Beyond the To-Do List - Productivity for Work & Life

Beyond the To-Do List - Productivity for Work & Life


Latest Episodes

Episode 259: Focus: Cal Newport on Digital Technology, Distraction and Focus
February 12, 2019

Cal Newport talks about digital minimalism and using digital technology to support your goals and values, rather than letting it use you.

Episode 258: Admin: Elizabeth Emens on the Admin Tasks of Life – BTTDL259
February 05, 2019

Elizabeth Emens on the how the admin tasks of life affects our lives, and how we might avoid, reduce, and redistribute admin.

Episode 257: 3 Words: Erik Fisher on Bricklaying, Streamlining and Moments – BTTDL258
January 29, 2019

Erik Fisher talks about his 3 words for 2019: Bricklaying, Streamlining and Moments

Emotions: Liz Fosslein on the Secret Power of Embracing Emotions at Work – BTTDL257
January 22, 2019

Liz Fosslien talks about un-repressing emotions at work, finding constructive channels for jealousy and anxiety, and demystifying digital interactions and coworker communication styles.

Overwhelm: Dr. Samantha Brody on Overcoming Overwhelm and Dismantling Stress – BTTDL256
January 15, 2019

Dr. Samantha Brody talks about overcoming overwhelm, dismantling stress and achieving greater resilience.

Growth: Paul Jarvis on Resilience, Autonomy, Speed and Simplicity – BTTDL255
January 08, 2019

Paul Jarvis on staying small and avoiding growth to have freedom to pursue more meaningful pleasures in life and how to make it work for you.

Bonus Episode: Optimal Living Daily
December 24, 2018

I’m sharing a podcast episode with you from Optimal Living Daily. This is a podcast that’s always in the top charts for good reason—it’s a simple idea, really—Justin gets permission from authors and narrates the best blogs for you.

Design: Joey Cofone on Creativity, Imagination and Inspiration – BTTDL254
December 18, 2018

Joey Cofone of Baron Fig talks about how Baron Fig was founded, the meaning behind the name and their design workflow using digital and analog. 

Minimalism: Joshua Becker on Refocusing, Decluttering and Purpose – BTTDL253
December 11, 2018

Joshua Becker discusses the meaning of minimalism, the practicality behind decluttering, how to get other members of your family of board and much more.

Habits: James Clear on the Power of Habits, Building Good Habits and Breaking Bad Ones – BTTDL252
December 03, 2018

James Clear talks about the power of habits and how to build good habits and break bad ones.