The Productivity Show

Before you set new goals for the year, do something more powerful. Let go. In this Wisdom Wednesday episode, I’ll explain why holding on to what’s not working slows you down, how letting go creates momentum, and one simple way to start the new year lighter, clearer, and more focused. Try Gusto today at gusto.com/TPS, […]

Are you objectively productive but subjectively unfulfilled? You might be focusing on the “clock” (tasks and efficiency) instead of the “compass” (values and direction). In this episode, we explore Scott Young’s research on the most underrated productivity technique: the values-based weekly review. We’ll show you how to use the “5 Whys” to connect tasks to […]

Want the holidays to feel longer and more meaningful? The secret isn’t doing more. It’s being more present. In this Wisdom Wednesday episode, I’ll show you why divided attention makes time feel shorter, how presence slows life down, and one simple way to enjoy your holidays more without adding anything to your schedule. This episode […]

Feeling overwhelmed by digital clutter? In this episode, Thanh and Brooks share practical tips to organize your files, meeting notes, and photos across all your devices and cloud storage. Learn how to centralize your assets, create smart folder structures, use consistent naming conventions, and leverage AI tools for effortless organization. Discover the 3-2-1 backup strategy […]

Does your week tend to fill up before you’ve had a chance to decide what actually matters? Too often, we move from meeting to meeting and task to task, reacting rather than choosing, and then wonder why the week felt busy yet unproductive. The problem usually isn’t effort or discipline; it’s that the week was […]