The Productivity Show

Discover the “Fresh Start Effect” and how to use psychological clean slates to reset your habits. We explore Katy Milkman’s research on why Mondays and birthdays boost motivation, the hidden danger of resets for high performers, and how to mentally subdivide your day into chapters so one bad morning doesn’t ruin your entire day. Try […]

Is your productivity system feeling sluggish or overwhelmed? In this episode, we dive deep into how to reset and refresh your productivity system for 2026. We explore the “TEA Framework” (Time, Energy, Attention), the power of the GTD Weekly Review, and how to leverage AI-augmented workflows to move from reactive fire-fighting to proactive planning. Learn […]

How often do you start a task without knowing exactly what “finished” looks like? That single missing step quietly fuels procrastination, perfectionism, and hours of unnecessary work. Instead of making progress, tasks expand, standards keep shifting, and you’re left feeling busy—but not done. There’s a simple productivity habit that fixes this instantly: define your finish […]

AI in 2026 is shifting from flashy demos to quiet, persistent leverage. In this episode, we explore how AI is becoming an always-on assistant that manages projects, goals, and reduces decision fatigue. We dive into the reality of personal AI agents, multi-agent systems, and memory-based personalization that free up your time and energy. Learn how […]

Learn why the fastest path to behavior change isn’t willpower… it’s copying the specific tactics of people already succeeding. Thanh shares Katy Milkman’s Copy & Paste strategy and how a simple borrowed habit transformed his team’s energy. Discover how to find your own playbook and accelerate your results this week. Ready to tackle bigger problems? […]