The ONE Thing

Do you sometimes feel that in your relentless pursuit of success, you've lost sight of the lighter, more joyful side of life? Perhaps you've found yourself forgetting the power of laughter and camaraderie in building stronger relationships within your team. If so, this episode of The ONE Thing Podcast will remind you of the critical role fun plays in our journey toward our goals.Joining us today is Erin Diehl, an experienced improv artist, who believes in leveraging fun, comedy, and the spontaneity of improvisation to enhance team dynamics, foster trust, and give voice to everyone involved. Erin’s approach is rooted in the belief that a bit of fun can be the key to breakthroughs, creating deeper connections and fostering a more inclusive and productive environment.This episode is all about getting the clarity you need to move forward in your life by reintroducing a dose of fun and laughter. Because at The ONE Thing, we stand by the three P's - Purpose, Priorities, and Productivity. When you are clear about your purpose, it will guide you to prioritize actions that yield productive outcomes towards your goals. And sometimes, that purposeful productivity is best achieved with a sprinkle of joy and laughter.Ready to understand how a bit of fun can drive your success? Tune in and let Erin Diehl guide you through the transformative power of fun and comedy.If you like what you hear on this podcast, and you want to learn more about how you can bring the principles and the tools of The ONE Thing to yourself and your personal life for your business, then come check us out at The1Thing.com. We are running a special workshop each month we call The ONE Thing Foundations. Enter promo code PODCAST at checkout to get $100 off this amazing workshop.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods.We talk about: How improv teaches us to be present The benefits of mixing improv and productivity Five rules of improv that transfer into productivity How “yes, and” keeps ideas flowing Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more at learntoimproveit.com Connect with Erin on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/erindiehl Follow Erin on Instagram: @keepinitrealdiehl Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Factor 75Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

In a world that's constantly evolving at breakneck speed, how can organizations keep up? Today's guest, Mauro Porcini, argues that the key lies in being human-centric and value-driven.With a rich background in design and a proven track record as a senior leader in multiple organizations, Mauro brings unique insights into how we can integrate design concepts into innovation, and how we can mold technology to fit the landscape of the future.But above all, our conversation centered on the importance of people – understanding them, recognizing their needs, and finding ways to add value to their lives. This aligns perfectly with our philosophy at The ONE Thing – that having a clear purpose enables us to prioritize what truly matters, thereby driving productivity towards our set goals.If you're keen on integrating the principles of The ONE Thing into your life, don't miss out on our monthly workshop, The One Thing Foundations. Here, you'll learn how to apply the concepts we discuss in this podcast and from The ONE Thing book to your everyday life.Visit the1thing.com for more information about The ONE Thing Foundation's workshop. And as a token of appreciation for our listeners, use the promo code PODCAST at checkout for a special $100 off.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods.We talk about: How every decision you make, regardless of outcome, impacts who you become The three dimensions of human-centered design The challenge of taking a human-centered approach – and why it’s worth it Three dimensions of love to incorporate into your life Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more at mauro-porcini.com Read: The Human Side of Innovation Connect with Mauro on LinkedIn Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Factor 75Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

