
Productivity Systems: Why Systems Beat Goals Every Time
14/1/2026 | 11 min
Why do goals fail while systems succeed? This productivity systems episode reveals how small structural changes create consistent progress without relying on motivation or willpower. Learn the “never skip twice” rule, build habit stacks that stick, and start creating the engine that powers your productivity every single day. Get Notion, now with Notion Agent at […]

Systems Thinking for Productivity: Why Goals Fail & Systems Win (TPS595)
12/1/2026 | 38 min
Tired of the goal-chasing treadmill? This systems thinking episode reveals why goals often lead to “pre-success failure” and how building daily productivity systems creates lasting results. Learn to decompose complex tasks, create feedback loops, and make structural changes that transform your efficiency and build the ultimate form of consistency. Get Notion, now with Notion Agent […]

Weekly Planning System: Manage Multiple Roles & Priorities
07/1/2026 | 9 min
Struggling to balance multiple roles at work and home? This weekly planning episode shares practical time management strategies to help you stay on top of everything without feeling overwhelmed. Discover how to free up mental space, make time for deep work, and build flexibility into your schedule so you can thrive in all your responsibilities […]

Fresh Start Effect: Use Psychology to Boost Your Productivity (TPS594)
05/1/2026 | 35 min
Why do New Year’s resolutions fail by February? The answer lies in the psychology of fresh starts. In this productivity episode, we explore Katy Milkman’s research on the “Fresh Start Effect” and how psychological clean slates—like Mondays, birthdays, or a new notebook—can reset your identity and boost motivation. We explore how psychological clean slates—like Mondays, […]

Start the Year by Letting Go
31/12/2025 | 6 min
Before you set new goals for the year, do something more powerful. Let go. In this Wisdom Wednesday episode, I’ll explain why holding on to what’s not working slows you down, how letting go creates momentum, and one simple way to start the new year lighter, clearer, and more focused. Try Gusto today at gusto.com/TPS, […]



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