A Productive Conversation

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 relationship with time and find balance in a busy world.

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1
David Allen Talks About Team Productivity and t...
David Allen shares insights on team productivity, GTD evolution, and fostering trust within teams.
47 min
2
Andrew J. Mason Talks About Podcasting and Prod...
Andrew J. Mason shares insights on podcast production, productivity tools, and creative efficiency.
48 min
3
Gretchen Rubin Talks About The Four Tendencies
Gretchen Rubin talks about The Four Tendencies and how they impact productivity and relationships.
35 min
4
Tamsen Webster Talks About Lasting Change and t...
Tamsen Webster talks about the nine principles of lasting change, effective communication, and sustainable success.
35 min
5
Leo Babauta Talks About the Power of Slowing Do...
Leo Babauta from Zen Habits talks about slowing down and living intentionally in this Flashback Friday episode of A Productive Conversation.
30 min
6
Kurtis Lee Thomas Talks About Breathwork Detox ...
Kurtis Lee Thomas talks about overcoming anxiety through breathwork and offers practical exercises.
36 min
7
Flashback Friday: John Zeratsky Talks About Des...
John Zeratsky shares insights on caffeine naps, focus, and designing your environment for productivity.
43 min
8
PM Talks S1E9: Importance
Patrick Rhone and I explore the balance between urgency and importance in this episode.
38 min
9
Flashback Friday: Jon Acuff Talks About Guarant...
Jon Acuff shares his practical approach to guaranteed goals and tapping into potential
47 min
10
Pete Steinberg Talks About Leadership Shock and...
37 min
11
Carl Pullein Talks About Time Management and Pr...
Carl Pullein returns to talk about time management strategies, focusing on task prioritization and balancing work, personal projects, and administrative tasks for effective productivity.
57 min
12
Rebecca Zung Talks About Negotiating with Narci...
Rebecca Zung talks about negotiating with narcissists, offering strategies for understanding and leveraging their psyche for successful outcomes.
36 min
13
PM Talks S1E8: Urgency
Explore urgency vs. importance in this PM Talks series episode with insights, stories, and actionable advice from Mike Vardy and Patrick Rhone.
36 min
14
Paul Epstein Talks About Decision-Making and Mo...
Paul Epstein talks about decision-making and momentum using the "head, heart, hands" framework. Discover how to balance emotions and logic for better decisions.
42 min
15
Paul Austin Talks About Microdosing Psychedelic...
Paul Austin talks about microdosing psychedelics and its impact on productivity, creativity, and personal growth. Discover the potential benefits and risks.
40 min
16
Khe Hy Talks About Evolving Productivity and Se...
Khe Hy shares insights on evolving productivity, self-awareness, and balancing work and life. Learn how to set boundaries and prioritize tasks.
38 min
17
Marie-Hélène Pelletier Talks About Resilience a...
Marie-Hélène Pelletier discusses resilience, productivity, and sustaining efforts over time, offering strategies for self-awareness and mental health.
33 min
18
PM Talks S1E7: Perspective
Mike Vardy and Patrick Rhone discuss the importance of perspective, sharing stories and insights on how it shapes our lives.
46 min
19
Kevin Surace Talks About AI and Maintaining Pro...
Kevin Surace talks about AI's impact on productivity, sharing strategies for maintaining purpose and balance in life.
40 min
20
FROM THE VAULT: Corey Poirier Talks About Findi...
Corey Poirier discusses finding passion, overcoming public speaking fears, and writing a parable-style book on the podcast.
53 min
21
Laura Mae Martin Talks About Personalized Produ...
Google’s Laura Mae Martin talks personalized productivity systems, task management, and well-being. Insights from her book "UPTIME."
44 min
22
PM Talks S1E6: Writing
Mike Vardy and Patrick Rhone discuss productivity, creativity, and writing habits in this PM Talks series on A Productive Conversation.
51 min
23
Scott Rusnak Talks About Integrating EOS for Ma...
Scott Rusnak discusses integrating EOS into life, journaling, gratitude, and intentional life design for personal growth.
29 min
24
Scott H. Young Talks About Getting Better at An...
Explore skill mastery and learning with Scott H. Young in this enlightening episode of A Productive Conversation.
64 min
25
John Diggs Talks About Unlocking Potential with...
John Diggs discusses the benefits of mind mapping for personal and professional growth in this insightful podcast episode.
43 min