We're already midway through 2023. Perhaps, like many of us, you've found yourself veering off the path to your goals. It's a common occurrence, but recognizing this and knowing how to course correct is the key to ongoing progress.In this special 400th episode of The ONE Thing Podcast, I'm joined by John Schumacher, one of our most experienced coaches and trainers, for an enlightening discussion. John and I delve into the root causes of why we might drift away from our goals and more importantly, how we can regain our bearings and get back on track.It's normal to fall behind, but giving up should never be an option. Instead, we need to understand the factors that led us astray, adjust our course, and keep moving forward. Now, let's take some time to introspect, understand what might be causing us to deviate, and explore how we can get back on track with our goals alongside John Schumacher.Interested in discovering your purpose, identifying your values, and using these to prioritize what truly matters? Then join us at The ONE Thing Foundations. To register, visit the1thing.com and enter the promo code PODCAST for a $100 discount on this special workshop.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods.We talk about: Getting to a good start with your goals by setting clarity How to apply goal setting to the now Setting goals for who you want to be, not what you want to do Creating accountability toward your goals Getting back on track with your goals Links & Tools from This Episode Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Factor 75Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Do you often feel like there's never enough time in your day? Are you constantly rushing to accomplish tasks but still falling behind? Today on The ONE Thing Podcast, we're talking with Dan Martell about how to shift your mindset and become a Time Warrior.In this episode, Dan shares his inspiring backstory and provides valuable insights into conducting a time energy audit, leveraging capital, collaboration, and content to maximize the value of your time investment. By understanding your purpose, you can prioritize what truly matters and lead a more productive life.Join us in this powerful conversation as we explore how to buy back your time and transform into a Time Warrior. Don't miss out on this opportunity to reclaim control of your time and achieve your goals with purpose.If you like what you hear on this podcast and you're interested in how you can turn your time into an investment, we have a very special workshop we're running each month called The ONE Thing Foundations where you can learn to bring the principles, the concepts, the tools of the one thing to your daily life. Visit the1thing.com for more information about The ONE Thing Foundations workshop and enter promo code PODCAST at checkout for $100 off.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods.We talk about: How to build a business you don’t hate Hiring people to buy back your time Recognizing what gives you energy and what takes it away The four master skills in business Setting daily triggers for the actions you want to take Links & Tools from This Episode danmartell.com saasacademy.com Read: Buy Back Your Time Follow on Instagram: @danmartell Follow on Twitter: @danmartell Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Factor 75Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Are you a leader seeking to have a greater influence on your team or an individual striving to make a lasting impact in your organization? In this episode of The ONE Thing Podcast, we are thrilled to have Liz Wiseman, the author of the New York Times bestseller "Multipliers" and the Wall Street Journal bestsellers "Rookie Smarts" and "Impact Players."As a former corporate executive turned management researcher, Executive Advisor, and CEO of the Wiseman Group, Liz shares her invaluable insights on how to become an impact player within your team and organization. We discuss the concepts from her latest book, "Impact Players," and explore how you can apply these principles to enhance your performance and make a significant contribution in your professional life.Tune in now to learn from Liz Wiseman's expertise and unlock your potential to become an impact player. If you're ready to take your leadership and influence to the next level, visit the1thing.com to get started.If you want to be an impact player in your business, or find more for your team, visit lizwiseman.com.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods.We talk about: What an impact player is and what makes them stand out Five factors that differentiate impact players from ordinary contributors How leaders can stretch their team effectively Knowing when to lead and when to follow Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more at lizwiseman.com Read: Impact Players Read: Multipliers Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Factor 75Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

In this greatest hits episode, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes where Dan Sullivan shares how you can stop living in the gap between where you are and where you want to be – and start living in the happiness you cultivate by recognizing your daily gains of progress.Have you ever set goals that you thought would deliver you pure happiness once you achieved them – just to work hard, achieve them, and move on to the next without giving yourself a chance to feel fulfilled or celebrated? We all have and it’s something we should work out of our productivity-laden routines.How might we create more sustainable happiness on our road to achievement? Dan Sullivan has been working with business owners for decades under the program, The Strategic Coach, and was one of the pioneers of the coaching industry. We have a conversation around what it means to shift your perspective so you get out of the gap of dissatisfaction and live in the gain – where happiness lives.We’re always looking forward to the next goal, but we don’t give ourselves the chance to celebrate the successes we’ve had. This is common among ambitious people. The problem with this is that it undermines our happiness in the long run. Backed by his world-class expertise and experience in the field, Dan helps us lay the groundwork for this profound shift toward fulfilment. Do you have an opportunity to shift more toward the gain? If you’re like most ambitious people, the answer is yes. What’s The ONE Thing you can do, such that by doing it, would make living in the gain easier or unnecessary?To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods.We talk about: What the gap and the gain is Why most high achievers don’t celebrate how far they’ve come How to shift from the gap to the gain The difference between courage and confidence What happens when we live in the gain Links & Tools from This Episode strategiccoach.com Read: The Gap and the Gain Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Factor 75Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Is it possible to live a life of purpose, priority, and productivity? Can you achieve extraordinary results by focusing on just ONE Thing? In this special episode of The ONE Thing Podcast, we celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the release of the groundbreaking book The ONE Thing.Join us as we chat with the author, Gary Keller, and co-author Jay Papasan, reflecting on the last decade since they wrote the book. They discuss the importance of asking big questions, the pursuit of mastery, and how to implement a domino effect in your life by going small with daily actions. Learn how to shift your mindset and focus on what truly matters to create the life you desire.If you're ready to embrace The ONE Thing in your life and leverage purpose, priority, and productivity to achieve extraordinary results for yourself or your organization, visit the1thing.com to learn more.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods.We talk about: The story behind The ONE Thing Working backwards to set your goals to the now Having a future outlook on your goals The value of mastery Links & Tools from This Episode Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Factor 75Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

