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Productivity Smarts

By: Gerald J. Leonard
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  • Productivity Smarts is an audio podcast hosted by Gerald J. Leonard, a productivity expert who helps other professionals get more done. Each episode features an in-depth discussion or interview with top productivity experts, tips, and strategies to help you become more productive by leveraging neuroscience principles. Features: • Interviews with top productivity experts • Tips and strategies for getting more done • Interviews with people who are doing great things Benefits: • Learn how to get more done • Get inspired by others who are doing great things in their lives • Hear what they do to stay focused and motivated Free Productivity Smarts Weekly Evaluation Worksheet https://go.productivityintelligenceinstitute.com/productivity-smarts-worksheet Every Goal Is A Project, and Everyone Is A Project Manager worksheet https://go.productivityintelligenceinstitute.com/every-goal-is-a-project Discover How To Set Goals, Build A High-Performing Team, & Increase Productivity.... Starting Today!” https://workshop.productivityintelligenceinstitute.com/optin1666905303826?_ga=2.21012029.741858075.1668537790-242233139.1659493194 www.productivitysmartspodcast.com
    2023
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  • Productivity Smarts 062 - Deep Tradeoffs with Mike Hassell

    Productivity Smarts 062 - Deep Tradeoffs with Mike Hassell
    Jul 23 2024
    In a world increasingly chaotic, how can one make clear decisions and find peace of mind? Amidst the noise of debates and conflicts, it's easy to lose balance. This episode of the Productivity Smarts Podcast is a deep dive into the fascinating concept of deep trade-offs. Host Gerald J. Leonard speaks with Mike Hassell, former General Manager and Co-founder of audio publisher Knowledge Products. Mike's background spans engineering, business, and liberal arts, a testament to the power of curiosity and risk-taking. His book, “The Deep Trade-offs,” explores conflicts between values and how understanding these can enhance decision-making. They discuss mental and physical health connections, grit, and persistence in overcoming challenges. Mike explores living authentically, drawing on the idea of being kaleidoscopic in adapting to different situations. They delve into honesty versus deception, reversible versus irreversible decisions, and the transformative power of relationships. Storytelling emerges as a tool for understanding complex ideas and forging meaningful connections. This episode offers practical wisdom and thought-provoking insights to revolutionize productivity and decision-making. Let’s dive in! What We Discuss [02:01] - Introduction to Mike Hassell [03:25] - Mike's defining trait that has driven his success [05:34] - Understanding deep trade-offs [10:43] - Subconscious and emotional decision-making [12:16] - Insights gained from psychology and medicine [15:43] - Growth mindset and grit [18:43] - The concept of authenticity [21:10] - The tension between ideals and reality [22:59] - The subconscious and shaping behavior [31:08] - The difference between corresponding truth and coherent truth [33:05] - The impact of relationships on inducing change [36:31] - The concept of theories as stories Notable Quotes [06:13] "We don't give up on the things that we want to happen, and we struggle for them, and we step on toes." - Mike Hassell [05:19] "What we admire most about people is generally not their pleasures and their beauty; it's their endurance and their resilience and their ability to do something in the face of hardship." - Mike Hassell [11:35] “A lot of our decisions are made by emotions, and then we rationalize them to make them logical.” - Gerald J. Leonard [20:01] "We change over time and we change based on the circumstances that we're in, but yes, we're a lot more like chameleons in some ways." - Gerald J. Leonard [25:11 "A lot of times it's not the things that we don't know that's the problem; it's the things that we know that are not true." - Mike Hassell [33:05] "People are not shoved into change; they're loved into it. Relationships come first if you want to change somebody, including yourself." - Mike Hassell Resources Mike Hassell Website - https://deeptradeoffs.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hassell/ Book: Deep Tradeoffs: Restoring Balance and Respect In A Polarized, Angry World Productivity Smarts Podcast Website - productivitysmartspodcast.com Gerald J. Leonard Website - geraldjleonard.com Turnberry Premiere website - turnberrypremiere.com Scheduler - vcita.com/v/geraldjleonard Kiva is a loan, not a donation, allowing you to cycle your money and create a personal impact worldwide. https://www.kiva.org/lender/topmindshelpingtopminds
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    41 mins
  • Productivity Smarts 061 - Highway to a Happy Place with Dr. Gary Sprouse

    Productivity Smarts 061 - Highway to a Happy Place with Dr. Gary Sprouse
    Jul 16 2024

    Feeling overwhelmed or stressed out? You’re not alone. In our busy world, it’s easy to feel like we’re constantly racing against the clock. But guess what? Finding your happy place is doable.

    This episode of the Productivity Smarts podcast delves into the intricate relationship between stress, fear, and productivity. Host Gerald J. Leonard sits down with Dr. Gary Sprouse, a practicing primary care doctor and the author of "Highway to a Happy Place: A Roadmap to Less Stress."

