Hosted by productivity strategist Mike Vardy, A Productive Conversation offers insightful discussions on how to craft a life that aligns with your intentions. Each episode dives into the art of time devotion, productiveness, and refining your approach to daily living. Mike invites guests who are thinkers, doers, and creators to share their strategies for working smarter and living more intentionally. From practical tips to deep dives on mindset shifts, this podcast will help you reframe your ...
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Anthony Marco and Mike Vardy take turns as Vladimir and Estragon in their continuing wait for Samuel Beckett to show up and declare talking to be dead.
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Casual conversations on productivity and self-improvement with Michael Schechter and Mike Vardy of Workflowing. Guest interviews and candid conversations on how you can do better.
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Conversations with productivity experts, authors, and creatives on how to implement productivity strategies in both your professional and personal life. The goal as you listen is to help you gain perspective, practical knowledge, and productivity insights for living a whole life that goes Beyond The To-Do List.
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Dive deep into the mysterious and empowering world of night owls with your host, Mike Vardy. As a proud Night Owl himself and renowned productivity strategist, Mike passionately dismantles myths and highlights the unique strengths that those "wired for later" bring to the table. Each episode is a treasure trove of scientific findings and anecdotal truths aimed at both celebrating and understanding the unparalleled productivity that happens later in the day... and into the night. Subscribe no ...
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Download Defunct_-_Episode_2.mp3 In this episode... Dave talks about a gridiron response to US tariff wars. Steve talks about two 70's pitchers who "swing" for the picket fences. Anthony talks about when NHL players tried to look like youth ministers.By Anthony Marco and Mike Vardy
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Neil Ghosh Talks About Doing More Good and Building Legacy
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38:38I had the chance to sit down with Neil Ghosh, a seasoned executive whose work has spanned the nonprofit, government, philanthropic, and private sectors. He’s also the author of Do More Good: Inspiring Lessons from Extraordinary People, a book filled with stories of leaders, visionaries, and everyday people who embody the power of empathy, courage, …
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Shawn Lemon on Digital Organization: Find What You Need in Seconds
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45:50Shawn Lemon is the founder of The Digital Organizer, where he helps individuals and teams eliminate friction and chaos in their digital workflows. In this episode, we go deep into digital file systems, tool audits, naming conventions, AI clutter, and the underestimated cost of daily digital disorganization. This isn’t about color-coding your folder…
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This episode is the latest in our monthly PM Talks series, and Patrick Rhone and I dive into the idea of connection—what it means, how it shows up in unexpected ways, and why it’s such a powerful force in our lives. From sports teams and fandoms to faith, empathy, and even the role AI can play in everyday decisions, we explore how connection shapes…
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Harry Cohen on Positive Leadership & Energy Management
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40:46In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Harry Cohen, a leadership consultant and author of Be the Sun, Not the Salt. In this uplifting conversation, Harry unpacks how small moments of positive energy can have massive ripple effects—and how each of us can show up as a force for good in our relationships, teams, and communities. In this episode, we explor…
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Chris Ducker Talks About Long Haul Leadership and Lasting Success
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41:37In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Chris Ducker—serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and longtime friend—to talk about his latest book, The Long Haul Leader: 10 Strategies to Work Smarter, Live Better, and Achieve Lasting Success. Chris has spent over two decades building, buying, and selling businesses, while mentori…
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Charles Duhigg on the Secret Power of Storytelling in Communication
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42:46This week, we’re revisiting one of our most impactful conversations—with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author Charles Duhigg, about his latest book Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection. In a world where remote work, digital communication, and polarized conversations are the norm, knowing how to tru…
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Ben Amos Talks About Video Strategy and Storytelling
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1:07:29In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I welcome Ben Amos—video strategist, producer, international speaker, and author of Engage: The Definitive Guide to Video Strategy for Business. Ben has helped brands and entrepreneurs around the globe cut through the noise and connect with their audiences through intentional video. We dig into why stra…
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Pat Flynn on Lean Learning: Achieve More by Consuming Less
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50:39Pat Flynn returns to the show to share insights from his newest book, Lean Learning: How to Achieve More by Learning Less. In a world overflowing with content, Pat offers a powerful solution for those overwhelmed by endless podcasts, videos, and inspiration rabbit holes. Instead of more input, Lean Learning is about acting on just the right informa…
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Download Defunct_1.mp3 Dave, Steve, and Anthony launch the pilot episode concerning the questionable (and downright objectionable) in the wide world and history of sports.By Anthony Marco and Mike Vardy
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Alan Gannett on Unlocking Everyday Creativity for Greater Productivity (Shortcast)
