In this episode of Technically Working, we sit down with Amanda J. Heal — author, former government lawyer, speaker, coach, and all-around awesome human. This episode is packed with stories about tech, purpose, accessibility, audio production, and the wild evolution of tools blind people used then… and now.

• Amanda’s background, including:

• Growing up totally blind in Australia

• Her 17-year government legal career
• How accessibility tools evolved from cassette tapes and scanners to the tech we use today
• The journey from being laid off to finding her life’s purpose
• Why she wrote her book “Seeing by Vision, Not by Sight”
• Her upcoming audiobook, the recording process, and the decision to hire a narrator

• How blind authors, creators, and coaches build workflows using:

• Ulysses

• Mantis
• Vocaster 2
• Reaper
• Ecamm Live
• Loopback
• The importance of knowing when to stop DIY-ing everything and let someone help
• Video setup tips, lighting, and building a background that tells your story
• Editing challenges and the joy of remembering phantom power exists
• Building online courses, checklists, and systems that keep content creation accessible and stress-free

Title: Seeing by Vision, Not by Sight Tagline: How to discover your life's purpose and put it into action.

Amanda shares the process she used to move from fear and uncertainty to clarity and purpose — and teaches you how to do the same. It’s filled with exercises, reflections, and real client stories.

Available on:

• Amazon
• Apple Books
• Kindle

Audiobook is currently in production.

Amanda is challenging herself to help as many people as possible uncover their purpose — for $25 AUD. (Which is even less in USD.) If you’ve been feeling stuck, curious, or wanting clarity, this is an easy way to get started.

• LinkedIn: Amanda J. Heal
• Email: amanda@amandaheal.com.au
• Website: amandaheal.com.au

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In this reflective and lively episode, Michael and Damashe return to their usual unscripted banter after a series of guest interviews. They dive into confessions, personal updates, and rediscovering balance in life and work. Damashe admits the Technically Working site still isn’t live, citing exhaustion and carpal tunnel issues. Michael talks about post-cruise laziness and guide dog emergencies. The duo chat about productivity cycles, tech frustrations, health challenges, and how life (and sometimes Siri) doesn’t cooperate. Damashe also shares what it's like traveling for conventions and being recognized by listeners, while Michael recounts his cruise and convention chaos. They wrap with a deep dive into member management tools for WordPress and appreciation for their tip jar supporters.

• 🎙️ Confession time: The website is still not live — and why.
• 🧠 Productivity and burnout: Damashe struggles with energy levels, sleep issues, and navigating burnout.
• 🥩 Barbecue blues: It’s been over a year since Damashe lit his grill — and it’s hitting hard.
• 🚢 Michael’s cruise adventure: Accessibility wins and fails, and yes, he worked on vacation.
• 🐕 Titan’s tooth trouble: Guide dog vet emergencies are expensive.
• 💳 Michael makes Damashe spend money on vacation: Preordering the Zoom PodTrack P4 Next.
• 🌐 Convention updates: ACB Oregon, Washington, and Houston — listener shoutouts included!
• 🛠️ Tool talk: Podcast setups, tech rants, and a detailed debate over Paid Memberships Pro vs MemberPress.
• 📈 Audience growth: Episode numbers are climbing, and listener engagement is strong.
• 🗣️ Shoutouts: New and long-time listeners, tip jar supporters, and significant others — you rock.

• Zoom PodTrack P4 Next
• Paid Memberships Pro (PMP)
• MemberPress
• Gravity Forms
• Stripe
• WordPress local dev tools: Valet, WP Migrate
• Apple Watch sleep tracking
• Costco melatonin
• Farago, Audio Hijack

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