

David Kadavy
Best-selling author, blogger, podcaster, and speaker. His book, The Heart to Start, focuses on overcoming procrastination and starting creative projects.
Top 5 podcasts with David Kadavy
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Jun 26, 2024 • 21min
Mind Management, Not Time Management for Productivity When Creativity Matters with David Kadavy
Author David Kadavy discusses the limits of squeezing productivity from time, the difference between clock time and event time, and the importance of respecting mental states for optimal productivity in creative pursuits.

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Jan 19, 2024 • 47min
How to Overcome Perfectionism and Create Your Best Work with David Kadavy
David Kadavy, a best-selling author and creativity expert, shares insights on overcoming procrastination and perfectionism. He emphasizes the importance of curiosity and experimentation in unlocking true creative passions. Kadavy discusses the concept of motivational judo, allowing individuals to combat mental barriers with achievable goals. He encourages embracing imperfections as part of the creative journey and balancing the exploitation of existing skills with the exploration of new interests for innovation. His engaging approach inspires listeners to conquer self-doubt and spark their creativity.

Oct 26, 2020 • 49min
617: Enhancing Your Productivity by Managing Your Mental Energy with David Kadavy
David Kadavy, bestselling author and host of Love Your Work, discusses how managing mental energy can transform your productivity. He argues that traditional time management can be a hindrance. Instead, he offers three pivotal questions to enhance focus and concentration. Kadavy shares personal insights, including his journey to Colombia and techniques for accessing optimal mental states. He emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and understanding your creative rhythms, promising a more fulfilling approach to work and creativity.

Mar 20, 2020 • 57min
Special Episode: How to Work From Home
David Kadavy, a best-selling author known for his work on creativity, joins productivity expert Charlie Gilkey, researcher Chris Bailey, and author Liz Fosslien to navigate the challenges of working from home. They discuss setting essential boundaries for time and space, employing techniques like the Pomodoro Method, and creating a conducive work environment. The conversation emphasizes managing news consumption to prevent overwhelm and highlights the emotional hurdles of remote work, underscoring the importance of self-care during this unprecedented transition.

Sep 25, 2019 • 3h 15min
Rob Wiblin on plastic straws, nicotine, doping, & whether changing the long-term is really possible
In a captivating discussion, David Kadavy, host of "Love Your Work," and Jeremiah Johnson, from the "Neoliberal Podcast," explore intriguing topics with Rob Wiblin. They dive into the role of nicotine in enhancing focus and the misconception about plastic straws in environmental debates. The conversation also touches on the ethics of performance-enhancing drugs in sports, the challenges of information overload, and the moral responsibilities we hold toward future generations. Get ready for a thought-provoking blend of personal insights and global perspectives!


