Rest and Recreation

By: Michael Millward
  • Summary


  • Rest and Recreation is the part of WorkWorkWork.works where we look at work life balance from a very practical perspective identifying and exploring ways in which you can improve your work life balance in a sustainable way.

    The range of topics we cover will be as varied as life itself.

    As well as guidance about improving your own work life balance you will practical hints and tips including

    • Reviews of the books, and interviews with the authors
    • Previews and reviews of the films, theatre or other culture events
    • Our experiences trying out new leisure activities, hobbies or learn new skills
    • Ideas of what you can do to enjoy life away from work
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Episodes
  • Get Your Book Published, a conversation with book coach Andrea Glass
    Apr 18 2025

    Everyone has a book in them. For some people it is a novel, but for an increasing number of professionals it is a non-fiction book. It is not just independent professional consultants, increasing numbers of in-house professionals are writing a book.

    Whilst the idea may sound very appealing, the reality is far from easy. The list of challenges that must be addressed before the presses start rolling is extensive.

    Andrea Glass is a Book Coach who aims to support first time non fiction authors to overcome those challenges.

    In this interesting episode of Rest and Recreation Andrea explains to host Michael Millward the processes that have helped her support over 200 first time authors.

    Amongst the useful hints and tips Andrea explains her C.O.D.E. model that keeps authors focused.

    Rest and Recreation is made on Zencastr. - the all-in-one podcasting platform, on which you can create your podcast in one place and then distribute it to the major platforms. It really does make creating content so easy.

    If you would like to try podcasting using Zencastr visit zencastr.com/pricing and use our offer code ABECEDER.

    Gifts From Andrea Glass - If you would like to discuss the book that you have inside you with Andrea, please visit her website to book a free 15 minute conversation.

    My Fabulous First Book: A Workbook helps first-time nonfiction authors get prepared to write a fabulous first book.

    Travel - Andrea is based in San Diego. If you would like to visit California book your travel at The Ultimate Travel Club, It’s where you will get trade prices on flights, hotels, and package holidays.

    Use offer code ABEC79 to receive a discount on your membership fee.

    You can find out more about both Michael Millward, and Andrea Glass at Abeceder.co.uk .

    Being a Guest - be a guest on Rest and Recreation, contact us using the link at Abeceder.co.uk. We recommend that potential guests take one of the podcasting guest training programmes available from Work Place Learning Centre.

    Proactive Positive Ageing – requires knowing your body, that’s why we recommend The Annual Health Test from York Test, which tests for 39 different health markers.

    You can access your easy-to-understand results and guidance via your secure, personal Wellness Hub account.

    Access York Test https://www.yorktest.com/and use this discount code ABECEDER2.

    Matchmaker.fm - Thank you to the team at Matchmaker.fm introducing me to Joanna. Matchmaker.fm is where matches of great hosts and great guests are made. Use our offer code MILW10 for a discount on membership.

    Three the network - Three has the UK’s Fastest 5G Network with Unlimited Data, which means less buffering.

    Use my referral code WPFNUQHU at Three for information about Three's business and personal telecom solutions.

    If you have liked this episode of Rest and Recreation, please give it a like and download it. To make sure you do not miss future editions please subscribe.

    Remember, the aim of all the podcasts produced by Abeceder is not to tell you what to think, but we do hope to make you think!

    Thank you to you for listening.

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    32 mins
  • Exploring Modelling
    Apr 11 2025

    Paul Tyer was a hobby modeller who turned a hobby into a living when he founded Peedie Models. He now lives in Orkney.

    In this episode of Rest and Recreation Paul explains to Michael Millward the managing director of Abeceder and host of Rest and Recreation how he became a professional modeller.

    They discuss how other people can get involved.

    For more information about Paul Tyer and Peedie Models please visit his website.

    If you would like to podcasting, use Zencastr. Visit their website, and use my offer code RANDR.

    If you are interested in visiting the Orkney Islands the best way to arrange your travel is to become a member of The Ultimate Travel Club. Use the offer code ABEC79 for a discount on membership of The Ultimate Travel Club

    Proactive Positive Ageing.

    It is always a good idea to know the risks early so that you can take appropriate actions to maintain good health, that is why we recommend The Annual Health Test from York Test.

    York Test provides an Annual Health Test. An experienced phlebotomist will complete a full blood draw at your home or workplace. Hospital standard tests covering 39 different health markers are carried out in a UKAS-accredited and CQC-compliant laboratory.

    A Personal Wellness Hub gives access your easy-to-understand results and guidance to help you make effective lifestyle changes anytime via your secure, personal Wellness Hub account.

    Visit York Test https://www.yorktest.com/and use this discount code ABECEDER2.

    Rest and Recreation is made on Zencastr, because Zencastr is the all-in-one podcasting platform, that really does make creating content so easy.

    If you would like to try podcasting using Zencastr visit zencastr.com/pricing and use our offer code ABECEDER.

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    26 mins
  • Discovering Slow Travel – a conversation with The Holiday Fixer Gemma Perry
    Apr 4 2025

    One of the growing trends in leisure travel is the increasing interest in slow travel.

    In this episode of the Rest and Recreation, the work life balance podcast produced by Abeceder host Michael Millward meets Gemma Perry, the Holiday Fixer.

    Gemma explains that the term slow travel can be interpreted in different ways by different parts of the travel industry.

    They discuss what has created the interest in slow travel and how that is driving growth in the sector.

    Gemma offers advice on how to select the best slow travel options for you, including when families including triple or more generational families want a slow travel experience.

    Michael and Gemma also share memories of their own individual experiences of slow travel.

    You will leave this podcast understanding inspired to embark on your own slow travel adventure.

    Rest and Recreation is Made on Zencastr, because creating on Zencastr is so easy.

    If you would like to try podcasting using Zencastr use our offer code ABECEDER.

    Visit Abeceder for more information about Michael Millward, and Gemma Perry.

    Proactive Positive Ageing.

    It is always a good idea to know the risks early, so that you can take appropriate actions to maintain good health, that is why we recommend The Annual Health Test from York Test.

    York Test provides an Annual Health Test. An experienced phlebotomist will complete a full blood draw at your home or workplace. Hospital standard tests covering 39 different health markers are carried out in a UKAS-accredited and CQC-compliant laboratory.

    A Personal Wellness Hub gives access your easy-to-understand results and guidance to help you make effective lifestyle changes anytime via your secure, personal Wellness Hub account.

    Visit York Test and use this discount code ABECEDER2.

    Tech Problems?

    If you are using your smartphone to listen to The Independent Minds and experienced connection problems, you would probably like to know that Three has the UK’s fastest 5G network with unlimited data, so listening on Three means that you can wave goodbye to buffering.

    Visit Three for information about business and personal telecom solutions from Three, and the special offers available when you quote our referral code WPFNUQHU.

    Being a Guest

    If you would like to be a guest on Rest and Recreation, please contact Abeceder.

    We recommend that potential guests take one of the podcasting guest training programmes available from Work Place Learning Centre.

    If you have liked this episode of Rest and Recreation, please give it a like and download it. To make sure you do not miss future editions please subscribe.

    Remember, the aim of all the podcasts produced by Abeceder is not to tell you what to think, but we do hope to make you think!

    Thank you to you for listening.


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    29 mins
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