Welcome to MikeVardy.com, the home of my work on time, attention, and the craft of living productively.
I’m Mike Vardy—writer, speaker, and creator of TimeCrafting. My focus is on helping people build a better relationship with time, not by managing it, but by working with it. Productivity isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters, with clarity and intention.
This site exists to share ideas, tools, and practices that make that possible. I write, teach, and speak about how to craft your time with purpose, drawing from my experience, experiments, and ongoing exploration of how we spend our days.
What’s Here?
Writing
I’ve been writing about productivity and time for over a decade, and that’s still at the heart of this site. You’ll find essays, reflections, and practical strategies that go beyond surface-level advice.
Here are some of the most-read posts:
- How to Make Monday Work for You
- The One Email You Must Send Before Going on Vacation
- 3 Things You Should Put on Your Calendar
- The One Email Trick That Keeps My Inbox in Shape
- Don’t Just Ship…Deliver
To get new posts as they’re published, you can subscribe via RSS or email.
The Lantern (Newsletter)
Every week, I send out The Lantern, where I share something to watch, listen to, and learn—a short, thoughtful email designed to help you see time differently. You can sign up here.
A Productive Conversation (Podcast)
Each week, I sit down with experts, authors, and thought leaders to talk about time, creativity, and work. A Productive Conversation has been downloaded over 6 million times, and new episodes drop every Wednesday. You can listen to APC on:
- Spotify
- Apple Podcasts
- YouTube
- Or copy this feed into your podcast app of choice
Affiliate Links
When I mention apps or tools, I may use affiliate links. That means if you buy through those links, I receive a small commission—at no extra cost to you. I only recommend things I’ve used and believe are worth sharing. If I receive something for review, I’ll make that clear.
Stay Connected
If my approach to time resonates with you, I’d love for you to stick around. Subscribe to The Lantern, check out the podcast, or dive into the writing.
If you’re looking for something more structured, I also offer coaching sessions to help you build a system that fits your life.
Thanks for stopping by. I hope what you find here helps you spend your time well.