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 600: PM Talks S2E4: Focus

Patrick Rhone and I explore what it really means to focus—through stories, frameworks, and everyday decisions.

Episode 599: David Kolbe Talks About Doing More Naturally and Unlocking Instinctive Productivity

David Kolbe joins me to explore conative strengths, doing more naturally, and why knowing how you instinctively operate might be the productivity edge you’ve been missing.

Podcast artwork with Austin Kleon as the guest on A Productive Conversation with Mike Vardy

Episode 598: Austin Kleon Talks About Routine, Creativity, and Paying Attention

Austin Kleon returns to talk about his routines, paying attention, and how creative work happens in the space between structure and spontaneity.

Krish Ramineni, CEO of Fireflies AI, joins me to discuss AI-powered productivity, meetings, and staying focused while scaling a business.

Episode 597: Krish Ramineni Talks About AI, Meetings, and Staying Focused While Building

Krish Ramineni, CEO of Fireflies AI, joins me to discuss AI-powered productivity, meetings, and staying focused while scaling a business.

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.

Episode 595: Anne-Laure Le Cunff Talks About Tiny Experiments and Sustainable Productivity

Anne-Laure Le Cunff joins me to discuss Tiny Experiments, exploring curiosity-driven progress, intentional imperfection, and how small changes can lead to big results.

Episode 594: Charlie Gilkey Talks About Finishing What Matters

Charlie Gilkey returns to talk about what’s changed since Start Finishing—his new app, team habits, and why finishing what matters is still the key to progress.

Episode 593: Kerry Ann King Talks About Productivity, Art, and the Power of Intention

Kerry Ann King joins me to discuss productivity beyond efficiency, the power of intention, and how the arts can reshape our approach to meaningful work.

Episode 592: Dan Schawbel Talks About Human Connection in the Digital Age

Dan Schawbel joins me to discuss how leaders can use technology to strengthen human connections.

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