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208: Good Work by Paul Millerd Oct 25, 2024

What if work wasn’t just something you did but was a portal to a life where you felt fully alive? Today’s author challenges us to think differently about our profession. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a mission to find their own “good work.”

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

207: Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks Oct 11, 2024

Whether we realize it or not, we are always telling stories. Today’s author and storyteller extraordinaire promises to help us tell them better.

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 4.5

206: 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think by Brianna Wiest Sep 27, 2024

Today’s author promises to change the way we think with a collection of essays about why we should pursue purpose over passion, embrace negative thinking, see the wisdom in daily routine, and become aware of the cognitive biases that are creating the way we see our lives.

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Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 1.0

205: A System for Writing by Bob Doto Sep 13, 2024

Today’s author shares an unconventional approach to help writers and aspiring creatives capture their ideas, think wildly, and write constantly. Join Mike & Cory as they enter the labyrinth of the zettelkasten.

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

204: The Ritual Effect by Michael Norton Aug 30, 2024

Today’s author promises to help us create surprising satisfaction and enjoyment from the intention-filled acts that drive human behavior. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to inject meaning and magic into their daily routines.

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 3.0

203: Hidden Genius by Polina Marinova Pompliano Aug 16, 2024

Today’s author has studied thousands of the most interesting people in the world and promises to teach us the frameworks they use to be successful. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to upgrade their mental toolbox.

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

202: Uncommon Greatness by Mark Miller Aug 02, 2024

Virtually every problem can be traced back to one root cause: leadership. Today’s author and seasoned business leader promises to help us transform our leadership from ordinary to extraordinary. Join Cory & Mike as they embark on a journey to unlock their full potential.

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Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 3.0

201: Right Thing, Right Now by Ryan Holiday Jul 19, 2024

Today’s author presents the stoic case for living a life of self-discipline. Join Mike & Cory as they consider what it means to do what’s right – even when it isn’t easy.

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

200: Co-Intelligence by Ethan Mollick Jul 05, 2024

With great power comes great responsibility. Today’s author promises to help us harness the power and promise of the era of AI without losing our identity.

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

199: Radical Candor by Kim Scott Jun 21, 2024

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Today’s author promises to teach us how to improve our leadership ability by caring about others personally and challenging others directly. Join Cory & Mike as they attempt to step up their radical candor.

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 2.0

198: Scarcity Brain by Michael Easter Jun 07, 2024

The world is overloaded with everything we’re built to crave. Today’s author promises to help us overcome the scarcity mindset we inherited from our ancient ancestors to live a more satisfying life.

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Radical Candor by Kim Scott
Co-Intelligence by Ethan Mollick
Liminal Thinking by Dave Gray
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Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 3.0

197: Super Thinking by Gabriel Weinberg & Lauren McCann May 24, 2024

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The world’s best problem-solvers, forecasters, and decision-makers all use mental models that help them cut through complexity and separate good ideas from bad ones. Today’s authors promise to teach us how to use these frameworks and shortcuts to help make sense of the world around us and make better decisions.

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

196: Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker May 10, 2024

Sleep is one of the most important but least understood aspects of our life, wellness, and longevity. Today’s author promises us a revolutionary exploration of sleep, examining how it affects every aspect of our physical and mental well-being. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to sleep (and live) better.

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Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 2.5

195: Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg Apr 26, 2024

The right conversation at the right moment can change everything. Today’s author promises to teach us how to identify and leverage the hidden layers that lurk beneath every conversation.

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Bookworm #178: The Good Life
Bookworm #86: The Art of Gathering
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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

194: Mastery by Robert Greene Apr 12, 2024

Today’s author believes each one of us has within us the potential to be a Master and promises to teach us how to unlock it. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on the path to greatness.

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 3.0

193: Slow Productivity by Cal Newport Mar 29, 2024

Our current definition of “productivity” is broken. Today’s author promises to give us a roadmap for escaping overload without sacrificing accomplishment. Join Mike & Cory as they dive into Cal Newport’s latest book and attempt to fight back against busyness and overwhelm.

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Laziness Does Not Exist by Devon Price
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Bookworm #129: The Extended Mind
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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

192: The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly Mar 15, 2024

Today’s author shares twelve technological imperatives that will shape the next thirty years. Join Cory and Mike as they consider the role of AI and other trends and the impact they will have on our lives.

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

191: Six Thinking Hats by Edward de Bono Mar 01, 2024

Today’s author promises to teach us a practical and uniquely positive approach to making decisions and exploring new ideas. Join Cory & Mike as they embark on a journey for clearer thinking, improved communication, and greater creativity.

