What’s the smallest change you could make today that would completely shift the way your week unfolds? Whether you’re drowning in to-do lists or stuck in reactive mode, there’s a smarter, lighter way to get things done — and it doesn’t require a full system overhaul.

In this encore episode, we share practical, low-effort tweaks that compound into major results, one small win at a time. It’s all about finding what works for you — and then doing it consistently.

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You can find links to everything that we share in the show notes at theproductivityshow.com/.

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Top 3 Productivity Resources [4:19]
Maximize your best hours with this underrated time trick [08:45]
Front-load your week to finish strong — or finish early [10:24]
Declutter the to-do list that’s secretly draining your focus [15:51]
The weekly ritual that keeps your system running smooth [18:58]
When weekly reviews fail, this faster method saves the day [21:11]
Stop rereading emails and tasks — use this one-touch rule [23:19]
The hidden power of leaving space between tasks [26:12]
Simplify your day with this powerful planning rule [30:13]
Not everything matters — here’s how to tell what does [32:42]
Automate consistency with this one calendar strategy [34:13]
Why you need a “someday/maybe” list to stay focused [36:47]
Avoid burnout by setting clear work boundaries [38:32]
The underrated magic of batching — and what to batch [41:09]
Too many productivity tools? Time to trim the clutter [42:51]
End your day knowing *exactly* what success looks like tomorrow [44:59]

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