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.

Subscribe and join the conversation—because a productive life is more than just getting things done.

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FROM THE VAULT: Thomas Frank Talks About Elevat...
Thomas Frank discusses his creative process, challenges in video content creation, and balancing productivity with creativity in this insightful podcast episode.
58 min
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Dr. Dale Whelehan Talks About Revolutionizing W...
Dr. Dale Whelehan shares insights on the four-day workweek's impact on productivity and well-being, offering a glimpse into the future of work.
32 min
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PM Talks S1E4: Failure
Join Mike Vardy and Patrick Rhone in a compelling PM Talks episode discussing failure, choice, and the rich growth that can emerge from both.
49 min
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Derin "DMac" McMains Talks About Talks About T...
Derin "DMac" McMains shares his journey from pro baseball to mental coaching, highlighting athlete identity, overcoming self-doubt, and the power of presence.
35 min
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FROM THE VAULT: Ian Morgan Cron Talks About Enn...
Explore the Enneagram with Ian Morgan Cron and discover "The Story of You" and how to use it for personal growth and self-awareness.
38 min
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Lindsey Roy Talks About Overcoming Adversity wi...
Lindsey Roy discusses overcoming adversity with perspective, vulnerability, and gratitude. A must-listen for personal growth seekers.
36 min
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PM Talks S1E3: Nuance
Join Patrick Rhone in discussing the vital role of nuance in creativity and productivity. An episode filled with insights and stories.
54 min
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Chris Knudsen Talks About Unconventional Busine...
Chris Knudsen talks unconventional business wisdom, self-education, and learning from failures in "Trust Me, I'm a Consultant."
43 min
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FROM THE VAULT: Nir Eyal Talks About Mastering ...
Nir Eyal on mastering focus with "Indistractable," offering insights on productivity, distraction, and living intentionally
49 min
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Haemin Sunim Talks About Zen Wisdom for Life's ...
Discover Zen wisdom with Haemin Sunim on facing life's challenges, embracing contentment, and finding joy in the present
59 min
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PM Talks S1:E2: Choices
Explore happiness & contentment through personal choices with Patrick Rhone on the PM Talks series. A deep dive into minimalism, goals, and living intentionally.
34 min
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Haris Butt Talks About AI and Productivity Enha...
Explore AI's impact on productivity with Haris But. from ClickUp. Insightful discussion on balancing AI tools and human efficiency in this podcast episode.
41 min
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Hal Elrod Talks About Revamping “The Miracle Mo...
Explore Hal Elrod's journey and the evolving Miracle Morning routine in our latest podcast episode, packed with insights and practical advice.
24 min
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Francesco D’Alessio Talks About Innovative Prod...
Dive into productivity with Francesco D’Alessio: App methodologies, AI tools, and finding the perfect productivity software.
39 min
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Ben Kirk Talks About Productivity, Routines, an...
Productivity coach Ben Kirk joins Mike to discuss habits, routines, and overcoming obstacles
39 min
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PM Talks S1E1: (Mostly) Paper Planners
Patrick Rhone joins me in a new monthly special series where we talk and listen to each other about things. This time around? Mostly paper planners.
47 min
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Jim Vaselopulos Talks About Achieving Clarity i...
Jim Vaselopulos shares insights on clarity, balance, and storytelling in business, guiding us to work less and achieve more.
33 min
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FROM THE VAULT: Angela Crocker Talks About Mast...
Explore digital decluttering with Angela Crocker, discussing her book and tips on managing apps, emails, and calendars.
26 min
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Justin Chen Talks About Harnessing Feedback for...
Justin Chen on leveraging feedback for business success, AI limitations, and remote work dynamics.
32 min
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Matt Martin Talks About AI-Enhanced Productivit...
Discover AI's role in productivity with Matt Martin in Ep. 505. Insights on time management and creative tools.
33 min
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Russel Lolacher Talks About Relationships At Work
Join Mike as he engages with Russel Lolacher in a compelling discussion about evolving leadership and the essence of nurturing a positive workplace culture
31 min
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FROM THE VAULT: Juliet Funt Talks About Embraci...
Discover Juliet Funt's insights on productivity and whitespace, redefining how we balance work and life for better creativity.
43 min
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Dan Pontefract Talks About Redefining Work-Life...
Explore Dan Pontefract's insights on redefining work-life balance for personal growth and workplace authenticity on our podcast."
36 min
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Brian Johnson Talks About Mastering Life's Ulti...
Explore life mastery with Brian Johnson: virtues, excellence, and purpose. A guide to living your best life.
33 min
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David Allen Talks About Mastering Productivity ...
The creator of “Getting Things Done” delves into remote work productivity and self-management on the 500th episode of the podcast.
42 min