Productivity Gladiator

Feb 03 2025 29 ep. 46 mins 2
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Sharing knowledge, hacks, and ideas on work-life balance and personal productivity, and talking to knowledgeable people in those areas.

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Project Management Hacks, Skills & Tools You Can’t Get From Software or AI - With Bonnie Biafore

Feb 03 2025 45 mins  
In this engaging episode, project management expert Bonnie Biafore shares invaluable insights about the human skills and techniques that software and AI simply can't replace. She reveals her top "non-tech hacks" for successful project management, including smart approaches to estimating, cost management, and running effective meetings. Whether you're a seasoned project manager or j

18 Tasks I Outsourced That Changed My Life (And How You Can Too) - With Marcey Rader

Jan 09 2025 60 mins  
Ready to win back hours of your life? In this episode, productivity experts Brian Nelson-Palmer and Marcey Rader reveal 18 tasks they've successfully outsourced - from hiring a culinary grad to chop vegetables to finding affordable ways to never do laundry again. They break down exactly how to decide what to outsource (including a simple calculator to determine if it's worth it), s

Breaking Your Team's Biggest Success Barrier: 7 Simple Changes - with Maura Thomas

Dec 01 2024 48 mins  
Productivity expert Maura Thomas joins Brian to tackle this #truthbomb: Your team's biggest productivity barrier might be you. Through engaging stories and practical examples, Maura reveals how leaders unknowingly create chaos through their communication habits and "always available" mentality. Learn simple yet powerful changes you can make as a leader to transform your team's

How Your Purpose Will Multiply Your Productivity - With Stan Phelps

Oct 29 2024 54 mins  
Stan Phelps joins Brian and explores the deep connection between purpose and productivity. They dig into the importance of aligning personal and organizational goals with a clear purpose. They also dive into helpful tangents including: The 4 versions of the workplace and how productivity is tied to the current version 4.0 the significance of warmth in relationships, Generatio

5 Productivity Hacks We Disagree On - With Eric Girard

Sep 24 2024 44 mins  
This episode features a debate between Brian and Eric Girard. There are 5 productivity hacks that these two disagree on. The discussion includes: tasks written on calendar vs to-do list, planning out every minute of the day on your calendar, wake-up times (early vs. late), meditation, and the use of Amazon Subscribe & Save. Throughout the episode, both participants present their op

Beat Interruption Overload, Your Hidden Productivity Killer - With Joel MacCharles

Sep 03 2024 47 mins  
Joel MacCharles joins Brian to discuss discuss managing your interruption overload and staying focused. They share their personal strategies for staying organized and productive, including using to-do lists, calendars, and focus music. They emphasize the need to prioritize tasks and eliminate unnecessary meetings and emails. Joel expresses his frustration with the amount of time wa

Tactics For Managing People Older Than You - with Ann Kerian

Aug 05 2024 54 mins  
Ann Kerian, an author, executive coach, & consultant joined Brian for a candid discussion on managing older employees. The episode is full of practical tips and personal insights. Brian and Ann explore strategies for building respect across generations, avoiding common pitfalls, and leveraging diverse strengths in the workplace. It's a must-listen for leaders who, whether formally

Life Balance: The Blueprint You've Been Missing

Jul 07 2024 33 mins  
In this episode, Brian unveils the Gladiator Life Balance Blueprint, the piece of the puzzle you’ve been missing. The 5-Pointed Star represents your balance, and you’ll want to plan how brightly your star GLOWS - Growth, Love and relationships, Others, Work, and Self (GLOWS). Brian provides a full collection of practical tips advice on implementing this blueprint as well. You�

Tips You Missed On Successfully Starting Something New - with Dr. Amanda Crowell

Jun 10 2024 50 mins  
Dr. Amanda Crowell, a cognitive psychologist and author of "Great Work", shares powerful insights on successfully starting something new. From overcoming mental blocks to having honest conversations about bandwidth, she provides a refreshing perspective on thriving at work without sacrificing everything else. Her relatable personal journey adds depth to this conversation. See the

Email Overload? No More! Reclaim Your Inbox With These Underutilized Hacks & Tactics

May 20 2024 23 mins  
Drowning in emails? This is your life raft. Discover the shockingly simple 4D system for inbox mastery and the little-known hacks top performers use to never miss an important email and stay on top of tasks. Listen now, so you can close your inbox with confidence. See the full details and links on the episode's page: https://www.productivitygladiator.com/episodes/email-overload-no