PRODUCTIVITY

Using AI as a Thinking Partner: The "Rubber Duck" Method Gets an Upgrade with AI

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever talked through a problem out loud and suddenly... the answer just clicked? Turns out your brain was doing something pretty remarkable, and there&...

The Luck Razor: How to Be Lucky More Often

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We break down the Luck Razor, a simple mental model that can actually increase your chances of getting lucky. We'll explain what it is, review th...

The 5-Second Conversation Hack That Makes People Instantly Like You

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Brandon explains what the  5-Second Conversation Hack is, why it works, review a study from a top psychology journal that shows how effective it can ...

The 5 Levels of Digital Operations: What Level is Your Business in Its AI Readiness?

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We break down the 5 Levels of Digital Operations, and a framework for understanding where your organization actually stands in its AI readiness and wh...

The Power of Buying Time: Why Outsourcing Tasks Boosts Your Productivity, Happiness, and Well Being…backed by Science

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Brandon explains why buying time is one of the smartest investments you can make for your productivity, happiness and as importantly, your well-being....

Email Phrases Killing Your Credibility…and What to Say Instead

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever hit send on an email and immediately regret how you worded something and want to hit a button, that doesn’t exist, to recall that email?In this...

How to Use ChatGPT Custom GPTs, Gemini Gems, Claude Projects and Grok Projects to Increase Your AI Productivity

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever ask an AI the same question for the third time this week? Or find yourself copying and pasting the same instructions over and over?Using AI assis...

Cognitive Biases: How to Make Sure Cognitive Biases Don't Sabotage Your Productivity

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're exposing cognitive biases – those sneaky mental shortcuts sabotaging your decisions without you even knowing it. We explain what ...

How to Write AI Prompts: 5 Components for 10x Better Responses

06 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We break down a proven 5-component framework for crafting AI prompts that actually work, explain why each component matters, review research that show...

Be Magnetic in Any Room with Dale Carnegie’s 7 Rules of Charisma

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Charisma will transform your relationships, your career, your work life and even your business into more productive, meaningful and memorable interact...

Avoiding Business Failure: 5 Key Areas

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s topic is crucial for optimal productivity when you are building a business…. whether that’s doing a start up or scaling and growing a bu...

Fishbone Diagrams: Your Key to Problem Solving

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're diving deep into a tool that will help you get to the root of your challenges: the fishbone diagram.  Also known as the Ishikawa diagram, ...

5 Whys Tool: How to Dig Deeper and Uncover Root Causes of Problems

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We've all faced problems that seem to reappear, no matter how many times we try to fix them. Often, we're addressing the symptoms rather th...

The Science of Energy – Why You’re Tired and How to Fix It

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about the reason you're tired sometimes more than others, what the science says and end with 4 science-backed ways to boost your energy r...

Default Behaviors: How to tweak them for a better more productive you

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we explain what default behaviors are, what the science says about Default Behaviors and then give you 4 actionable tips you can put i...

Kaizen: The 10 Core Principles That Will Increase Your Productivity and Success

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Productivity Podcast we're exploring a powerful philosophy that can help you break free from being stuck in that rut: Kaiz...

Essential Oils to Make You More Productive and Boost Your Mood

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve probably heard the claims that essential oils will help improve your sleep, skin, boost your productivity and even improve your mood.We cover...

10 Secrets to Become Mentally Unbreakable

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to the 10 Secrets to Becoming Mentally Unbreakable in your personal and professional life. History shows that staying consistent with these th...

5 AI Prompts to Master Your Salary Negotiation

02 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Salary negotiation can be nerve racking. Use these 5 AI prompts with ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok, Perplexity or your favorite AI engine to get advice to ma...

Use McKnight’s 3 Pillar Management Methodology to be a Successful Business Leader

23 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are diving into the management methodology of a legendary 3M leader, William L. McKnight. We give you a quick background of McKnight, go over...

