guests for two web series (one for artists and one for founders) that focus on strategies to get things done. This would suit those who are looking for additional content for the people they serve (listeners, patrons, clients…) and are looking to get their own IMDB profile. So I’m working my ‘idea muscle’ in a way that I’m going to have to thinking of suggestions, so episodes from the series don’t become stale.

Another one that is testing my brain is the 365 curiosity habits — though that is on hold because Thrive is in the process of a site upgrade (you’ll notice that my Instagram embeds are missing).

The other exercise I tried was to make my own version of newspaper blackout.

Just received a notification that you followed me on Twitter. What sort of criteria do you have when following?

The simplest way to put it, is, if I am keen to connect with the writer (or the owner of the Twitter account)…I follow them. That means, just finding something they shared that I like.

Just a note though…that I stick to one platform. If we have established a conversation in one platform…its not likely that I will use another platform to catch up with you when the time comes. So if we crossed paths on Reddit, and you decided you’d like to follow me on Twitter —- it doesn’t mean I’m upset at you if I don’t follow you back.

(and yes! If I seemingly am ‘blank’ when you come across me on another platform…just mention which platform we previously corresponded)

Limits: For Twitter, I’m aiming to limit the people I follow under 800.

Not sure how to put this, but…I like some of your entries…and the others I can’t stand! Do you still want me as a regular reader?

Of course! And do let me know which ones you like and which ones you don’t. I know it might not be as easy to send you custom notifications of posts via WordPress — I am willing to investigate how best to give you a heads up when I’ve shared (or found!) content that you might like! 🙂

Really appreciate you letting me know!

How do I share your content? (Which ones should I share?)

I suggest picking one thing you like (say a Tweet), then sharing it with the person (or people!) you think would enjoy it as well.

And you can share everything and anything….

…minus personal correspondences: I’d appreciate you checking with me first before sharing information I’ve sent/shared to you — as it has been intended for you specifically…like on email or direct message (Twitter/Instagram/Reddit/Tumblr…). Once I’ve heard which in particular you’re interested in sharing — I could always make a version of it as a post, which you can easily share as it would be accessible publicly!

I’m currently living in Toronto and I really think you and my brother would make a good team (he’s also from the 35-45 demographic)! You don’t have to go on a date (or get married — yet!) with him or anything. Please, please, please reply to me so I can get your email address and pass it on to him? (He’s in his early early 40’s, has a similar faith, and currently splits his time between Cambridge and Cardiff. No idea when he’s headed to Sydney…but I don’t think it’s going to be an issue once he realises you are based there!)

Since I derive a lot of joy from making recommendations, I understand a bit where you are coming from.

Firstly, does your brother know that you’d like to fix him up with me? 🙂 You have got to confirm that he is open first!

Once you get that sorted we can spend a bit of time trading messages (so I can get to know you too), then if you think an introduction is the next step — then I’m open for you to pass on my details.

How do I sign up for your mailing list?

Head here! :))))))

Fill up the two bits (your name and email address) in the pop-up, then confirm to make sure the right address is on the mailing list. Easy! Two minutes tops.

If the pop up doesn’t show up, just keep scrolling down until you get to the opt-in form.

You can still sign up for updates (here and the Q&A Series) — or follow me on social media.

You’re like the bestie I’ve yet to have! Do you accept support from readers?

Wow…interesting term you’ve used there…

Yes, I do accept support across different platforms.

You can:

  • Help me get to 50,000 notes by suggesting discount codes I could use to encourage others to consider giving others a gift.
  • Apply to be a patron of the Q&A series.
  • Send me a post that you think would be an interesting read.
  • Suggest an album for me to check out.
  • If you think one of your friends might be open to ‘Minimalist Post-Rock’, then you can send a link to the 4-track sampler. You can ‘gift’ both my albums…as long as you know that the receiver will absolutely love it.

I think it’s quite cool of you to take the time to get to know me by starting with reading this all the way to the end. 🙂 A sign that you’re my kind of person too!

Are you open to considering new clients? (I think you can help us serve our clients and customers better…which of course would translate to a bump in sales figures)

Yes, you just have to register your interest here (read: there’s a funnel and that link is step one!).

Content above was initially inspired by Merlin’s entertaining FAQ. and reading Waleed Aly’s interview (I’m not sure if I should call it a book…because it’s an interview in print) called ‘I Know This To Be True’. 🙂 Additional changes have been select questions I’ve been asked thoughout the years.

I took a bit of time to decide whether I wanted to just put all of the entries on this page (maybe divided into subheadings? But then I realised the menu might fill up the screen!) or make individual entries.

Yes, this page will change…and change. 🙂 read it while it’s hot! 😀

Last Update: 05 April 2021

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