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

190: Learn Like a Pro by Barbara Oakley & Olav Schewe Feb 16, 2024

Do you have trouble learning new things? Today’s authors promise to help us improve our ability to learn based on neuroscience and cognitive psychology. Join Mike & new co-host Cory Hixson as they attempt to make the best use of their brains.

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Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 3.0

189: Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans Feb 02, 2024

Today’s authors (and Stanford Life Design Lab co-founders) promise to help us use design thinking to create a life that is both meaningful and fulfilling. Join Mike and new co-host Cory Hixson as they attempt to build their version of a well-lived, joyful life.

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Bookworm #73: The 4-Hour Workweek
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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

188: Feel Good Productivity by Ali Abdaal Jan 19, 2024

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Productivity isn’t just hard work and efficiency. Today’s author promises to teach us an easier and happier path to success.

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

187: Difficult Conversations by Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, & Sheila Heen Jan 05, 2024

As humans, we tend to avoid conversations that can cause us to feel anxious or frustrated. But today’s authors make the case for leaning into these difficult conversations and give us advice for doing so with confidence and skill.

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Mike's Rating: 3.0
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186: Same as Ever by Morgan Housel Dec 22, 2023

We tend to focus on the things that are new and different. But today’s author argues that we should really be looking at the things that stay the same. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to navigate uncertainty by focusing on the things that never, ever change.

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

185: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy Dec 08, 2023

Today’s author(s) promise to teach us a perspective shift that will help us achieve incredible personal freedom. Join Joe & Mike as they consider who can help them get where they want to go.

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

184: Hidden Potential by Adam Grant Nov 24, 2023

Today’s author offers us a new framework for raising aspirations and exceeding expectations. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to reach their full potential.

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

183: Build by Tony Fadell Nov 10, 2023

Today’s author (and leader of the product teams behind the iPod, iPhone, and Nest thermostat) shares about leadership, design, startups, Apple, Google, decision-making, mentorship, devastating failure, and unbelievable success. Join Joe & Mike as they consider what it means to make things worth making.

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

182: Clear Thinking by Shane Parrish Oct 27, 2023

Today’s author promises to give us the tools to navigate the critical space between stimulus and response. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on a journey to optimize their decision-making and live more intentional lives.

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Build by Tony Fadell
Hidden Potential by Adam Grant
Brain Energy by Christopher Palmer
This is Personal by Brennan Dunn

Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

181: On Quality by Robert Pirsig Oct 13, 2023

After disliking Zen & The Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, Mike decides to give a Robert Pirsig book another go. Join Mike and special guest David Sparks as they consider the metaphysics of quality.

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Mike's Rating: 3.0
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180: Master of Change by Brad Stulberg Sep 29, 2023

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Change is all around us, but most of us resist it. Today’s author argues that we should flip this script on its head and offers us a path for embracing and even growing from life’s constant instability. Featuring special guest Mike Vardy.

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
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179: The E-Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber Sep 15, 2023

There are a lot of myths about starting and running a small business. Today’s author and small business consultant promises to dispel them with insights learned from years of experience. Join Mike and special guest Shawn Blanc as they consider what it means to work on your business, not in it.

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
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178: The Good Life by Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz Sep 01, 2023

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What makes for a happy, fulfilling life? In a word: relationships. Today’s authors (and Harvard Study of Adult Development directors) promise to show us how we can make our lives happier and more meaningful through our connection to others.

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
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177: Life Worth Living by Miroslav Volf, Matthew Croasmun, and Ryan McAnnally-Linz Aug 18, 2023

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What makes a good life? Today’s authors attempt to deliver us a guide to defining and then creating a flourishing life through meaning and reflection in the pursuit of underlying truth. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to answer one of life’s most pressing questions: how are we to live?

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 3.5

176: The Art of Clear Thinking by Hasard Lee Aug 04, 2023

Based on his career of making high-stakes, split-second decisions as a U.S. fighter pilot, today’s author promises to teach us combat-tested techniques for making better decisions.

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175: Excellent Advice for Living by Kevin Kelly Jul 21, 2023

Today’s author shares his best advice written to be passed down to his adult children on his 68th birthday. Join Joe & Mike as they eavesdrop on the technology writer’s personal wisdom in an attempt to navigate life with grace and creativity.

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174: Quit by Annie Duke Jul 07, 2023

In a world where sticking with things is a virtue, today’s author makes the argument for knowing when to walk away. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to get better at knowing when to hold ’em and when to fold ’em.

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173: Decoding Greatness by Ron Friedman Jun 23, 2023

For generations, we’ve been taught there are two ways to succeed—either from talent or practice. Today’s author promises to show us a better way through reverse engineering.

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172: The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down by Haemin Sunim Jun 09, 2023

The world moves fast, but that doesn’t mean we have to. Today’s author promises to illuminate a path to inner peace and balance amid the overwhelming demands of everyday life.

