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Leslie Grandy Talks About Creative Velocity and the Future of Ideas

Leslie Grandy Talks About Creative Velocity and the Future of Ideas

Episode 624 · · 38:09

On this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Leslie Grandy, author of Creative Velocity: Propelling Breakthrough Ideas in the Age of Generative AI. Leslie is a globa...

Neil Ghosh Talks About Doing More Good and Building Legacy

Neil Ghosh Talks About Doing More Good and Building Legacy

Episode 623 · · 38:38

I had the chance to sit down with Neil Ghosh, a seasoned executive whose work has spanned the nonprofit, government, philanthropic, and private sectors. He’s also the author of Do Mo...

PM Talks S2E9: Connection

PM Talks S2E9: Connection

Episode 622 · · 45:16

This episode is the latest in our monthly PM Talks series, and Patrick Rhone and I dive into the idea of connection—what it means, how it shows up in unexpected ways, and why it’s su...

Chris Ducker Talks About Long Haul Leadership and Lasting Success

Chris Ducker Talks About Long Haul Leadership and Lasting Success

Episode 621 · · 41:37

In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Chris Ducker—serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and longtime friend—to talk about his latest book, The Long Haul L...

Ben Amos Talks About Video Strategy and Storytelling

Ben Amos Talks About Video Strategy and Storytelling

Episode 620 · · 01:07:29

In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I welcome Ben Amos—video strategist, producer, international speaker, and author of Engage: The Definitive Guide to Video Strategy for B...

Michael Timms Talks About Inspiring Accountability Without Blame

Michael Timms Talks About Inspiring Accountability Without Blame

Episode 619 · · 38:31

In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Michael Timms—TEDx speaker, leadership consultant, and author of How Leaders Can Inspire Accountability. This conversati...

PM Talks S2E8: Creativity

PM Talks S2E8: Creativity

Episode 618 · · 43:41

This episode is the latest in our monthly PM Talks series, where I’m joined by my friend Patrick Rhone to explore timeless ideas around productivity, creativity, and everything in be...

Brian Tracy Talks About Prioritization, Self-Discipline, and Eating That Frog [BONUS EPISODE]

Brian Tracy Talks About Prioritization, Self-Discipline, and Eating That Frog [BONUS EPISODE]

Episode · · 48:25

Brian Tracy returns to A Productive Conversation to mark the launch of the 4th Edition of Eat That Frog!, the productivity classic that has helped millions worldwide stop procrastina...

Rob Shallenberger Talks About Pre-Week Planning and Leading a Life by Design

Rob Shallenberger Talks About Pre-Week Planning and Leading a Life by Design

Episode 617 · · 38:59

In the latest episode, I sit down with Rob Shallenberger—CEO of Becoming Your Best Global Leadership and one of the world’s foremost authorities on productivity and time management. ...

ASK MIKE ANYTHING: Journaling, Urgency, and Letting Go of Empty Productivity

ASK MIKE ANYTHING: Journaling, Urgency, and Letting Go of Empty Productivity

Episode 616 · · 01:04:37

In this very special "Ask Mike Anything" edition of the podcast, the tables turn. TimeCrafting Trust Premium member and all-around thoughtful guy Tim O’Hare steps in to host and ask ...

Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir Talks About Intuition, Attention, and Inner Alignment

Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir Talks About Intuition, Attention, and Inner Alignment

Episode 615 · · 46:48

What does it mean to truly listen to your intuition—and why is that more vital than ever in today’s overstimulated world? In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I’m joined by ...

Bree Groff Talks About Bringing Fun Back to Work

Bree Groff Talks About Bringing Fun Back to Work

Episode 614 · · 50:40

What if “fun” isn’t the opposite of “work”—but the missing ingredient? In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Bree Groff, workplace culture expert and author o...

PM Talks S2E7: Sustainability

PM Talks S2E7: Sustainability

Episode 613 · · 37:57

This episode is the latest in our monthly series, PM Talks, where I’m joined by my friend and fellow thinker, Patrick Rhone. This time around, we dig into something that often gets o...

Ben Chelf Talks About Reimagining Reading and the Power of Presence

Ben Chelf Talks About Reimagining Reading and the Power of Presence

Episode 612 · · 42:52

In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Ben Chelf—co-founder and CEO of Sol, the company behind the innovative Sol Reader. This single-purpose device is designe...

Jenny Wood Talks About Wild Courage and Fearless Self-Advocacy

Jenny Wood Talks About Wild Courage and Fearless Self-Advocacy

Episode 611 · · 46:03

In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I'm joined by Jenny Wood — author of the book Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It. Jenny and I dive deep into the nine suppo...

Dana Caspersen Talks About Navigating Conflict with Curiosity and Clarity

Dana Caspersen Talks About Navigating Conflict with Curiosity and Clarity

Episode 610 · · 42:30

In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I dive into a topic that’s often overlooked when discussing productivity: conflict. But not just any conversation about conflict — this ...

PM Talks S2E6: Momentum

PM Talks S2E6: Momentum

Episode 609 · · 44:25

This episode is the latest installment in our monthly PM Talks series, where Patrick Rhone and I dive deep into ideas that shape how we manage time, energy, and focus. This month, we...

Dr. Martin Moore-Ede Talks About Light, Health, and Productivity

Dr. Martin Moore-Ede Talks About Light, Health, and Productivity

Episode 608 · · 38:06

Light is something we often take for granted. We flip a switch, our rooms brighten, and we move on with our day. But what if the light we’re exposed to is impacting our sleep, health...

Alice Draper Talks About Rejection, Resilience, and Podcast Pitching

Alice Draper Talks About Rejection, Resilience, and Podcast Pitching

Episode 607 · · 35:47

What if rejection wasn’t something to fear—but a skill to build? In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I chat with Alice Draper, founder of Hustling Writers and host of My Re...

PM Talks S2E5: Adaptability

PM Talks S2E5: Adaptability

Episode 606 · · 39:08

This episode marks the latest in our ongoing monthly PM Talks series, where I sit down with Patrick Rhone to explore a theme through candid conversation, lived experience, and a touc...