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Focused #202: Slow Productivity

April 23, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

David & I consider Cal Newport’s philosophy on organizing knowledge work in a sustainable and meaningful manner.

This episode of Focused is sponsored by:

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Intentional Family #106: Curb the Chaos

April 18, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

In this episode, Rachel shares practical tips, habits, and ideas to help you curb the chaos at home and keep the main thing the main thing.

Bookworm #194: Mastery by Robert Greene

April 15, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

This episode’s author believes each one of us has within us the potential to be a Master and promises to teach us how to unlock it. Join Cory & me as we embark on the path to greatness.

Focused #201: What to Do When Things Don’t Go Your Way, with Haemin Sunim

April 11, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

Bestselling author & Zen Buddhist teacher Haemin Sunim joins David & me to talk about gratitude, mindfulness, compassion, and dealing with disappointment when things don’t go your way.

This episode of Focused is sponsored by:

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Intentional Family #105: Keep it Before You

April 4, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

In this episode, Rachel shares keeping the main thing the main thing and how to make sure what’s most important stays in the forefront of our minds.

Bookworm #193: Slow Productivity by Cal Newport

April 1, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

In this episode, the author promises to give us a roadmap for escaping overload without sacrificing accomplishment. Join Cory & me as we dive into Cal Newport’s latest book and attempt to fight back against busyness and overwhelm.

Focused #200: Favorite Productivity Hacks

March 27, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

David & I celebrate 200 episodes by sharing our favorite productivity hacks.

This episode of Focused is sponsored by:

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  • Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code FOCUSED.

Intentional Family #104: Stewardship

March 25, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

In this episode, Rachel shares about stewardship and how we can apply this powerful principle to our lives

Bookworm #192: The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly

March 25, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

In this episode, the author shares twelve technological imperatives that will shape the next thirty years. Join Cory and I as we consider the role of AI and other trends and the impact they will have on our lives.

Focused #199: Repotting & Retirement, with Jim Eager

March 25, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

Jim Eager joins us to talk about how to navigate the 4 phases of retirement with meaning and purpose.

This episode of Focused is sponsored by:

  • Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. 
  • Nom Nom: Healthy, fresh food for dogs formulated by top Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionists. Prepped in our kitchens with free delivery to your door. Get 50% off.
  • Indeed: Join more than 3.5 million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast.
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I help people apply values-based productivity principles and create systems to help them live more intentional lives. If you’re into personal growth or PKM, you’re in the right place.

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