Your Key Success Factors

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How to truly excel in your career. It's not just about passion or skills; it's about identifying and mastering your key success factors. He...

Use The Research-Plan-Execute-Repeat Loop (RPER) to Achieve Your Success

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The RPER Loop is a simple but incredibly effective framework for continuous improvement and achieving your goals, whatever they may be in your persona...

Why Some Exercise Is Beneficial When You’re Sick

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Getting sick is terrible, especially if you’re trying to stick to a consistent workout routine much less the stress that you get from thinking about...

Box Breathing - Use it as a fast acting stress reliever. Here’s how to do box breathing correctly.

26 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's fast-paced world stress can sneak up on you in a second killing your productivity and making you feel terrible. But...There's a s...

The Best CRM Software for Small to Medium (SMB) Businesses in 2024

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you looking to upgrade your sales pipeline from using spreadsheets to manage it or looking for another CRM solution? If yes today’s episode is ...

Conquer Your Email Inbox - Use this easy email hack to save time and leave work on time

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find yourself repeatedly typing out the same information in responses to email? There's a simple hack hiding in plain sight that will mak...

The 3/3/3 Daily Productivity Method: Tame the To-Do List Monster

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling overwhelmed by your never-ending to-do list? Drowning in a sea of sticky notes and digital reminders? There's a better way! Today we&ap...

Agile Methodology: Ditch the Waterfall, Embrace the Flow

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're diving into the world of Agile methodology, a project management methodology that prioritizes flexibility and collaboration. CONNECT WITH U...

The Best Solution to Clean Your Computer Screen Like a Genius at the Apple Genius Bar and Actually Boost Your Productivity

19 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you actually looked at your computer laptop or desktop screen and noticed how much dust and maybe crud is on it? A cluttered screen isn't j...

Best App to Track Your Biking and Running in 2024

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Calling all runners and cyclists! Today we're diving into the world of fitness apps, specifically the one app that dominates the pavement and tra...

5 Productivity Hacks That Turned Out to Be Myths

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re going over 5 productivity hacks that turned out to be myths. Number 3 will surprise you because a lot of productivity "experts&quo...

Boost Your Energy with this Obvious, in Hindsight, Activity

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Get the three tips on how to make sure this activity happens on a regular basis for you! It will boost your energy, put you in a good mood, and increa...

Stand Up Meeting: The most productive meeting your team ever had. Here's how to do it!

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever duplicated your effort of a teammate unknowingly and feel like you just wasted half your day? Or tasks got lost in the email or Slack abyss and ...

Intrapersonal Communication: The most important job skill you forgot about, but will change everything for you.

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Picture this: You’re preparing for a big zoom meeting to present a new project to your whole division. You log in early to make sure everything is ...

Best Team Collaboration Screen Recording Software in 2024

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're diving into the world of team collaboration and highlighting a superstar tool for asynchronous screen recording communication. Let's ...

Bossware: Does Surveillance Software Increase Productivity? Here’s what the research says.

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're tackling a hot-button issue: employee surveillance software, also known as "bossware." Is it the key to boosting remote w...

Reimagine the Rules with First Principles Thinking: What it is and how you can apply it to unlock new possibilities and become a master problem-solver.

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine a world where you don't rely on existing solutions or established practices. What would be possible?That's the essence of First Prin...

4-Bullet Email Update that Boosts Your and Your Reader's Productivity

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lengthy emails. We've all received them – those monster messages that drain your time and focus. But there's a better way, the 4-Bullet Em...

The Seinfeld Strategy: Build Long Lasting Habits and Boost Your Daily Productivity

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Learn the simple yet powerful productivity technique,  the Seinfeld Strategy to build lasting habits boost your confidence, energy and productivity. ...

Dogs at Work - Here's what the science says about how your dog effects your productivity

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder if your dog could be your secret weapon for a more productive work day?In today's episode we look at what the scientific research say...

Decision Fatigue, the Silent Productivity Killer. How to combat it so it doesn’t drain your energy.

