Episodes

In this Shortcast edition , Mamie Kanfer Stewart, co-author of Momentum: Creating Effective, Engaging and Enjoyable Meetings , explains why meetings are one of the biggest productivity drains—and how to fix them. From clarify...

Mamie Kanfer Stewart shares how to transform meetings from time-wasters into purposeful, productive collaborations.

I’m excited to welcome back Mike Vardy to the show. Mike is a productivity strategist, longtime friend of the podcast, and the author of The Productivity Diet: A Practical Guide to Nurturing Your Productive Potential . In thi...

Mike Vardy shares how treating productivity like a diet can help you work smarter, feel better, and do less with more meaning.

In this Shortcast edition , Donald Miller, author of Building a StoryBrand , shares how applying storytelling principles can bring clarity, purpose, and momentum to your personal and professional life. Drawing from narrative ...

Donald Miller shares how treating your life like a story—with focus, clarity, and a strong ending—can transform your productivity and purpose.

In this episode, Cynthia Kane, author of The Pause Principle: How to Keep Your Cool in Tough Situations , joins the show to discuss how to improve communication by mastering the art of pausing. Cynthia, a communication expert...

Cynthia Kane discusses how to improve communication by pausing before reacting to manage stress and communicate more effectively.

In this Shortcast edition , Cal Newport, author of Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World , shares how we can reclaim our time and attention by taking control of our relationship with digital technology....

Cal Newport shares how digital minimalism can help you reclaim focus, reduce anxiety, and use technology more intentionally.

In this special Shortcast , Jess Cording, author of The Little Book of Game Changers: 50 Healthy Habits for Managing Stress and Anxiety , shares practical strategies to manage stress and anxiety by making small, sustainable c...

Jess Cording shares small, practical ways to manage stress and anxiety through mindful habits focused on mind, body, and spirit.

In this episode, Shira Gill, author of Lifestyle: Your Guide to a More Organized and Intentional Life , joins the show to discuss her approach to minimalism and intentional living. Shira, a professional organizer, shares how ...

Shira Gill discusses how to simplify life through minimalism, creating simple systems and forming intentional habits to make space for what matters.

In this episode, Jim Guinn, co-author of How to Get Along with Anyone: The Playbook for Predicting and Preventing Conflict at Work and at Home , joins the show to discuss the art of conflict prevention. Jim, an expert in medi...

Jim Guinn discusses how to predict and prevent conflict by understanding triggers, recognizing conflict styles, and applying proactive conflict resolution techniques.

In this special Shortcast edition, Baratunde Thurston, shares his experience of unplugging from social media for 25 days—and what he learned about stress, productivity, and the importance of being present. Baratunde reveals h...

Baratunde Thurston discusses how unplugging from social media can reduce stress, improve focus, and lead to more meaningful real-life experiences.

In this episode, Melody Wilding , author of Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from People in Charge , joins the show to discuss the often-overlooked skill of managing up. Melody shares insights on how to communicate more ...

Melody Wilding discusses how to master the skill of managing up by improving communication, setting boundaries, and aligning with your manager’s goals for greater career success.

In this episode, Courtney Carver, author of Rest More, Stress Less: How to Live the Life You Actually Want , shares her transformative approach to prioritizing rest and reducing stress. Courtney, a simplicity and decluttering...

Courtney Carver discusses how to prioritize rest, reduce stress, and simplify your life to create space for the things that truly matter.

In this special Shortcast edition , Jeremy Kubicek, author of The 100X Leader: How to Become Someone Worth Following , shares how we can lead with both support and challenge to help others reach their full potential. Drawing ...

In this special Shortcast edition , Jeremy Kubicek, author of The 100X Leader: How to Become Someone Worth Following , shares how we can lead with both support and challenge to help others reach their full potential. Drawing ...