PRODUCTIVITY

We're breaking down the 4-Bullet Update, a dead-simple framework that makes you look sharp every single time.  We’re giving you the exact structure, showing you the research proving why concise communication wins, and giving you 5 practical tips to start using it immediately. Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast player so you never miss an episode of the PRODUCTIVITY Podcast S...

Brandon explains why buying time is one of the smartest investments you can make for your productivity, happiness and as importantly, your well-being.  We break down what it means to buy time, review groundbreaking research from Harvard that proves it works, and give you practical ways to start reclaiming hours in your day. Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast player so you never m...

Ever talked through a problem out loud and suddenly... the answer just clicked? Turns out your brain was doing something pretty remarkable, and there's a classic technique that harnesses this power. But here 's the thing - it's getting a serious upgrade for the AI age. Today, we're explore how the "rubber duck debugging" method works, why the science says explaining t...

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 the decade-long research study that proves it works, and give you 5 actionable strategies to start attracting more luck for yourself today. Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast player so you never miss an episode of the PRODUCTIVITY Pod...

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 be,  then give you the simple three-part formula, along with examples, to use in your very next conversation. Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast player so you never miss an episode of the PRODUCTIVITY Podcast SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Trev...

We break down the 5 Levels of Digital Operations, and a framework for understanding where your organization actually stands in its AI readiness and where it needs to go to be able to get the most out of AI productivity gains.  We explain what each level looks like, share research that shows why getting this right matters, and give you 3 questions to figure out exactly where your company falls on t...

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 episode of the Productivity podcast we break down the email phrases that are quietly sabotaging your professional credibility.  We explain why certain word choices undermine your authority, dive into actionable research on communication and trust, an...

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 assistants without context is like hiring an expert consultant who has amnesia every morning. They're brilliant, sure, but you waste half your time getting them back up to speed. Today we explain what context features are in Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini,...

Today, we're exposing cognitive biases – those sneaky mental shortcuts sabotaging your decisions without you even knowing it.  We explain what Cognitive Biases are, reveal a study from the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology that shows just how powerful they can be, then give you 3 practical strategies to outsmart your own brain so you don’t fall victim to them. Make sure you hit &qu...

We break down a proven 5-component framework for crafting AI prompts that actually work, explain why each component matters, review research that shows structured AI prompting delivers better results, and wrap up giving you pro prompting tips you can start using right after finishing this episode. Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast player so you never miss an episode of the PRODU...

Charisma will transform your relationships, your career, your work life and even your business into more productive, meaningful and memorable interactions.  Charisma isn't that just for natural-born smooth talkers, you can be magnetic by following Dale Carnegie’s 7 Rules of Charisma.  Listen to this episode to learn how. Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast player so you never...

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 business. We're talking about…..avoiding failure. We’ll break down the five main reasons why businesses fail, give you the stats how often each one is the cause for the business failure and then give you tips on how to avoid it happening to your busines...

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, it's a visual powerhouse that will help you dissect complex problems and find effective solutions. Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast player so you never miss an episode of the PRODUCTIVITY Podcast SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Trevally...

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 than the root cause .  That's where the 5 Whys Tool comes in – a simple yet powerful technique for getting to the heart of any issue. Today we’ explain what the 5 Whys Tool is, why it works, and then teach you how to use it. Make sure you hit &quo...

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 right away.  It turns out, scientists have been cracking the code on fatigue, and the answer isn’t just more caffeine or getting a few extra hours of sleep.  Listen in  Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast player so you never miss an e...

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 into action right after listening. Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast player so you never miss an episode of the PRODUCTIVITY Podcast SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Trevally : A Home for All Your Family, Friends and Colleagues One location for...

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: Kaizen. We’ll give you the history of Kaizen, the ten core principles and then explain how to put Kaizen to work for yourself, your team or company. Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast player so you never miss an episode of the PRODUCTIV...

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 what essential oils are, what are the best fragrances for different applications like better sleep, improved mood, productivity and a bunch of other benefits… And as importantly we’ll explain how to use essential oils correctly because there’s a few...

Listen to the 10 Secrets to Becoming Mentally Unbreakable in your personal and professional life.  History shows that staying consistent with these things will increase your odds of success and assure that you get the most out of your time, talent and ideas. EPISODE LINKS Cheat Sheet: 10 Secrets to Becoming Mentally Unbreakable https://edge.kit.com/e2fc7eb5b1 Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" i...

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 make your salary negotiation more productive and get the compensation package you deserve EPISODE LINKS  PDF Download: 5 AI Prompts to Master Your Salary Negotiation https://edge.kit.com/e2fc7eb5b1 Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast p...

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 each of his three pillars and warp up with how to apply them in your business leadership that will boost your company's productivity, innovation and growth. Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast player so you never miss an episod...

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. Here's how. Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast player so you never miss an episode of the PRODUCTIVITY Podcast SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Trevally : A Home for All Your Family, Friends and Colleagues One location for all your relationsh...

The RPER Loop is a simple but incredibly effective framework for continuous improvement and achieving your goals, whatever they may be in your personal or professional life. We explain what is, the four steps, how to use it and an academic study to give you a boost of confidence to use this approach. Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast player so you never miss an episode of the PR...

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 getting behind on work. You may think sickness means more rest days, but that's not always the case. Listen in to find out when you should take a break from exercising and when it just might help you feel better. Make sure you hit "FOLLOW&qu...

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 simple, yet powerful breathing technique that can help you find your zen in just a few minutes, today we’re teaching you about Box Breathing and how to do box breathing correctly. Make sure you hit "FOLLOW" in your podcast player so you nev...