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Decisions start from the minute you wake up until you fall asleep at night and they can be a silent productivity killer for you and your team.In this ...

7 Really Good ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini AI Prompts to Get You Started Using AI to Increase Your Productivity

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In yesterday's episode we did a faceoff between ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini. In this episode we’re giving you 7 really good Prompts to get you s...

AI: Claude vs. ChatGPT vs. Google Gemini. The Best LLM to Boost your Productivity.

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re diving into the world of large language models otherwise known as LLMs – those super-powered AI tools that can generate text, translate lang...

Can You Really Target Belly Fat for Weight Loss or is it a Myth?

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can you really target that stubborn belly fat for weight loss? We've all seen the ads promising quick fixes to weight loss and six pack abs, but...

Keystone Habits and The Domino Effect of Unleashing Your Full Potential

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine one habit that has the power to boost your energy, well being, happiness and productivity. That’s what a keystone habit can do for you and ...

Best Note Taking App in 2024 to Increase Your Productivity

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The best note taking app to replace your paper notebook in 2024 that will allow you to search, synch, and share your notes among just a few of the fea...

The L10 Meeting: A model for truly productive meetings

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tired of endless unproductive meetings? The L10 meeting model might be your answer.Today we will explain what the L10 meeting is, tell you who came up...

Toxic Relationships: How to know if you’re in one and how to get out!

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are there people in your life that are filled with drama, bring you down, cross the mutual respect bounty, kill your productivity, and leave you feeli...

What to Look for When Hiring a Productivity Coach for You or Your Team

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you and or your team feel overwhelmed and wishing you could get more done, but don’t know where to begin. Are you thinking a productivity coach ...

5 Ways to End a Conversation at a Networking Event to Make the Most Productive Use of Your Time

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have ever found yourself stuck in a conversation with no clear exit at a networking event?Today we are talking about how these situations happen to us...

Scope Creep: Is it really the enemy it’s made out to be?

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever have a project planned out only to get derailed by new functions, features or requirements that seem to show up out of nowhere?Let's face it...

How You Can Use the Triple Column Technique To Improve Your Self Confidence

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever find yourself having negative self talk? Everyone experiences negative self-talk from time to time. It’s that nagging inner critic that can der...

5 Fun Things to Do in Half Moon Bay California this Weekend - April 19-21, 2024

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Half Moon Bay, California listeners if you want to be your most productive self you’ve got to take some time off work and have some fun.So here’s ...

5 Fun Things to Do in Melbourne Australia this Weekend - April 19-21, 2024

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Melbourne Australia listeners, if you want to be your most productive self you’ve got to take some time off work and have some fun.So here’s 5 Fun...

Focus Pills - Research Shows This Supplement Increases Your Focus and Concentration to Boost Your Productivity

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can some supplements really give you better focus and significantly improve your productivity?Today we’re diving into a natural supplement you can t...

Nightcap Nightmare: Why You Want to Say No to Alcohol Before Bed and 7 Healthy Alternatives That Work

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You know the feeling: you’ve had a long day, you unwind with a glass of wine or other spirit and drift off peacefully, right?!Today we’re looking ...

Johari Window: A Tool for Self-Discovery and Teamwork That’s Surprising How Much It Improves You and Your Team

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Has someone ever used a word to describe you that surprised you because you didn’t realize that was how others see you?Today, we're exploring t...

Try The New ARC Browser by The Browser Company to Increase Your Productivity

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever feel like the internet browser hasn’t been updated in years or even a decade. You’re not a alone, for the most part the Internet Browser has ...

Research Uncovers Three Words the Most Successful and Productive People Use that Most are Scared to Say

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever said something you instantly regretted? We've all been there. But...what separates the high achievers, the super productive folks, from the...

Burnout: The 6 Stages to Burnout Recovery Backed by Science

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you feeling exhausted, unmotivated, and overwhelmed? If so, you’re likely burned out and You're not alone, we’re living in a wild world a...

