Mike Vardy

Mike Vardy holding a vintage night owl-themed pocket watch in his hand, symbolizing time as something to honor, not own.

Your Time is Not Thine: Rethinking “Know Thy Time”

Peter Drucker said, “Know thy time.” But what if time isn’t yours to know or control? In this piece, I explore why time isn’t something you own—but something you live with. Not a possession, but a partner.

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How to Maximize Your Minutes

Jim Ross once said, “maximize your minutes” — and that’s exactly what this post is about. Blending wrestling wisdom with real-life productivity, we explore how to seize opportunities, show up when it counts, and make your time count for something deeper.

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The News and Your Attention: Engaging Without Being Consumed

Noticing, Awareness, Focus, and Concentration help you manage news consumption by filtering noise and staying engaged without distraction. Learn how to apply these Spheres of Attention, as introduced in The Productivity Diet, to stay informed without feeling overwhelmed.

Episode 596: Curiosity | PM Talks S2E3

In this episode of PM Talks, Patrick Rhone and I explore the tension between curiosity and judgment, discussing how trust plays a role in shaping our perspectives. We also dive into the power of journaling, social conditioning, and why curiosity is often the key to deeper understanding.

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Rediscovering My Musical Memory: A Journey Through Time and Sound

Music has a unique ability to transport us through time, evoking memories and emotions with just a single song. This post explores the science behind music-evoked autobiographical memory (MEAM) and offers practical tips for creating playlists that serve as personal memory portals.