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9:16In this Shortcast edition, Alan Gannett, author of The Creative Curve, demystifies the myth that creativity is an inborn talent. Instead, he lays out how great ideas emerge at the intersection of familiarity and novelty—and how anyone can train themselves to consistently produce creative work. The Creativity Curve Explained: Alan introduces the “cr…
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Michael Timms Talks About Inspiring Accountability Without Blame
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38:31In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Michael Timms—TEDx speaker, leadership consultant, and author of How Leaders Can Inspire Accountability. This conversation is a part of our ongoing exploration into the habits that drive not just productivity, but the kind of leadership that inspires lasting impact. Michael unpacks how a…
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Michael Long on Taming Dopamine: Regain Focus and Productivity
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40:46Michael Long is a bestselling author and speechwriter who co-wrote Taming the Molecule of More, the follow-up to the hit book The Molecule of More. In this conversation, we dive into how dopamine—the brain’s “molecule of more”—drives distraction, craving, creativity, and productivity, and how we can train it to serve us instead of sabotage us. In t…
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This episode is the latest in our monthly PM Talks series, where I’m joined by my friend Patrick Rhone to explore timeless ideas around productivity, creativity, and everything in between. In this conversation, we take a deep dive into what it really means to be creative—especially when you're busy, overwhelmed, or stuck in perfectionism. We unpack…
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Ingrid Jansen on Decluttering with Purpose: Reset Your Home & Mind
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42:17Professional organizer Ingrid Jansen, co-author of Reset Your Home, explains why clutter is more about emotions than “stuff,” why decluttering is a process (not a project), and how to start small—think kitchens, cupboards, and daily resets—to build your “decluttering muscle” over time. In this conversation, we discuss: Process over project: Declutt…
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Brian Tracy Talks About Prioritization, Self-Discipline, and Eating That Frog [BONUS EPISODE]
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48:25Brian Tracy returns to A Productive Conversation to mark the launch of the 4th Edition of Eat That Frog!, the productivity classic that has helped millions worldwide stop procrastinating and get more done. This updated edition includes a new chapter on the Law of Three, enhanced tools, and a built-in discussion and action guide — making it more rel…
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Bill McGowan on How to Speak Memorably and Communicate with Clarity & Confidence
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38:59Bill McGowan, author of Speak Memorably: The Art of Captivating an Audience, shares practical ways to make your ideas stick—on stage, on Zoom, and in any high-stakes moment. We get into dynamic delivery, smarter structure, and memorable language devices you can use immediately. In this conversation, we discuss: Dial it up (a bit): Why what feels “o…
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Rob Shallenberger Talks About Pre-Week Planning and Leading a Life by Design
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38:59In the latest episode, I sit down with Rob Shallenberger—CEO of Becoming Your Best Global Leadership and one of the world’s foremost authorities on productivity and time management. Rob’s background is as dynamic as it is inspiring: from flying F-16s and serving as an Advance Agent for Air Force One to training Fortune 500 companies and governments…
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Paul Kirby on Productivity with Purpose: The FUSE Pathway
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44:43In this episode, Paul Kirby, author of The FUSE Pathway: How to Find and Lead a Fulfilling Life, shares how to identify your core passions, combine them into a unique vision, and build a realistic, evolving plan to pursue them. Drawing from his own experience of designing a robot that paints, Paul explains the FUSE framework—Find, Upgrade, Start, E…
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Zorana Pringle on Creativity as a Choice: From Ideas to Action
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37:58Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle is a leading researcher in creativity psychology and author of The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action. In this episode, she unpacks how creativity isn’t just a moment of inspiration—it’s a series of choices. Whether you think you’re creative or not, Zorana shares how motivation, a…
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ASK MIKE ANYTHING: Journaling, Urgency, and Letting Go of Empty Productivity
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1:04:37In this very special "Ask Mike Anything" edition of the podcast, the tables turn. TimeCrafting Trust Premium member and all-around thoughtful guy Tim O’Hare steps in to host and ask me questions submitted by listeners—and some of his own. From the value of journaling to the nuances of urgency, we explore what it truly means to right the ship when y…
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Jeffrey & Jamie Downs on The Power of Streaks to Build Daily Habits That Stick (Shortcast)
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9:55In this shortcast edition of Beyond the To-Do List, Jeffrey and Jamie Downs, creators of the Streaking method and authors behind streakingmastery.com explore how laughably simple daily habits can help you build momentum, boost confidence, and turn goals into long-term identity shifts. Why Simplicity Wins: Simple actions are doable even on your hard…
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Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir Talks About Intuition, Attention, and Inner Alignment
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46:48What does it mean to truly listen to your intuition—and why is that more vital than ever in today’s overstimulated world? In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I’m joined by Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir: Icelandic thought leader, author, and director of the documentary InnSæi: The Power of Intuition. Her new book, InnSæi: Icelandic Wisdom for Tur…
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