How Many Hours A Week Should You Really Be Working?

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's question plagues office workers, remote workers and digital nomads alike: how many hours should you really be working? Is the standard 40...

Create Mindless Lists to Boost Your Productivity

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can scribbling things down mindlessly actually boost your focus and efficiency?Today, we giving you a surprising productivity hack: the mindless list....

What a 13th Century Monk Can Teach You About Productivity

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who knew a 13th-century monk could hold the key to unlocking your productivity potential? Today we're going over a research study on Monks produ...

Time Blocking

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how top performers manage their time like pros? Today, we're exploring a game-changer in productivity: Time Blocking!In this episod...

How to Write SMART Goals

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're diving into the world of goal setting, specifically a method that can transform your aspirations into reality: SMART goals. We’ll...

The Best Software for Mimicking Natural Light and Reducing Blue Light on Your Computer, Phone and iPad Screens

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The blue light from our screens is one of the biggest issues we face when it comes to getting a quality night’s sleep and having a positive, product...

Flow State : What the research says and how to get into a flow state

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Time flies, worries melt away, and you're hyper-focused, energized, and performing at your best. That is the magic of a flow state. Today, we’...

How much water should you drink a day for your peak productivity? Busting the 8 glasses of water a day myth.

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever found yourself asking why you feel so tired and slow late morning or mid afternoon even when you got a decent night’s rest and had your regular...

Take a Nature Break to Skyrocket Your Productivity. Here’s what the research says even a short walk in nature will do for you.

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling glued to your screen, brain fried? Your Productivity plummets, you try to push through the fatigue, but it feels like you're running on f...

How to Use Kawaii for Concentration and Focus to 10x Your Productivity

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever picked up or played with a puppy only to realize that you didn’t check your phone, hear that alert go off and 30 minutes flew by? That’s bec...

How Long It Takes to Get Back to Your Work after Being Interrupted. The research is surprising!

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever find yourself working on something only to have a call come in that "you just have to get", someone knock on your door for a "quic...

The Ideal Temperature for Sleep According to Research to Hit Your Peak Productivity

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever tossed and turned all night trying to get some sleep but just can’t dose off? It could be because of the temperature of your bedroom.Today we’...

The Planning Fallacy: How to overcome the planning fallacy and stop running late

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever looked at a task, confidently slapped a "30 minutes" estimate on it, only to be staring at it two hours later, bleary-eyed and bewilder...

How to Create a Habit Easily

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever tried to create a new habit and struggled to make it stick?Today we’re teaching you how to create a habit easily….We’re reviewing ...

Productivity Definition and How to Calculate Your Productivity

03 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The definition of productivity, the equation to calculate it, and then how to think about it as it relates to measuring your productivity because it’...

The Ideal Vacation Length Based on the Research. Come back recharged and watch your productivity skyrocket.

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're diving into the science of vacations, we’re giving you survey results about taking vacations, what the science says about vacations...

Signs You Might Be a Workaholic. It could be killing your productivity, health, and happiness. Here’s what to do.

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Has anyone ever told you that you work all the time, said you’re addicted to work or called you a workaholic?Today we’re exploring what being a wo...

The Surprising Benefits of Quitting Caffeine - Backed by Research You Don't Want to Ignore

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if that morning mug of caffeine isn’t as good for you as you’ve been led to believe and it’s actually sabotaging your health, happiness, fo...

OKRs vs KPIs

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're tackling a classic debate in productivity performance: OKRs vs KPIs. Are they rivals in the productivity arena, or can they coexist in harm...

Research Shows Adding These Two Colors to Your Workspace Improves Your Brain Performance and Productivity

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're uncovering a secret weapon  you can use to improve your brain performance: the power of color! We're not just talking about a...

Self Talk - 10x Your Results with This Research Backed Mind Trick

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever find yourself talking to yourself to psych yourself up saying things like, "I can do this, I am strong, I am healthy, I eat right" ?Tod...

