Welcome to “A Productive Conversation,” (formerly known as The Productivityist Podcast). Hosted by Mike Vardy, each episode features engaging discussions with thought leaders, productivity experts, and successful individuals who share their unique experiences and actionable tips. Whether you’re looking to enhance your personal efficiency, improve your time management skills, or find inspiration for a more balanced life, “A Productive Conversation” offers valuable insights and real-world advice to guide you on your journey. Listen each week for thought-provoking conversations that will empower you to achieve your goals and craft the life you truly desire.

The Podcast

Episode 316: It’s Go Time with Jill McAbe

My guest this time around is Jill McAbe. Jill is a business coach, high-performance expert and Amazon best-selling author of It’s Go Time: The ALL-IN System For Unstoppable Success in Business and Life.

Episode 315: I Took a Clarity Day

I took a Clarity Day this week. Not sure what a Clarity Day is? I explain its value on this episode… as well as how I know it’s going to help me with my productivity and prioritization moving forward.

Episode 314: The Only Skill That Matters with Jonathan Levi

On this episode I’m joined by Jonathan Levi. Jonathan is a serial entrepreneur, published author, and podcaster born and raised in Silicon Valley.

Episode 313: Three Big Days

Three big days that happen over a three week period are incredibly meaningful to me: World Productivity Day, Father’s Day, and my birthday. I share my thoughts on all of them in this episode.

Episode 312: Curating Your Life with Gail Golden

This episode of the podcast delves into the concept of curation with the author of Curating Your Life, guest Gail Golden.

Episode 311: 3 More Things with KC Procter

KC Procter returns to the podcast to share three more things.

Episode 310: Trying Times with Bosco Anthony

My guest for this episode of the program is digital strategist, renowned speaker, and good friend Bosco Anthony. When we decided to have this conversation initially, we had a different set of topics in mind. But based on the current climate of the world when we recorded this episode – early June 2020 – the discussion went in a different direction.

Episode 309: 3 More Things with Judy Machado-Duque

Judy Machado-Duque returns to the podcast to share three more things.

Episode 308: Talking Slack with Phil Simon

Phil Simon joins me on this episode to talk about his book, Slack for Dummies. If you’ve ever wanted to get more out of Slack then you’ll get a lot out of this conversation.