At last year’s Goal Setting Retreat, Gary Keller said this: “If you have big goals and you haven’t achieved them yet, there are only two reasons that you’re where you are instead of where you want to be: it’s either the actions you took or the relationships you have.” And he’s right.Think about the habits, the choices, and the relationships that got you to where you are today. Now think about what you may be missing in order to achieve growth and pursue bigger goals.Listen in to the entire talk Gary gave at that retreat, and if you want to be a part of this year’s Goal Setting Retreat, visit the1thing.com/setmygoals.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods.We talk about: The role of habits in your life Forming the habit of forming habits Having a relationship with your goals How to identify a missing habit The advice Gary would give his past self Links & Tools from This Episode the1thing.com/setmygoals Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Factor 75Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Are you tired of feeling busy but not productive? Do you wake up and find yourself running through the day without achieving what truly matters? If so, this episode of The ONE Thing Podcast is for you.In this discussion, productivity expert Chris Bailey joins us to share valuable insights on how to prioritize the things that truly matter, so you can lead a more productive life. We believe that having a purpose and a big why is essential to achieving your goals. With clarity on what's most important, you can regain control of your day and achieve the results you desire.If you're ready to reclaim your intention and boost your productivity, then tune in now to learn how you can make the most of your time and achieve your goals with purpose. Let's dive into this inspiring discussion on productivity and The ONE Thing.If you want to jump start your productivity and intentionality, visit the1thing.com.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods.We talk about: How Chris ditched his smart phone for a flip phone and what he learned through the process The Rule of Three and the power of defining intentions for the week Understanding your capacity to work under given constraints The three ingredients to manage to make progress towards our goals The myth of multitasking (and why we’re compelled to do it anyway) Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more at chrisbailey.com Read: How to Calm Your Mind Read: The Productivity Project Read: Hyper Focus Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Factor 75Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Do you ever feel like you're drowning in your work? That there's just not enough time in the day to get everything done? You're not alone. Nearly every team, organization, and individual has felt this way at some point. But what if there was a way to leverage systems and tools to make work more efficient, freeing up time for the things that really matter?That's exactly what Nick Sonnenberg, entrepreneur, author, and founder of Leverage, discusses in his new book, "Come Up for Air." He shares with us the secrets of his CPR business efficiency framework, which has helped countless companies streamline their operations and achieve greater success. This isn't just some dry business talk, though. We all know what it's like to feel overwhelmed and stressed out by work. Nick's message is one of hope and possibility - there is a way to break free from the drowning feeling and take control of your work and your life.This is a must-listen for anyone who's ever felt like work is taking over their life. Nick's insights are practical, actionable, and inspiring. He's not just an expert in operational efficiency - he's also a passionate advocate for work-life balance, and knows firsthand how transformative it can be to implement his CPR framework. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the business.If you want to start thinking of how you can invest your time rather than spend it, visit the1thing.com/free-resources.To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods.We talk about: The importance of efficiency and why we fall out of practice Patching vs fixing the problem long term The difference between efficiency and effectiveness When to use email and when to use direct messaging The CPR process for business efficiency Links & Tools from This Episode Read: Come Up For Air Connect with Nick on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nicksonnenberg Follow Nick on Instagram: @nicholassonnenberg Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Factor 75Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75