How to Stop Procrastinating

27 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever have something that has to get done but even with your best intentions you find yourself putting it off and doing it at the last minute?You’re ...

Best Apps for Transcribing

26 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever find yourself in an in person meeting, on a phone call or in a Zoom meeting and wish you had someone taking notes and who would summarize that me...

Seasonal Affective Disorder. How to tell if you have it and 5 tips to fight it off

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you feeling those winter blues?  Low energy, feeling tired, not super excited about things and just overall feeling...blah?Turns out you might ha...

Motivational Theory: Expectancy Theory - Effort, Performance, and Reward

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered why some team members, or even yourself, go the extra mile while others seem content to just coast by? This is Part 5 of our 5 part min...

Motivational Theory: Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and How to Use It Successfully

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever give someone a raise, or get one, and find that that person or you still aren’t motivated? This is Part 1 of a 5 part mini-series on Motivatio...

How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others to Increase Your Productivity, Self-Esteem and Happiness

20 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Be honest with yourself for a minute, how often are you comparing yourself to others?Today, we're tackling the ultimate productivity thief, the h...

How to Write the Perfect 90-Day Plan to Onboard New Employees and Set Them Up for Success

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who doesn’t want to give a new team member the very best chance of success?!Today, we're tackling a crucial part of building a successful team ...

Sleep Music - The best sleep music to use to get a good nights rest and be at your peak productivity the next day

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can certain music truly unlock dreamland's door for you? Today we’re exploring the science behind the soundtrack to a perfect night's sle...

The Health Benefits of Smiling

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How many times have you smiled today? Take a second and think about it. I bet you can count on one hand the times. Life’s too short for that few smi...

Best Productivity Life Hack in This Short Exercise

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if there was one productivity hack that applied to everything you do, that always worked to get you headed in the right direction?Today you’re ...

Does Sleeping with Socks On Improve Your Sleep? Here’s What the Research Says

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're tackling a bedtime ritual that's as divisive as pineapple on pizza: sleeping with socks on. We all know someone who swears by i...

The Ivy Lee Method - A Daily Routine That Charles M. Schwab and His Team Used to Achieve Their Peak Productivity Every Day

13 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're diving into the Ivy Lee Method, a simple yet powerful tool that's been helping leaders conquer mountains of work for over a cen...

How to Be Happy and Live Your Most Fulfilling and Productive Life by Answering These 10 Questions

13 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who doesn't want to be happy, right?! We all do! Happiness leads to being productive, but probably more importantly it leads to a fulfilling lif...

How to Hit Your Individual Zones of Optimal Functioning (IZOF) Whenever You Need to Be at Your Best and Have a Peak Performance

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can you remember a time when you performed at your peak? You absolutely dominated a game you played, a race or nailed a presentation? Imagine if you c...

New Research Reveals Hitting the Snooze Button Will Boost Your Productivity When You're Short on Sleep

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did your alarm ever wake you up and you hit the snooze button only to feel guilty about it because you feel like you’re doing something wrong?Today,...

A Visualization That Increases Your Productivity Instantly

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever start your day in the morning and have such a long list of things to do that you’re literally paralyzed and don’t even know where to start? ...

Sunlight Health Benefits. Here’s how much sunlight you need to hit your peak productivity potential.

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why natural sunlight is important for you, review the research on sunlight and your health, tell you a little how sunlight works it’s magic and give...

Continuous Partial Attention. You probably have this condition and don’t even know it. Here’s what it is and how to get rid of it to be your truly most productive self.

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Continuous Partial Attention (CPA) is a condition that you probably have, BUT can get rid of.In this episode we explain what Continuous Partial Attent...

This 1 Simple Change to Your Meeting Schedule Will Increase Your Mental Well Being and Boost Your Productivity

06 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever feel like your day is one endless Zoom meeting after another? Meetings pile up, transitions between meetings become frantic, and your brain feels...