    During the conversation, they discuss the impact of fear and worry on productivity, emphasizing the importance of managing stress through perspective shifts and practical tools like the "circle of control" and "worry organizer." Dr. Sprouse shares insights on self-esteem, hypnosis, and neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) for reprocessing traumatic memories. The episode offers actionable strategies for reducing stress and enhancing productivity, encouraging listeners to apply these insights in their daily lives.

    Don't miss out—tune in and start transforming your stress into productivity today!

    What We Discuss

    [02:01] - Introduction to Dr. Gary Sprouse

    [05:59] - Understanding worry and fear

    [08:10] - The benefits of yoga and tai chi in stress reduction

    [11:04] - Dr. Sprouse's decision to become a doctor

    [13:31] - Transition to writing the book

    [16:39] - Misconceptions about stress and productivity

    [17:23] - The perspective prism

    [22:38] - The stratosphere model

    [27:25] - Future negative and worry organizer

    [34:52] - Circle of Control

    [36:32] - Reframing memories and changing perspectives

    [51:28] - Realistic optimism

    [52:58] - Understanding self-esteem

    [01:00:38] - Gratitude and your “happy place”

    [01:06:07] - Perspective prism and limiting beliefs

    Notable Quotes

    • [08:06] “It's the fear that gets us into trouble. That's what's running our motor at 100 miles an hour.” - Dr. Gary Sprouse

    • [15:24] “The less fear that we have, the more productive we're going to be.” Dr. Gary Sprouse

    • [39:49] “You made the decision to risk your own life because you could have laid there and played dead, but you risked your own life to get up and help that other person. That’s what heroes do.” - Dr. Gary Sprouse

    • [51:28] “Guys tend to deal with their stresses by minimizing them. And women deal with their stresses by sharing them.” - Dr. Gary Sprouse

    • [53:20] “Self-esteem gets started when you're one. The first time you figure out you're different from your mom and your dad, your self-esteem starts.” - Dr. Gary Sprouse

    Resources

    Dr Gary Sprouse

    • Website - thelessstressdoc.com

    • LinkedIn: Gary Sprouse

    • Instagram: lessstressdoc

    • Book: Highway to a Happy Place: A Roadmap to Less Stress

    Productivity Smarts Podcast

    • Website - productivitysmartspodcast.com

    Gerald J. Leonard

    • Website - geraldjleonard.com

    • Turnberry Premiere website - turnberrypremiere.com

    • Scheduler - vcita.com/v/geraldjleonard


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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Productivity Smarts 060 - The Oxcart Technique with Terry L Fossum

    Productivity Smarts 060 - The Oxcart Technique with Terry L Fossum
    Jul 9 2024

    Get ready to be inspired by an incredible story of triumph over adversity in this episode of Productivity Smarts. Host Gerald J. Leonard dives into the remarkable journey of Terry L. Fossum, a true testament to the power of determination and resilience.

    Terry's journey to success started in one of the most challenging cities in the United States. His life was filled with heart-wrenching setbacks and moments of overcoming tremendous hardships. Despite facing bleak predictions about his future, Terry defied the odds and went on to become a highly esteemed captain in the United States Air Force, as well as a successful international businessman, author, speaker, builder, and trainer.

    In this engaging conversation, Terry introduces the groundbreaking Oxcart technique, a powerful tool he created to ignite passion and motivation. Through gripping personal stories and examples of individuals who have conquered formidable challenges, Terry vividly demonstrates the incredible transformative power of passion.

    By tuning in to this episode, you'll gain valuable wisdom on how to harness passion and motivation in pursuit of your own goals. It's an episode you won't want to miss.

    What We Discuss

    • [02:01] Introduction to Terry L Fossum

    • [04:25] Challenges in goal setting

    • [05:55] Overcoming failures

    • [07:29] The role of passion in success

    • [13:50] Embracing failure and Oxcart technique

    • [15:11] Harnessing pain and Oxcart technique

    • [17:40] Structured approach and real-life example

    • [20:05] Visualizing success and failure

    • [22:12] The parable of the Oxcart

    • [24:39] Research and scientific validation

    • [26:14] Neuroscience and personal growth

    • [28:06] Steps for changing your life

    • [30:15] Daily review and personal growth

    Notable Quotes

    • [04:27] “Most of what we've been taught about goal setting is either incomplete or completely wrong.” - Terry

    • [05:58] “We all have failures. We talk about embracing failure and the future. I learned everything I could about positive visualization and goal setting.” - Terry

    • [28:19] “You can say money doesn't buy happiness, but poverty hurts and it does not help out.” - Terry

    Resources

    Terry L. Fossum

    • Website - terrylfossum.com

    • LinkedIn - Terry L. Fossum

    • Book: The Oxcart Technique: Blueprint for Success

    Productivity Smarts Podcast

    • Website - productivitysmartspodcast.com

    Gerald J. Leonard

    • Website - geraldjleonard.com

    • Turnberry Premiere website - turnberrypremiere.com

    • Scheduler - vcita.com/v/geraldjleonard

    Mentioned

    • Book: Soul Surfer

    • Movie: Soul Surfer

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    34 mins
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