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171: The Gap and The Gain by Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy May 26, 2023

Today’s authors argue that many highly ambitious people are unhappy because of how they measure their progress. Join Joe and Mike as they attempt to focus on progress, not perfection.

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170: The Almanack of Naval Ravikant by Eric Jorgensen May 12, 2023

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Today’s author promises to deliver us a guide to wealth and happiness by sharing wisdom from entrepreneur, philosopher, and investor Naval Ravikant. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to discover what it really means to live a rich life.

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169: The Pathless Path by Paul Millerd Apr 28, 2023

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Today’s author shares a personal journey that led him to leave a prestigious consulting firm and find his own pathless path. Join Joe & Mike as they consider what it really means to live the good life.

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168: 12 Rules for Life by Jordan B. Peterson Apr 14, 2023

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Today’s author (and clinical psychologist) promises to help us combine the hard-won truths of ancient tradition with the surprising revelations of cutting-edge scientific research. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to navigate the essence of what those of us in the modern world need to know.

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167: Master Your Motivation by Susan Fowler Mar 31, 2023

Relying on willpower isn’t enough for us to reliably achieve our goals. But what are we supposed to use instead? Today’s author argues that motivation is energy, and what matters is the quality, not the quantity. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to increase their choice, connection, and competence in a quest for optimal motivation.

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166: The Future is Analog by David Sax Mar 17, 2023

Today’s author argues that the pandemic taught us that the future we were promised wasn’t all it was cracked up to be. Join Joe & Mike as they consider the role of analog in today’s digital world.

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165: The Creative Act by Rick Rubin Mar 03, 2023

Today’s author argues that creativity has a place in everyone’s life and that we all have the potential to make that place larger. Join Joe & Mike as they endeavor to live a little more creatively.

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164: Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? by Dr. Julie Smith Feb 17, 2023

Today’s author (and clinical psychologist) promises to help us fortify and maintain our mental health, even in the most trying of times. Join Joe & Mike as they explore the depths of the human mind and consider their own mental well-being.

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163: How to Calm Your Mind by Chris Bailey Feb 03, 2023

Today’s author promises to help us find the missing piece to the productivity puzzle that leads our efforts to become sustainable over time. Join Joe & Mike as they embark to find presence and productivity in these anxious times.

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162: Ikigai by Héctor García & Francesc Miralles Jan 20, 2023

According to the Japanese, everyone has an ikigai — a reason for living. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on a journey to find theirs.

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161: The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John Maxwell Jan 06, 2023

Leadership is complex, but the need for it has never been greater. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on a journey to reach their full potential by helping others reach theirs.

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160: 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene Dec 23, 2022

Today’s author promises to distill three thousand years of human history into a single definitive manual for anyone interested in gaining, observing, or defending against ultimate control. Join Joe & Mike as they venture into the amoral topic of power and attempt to better understand the “rules of the game.”

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159: Mind Management, Not Time Management by David Kadavy Dec 09, 2022

Do you ever feel like the more time you save, the less time you have? Today’s author promises to help us stop struggling to get more out of our time and start effortlessly getting more out of our minds. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to tune their work habits to maximize their creative energy.

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158: Discipline is Destiny by Ryan Holiday Nov 25, 2022

To master anything, we must first learn to master ourselves. Today’s author promises to teach us the power of self-discipline and balance and cautions us against the perils of extravagance and hedonism. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on their own journeys toward self-mastery.

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157: The Laws of Creativity by Joey Cofone Nov 11, 2022

Today’s author attempts to help demystify the creative process by uncovering the thinking and science behind it. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to unlock their creative potential.

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156: Ritual by Dimitris Xygalatas Oct 28, 2022

Have you ever paused to think about why we participate in communal ceremonies? Today’s author attempts to explain the subtle mechanics that bind us together. Join Joe & Mike as they consider the role of rituals in human life.

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155: Where Good Ideas Come From by Stephen Johnson Oct 14, 2022

Ever wonder what sparks a flash of brilliance or what kind of environment creates eureka moments? Today’s author dissects the science of breakthroughs and identifies seven key patterns behind genuine innovation. Join Joe & Mike as they consider the question: where do good ideas come from?

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154: The Great Mental Models Volume 2 by Rhiannon Beaubien and Shane Parrish Sep 30, 2022

Today’s book revisits the topic of mental models by examining cognitive tools from the domains of chemistry, biology, and physics. Join Joe & Mike as they continue to develop their mental toolboxes.

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153: I Didn’t Do the Thing Today by Madeline Dore Sep 16, 2022

If you’ve ever been frustrated with the endless pursuit of productivity perfection, today’s episode is for you. Join Joe & Mike as they embrace the joyful messiness and unpredictability of life.

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152: Mind Map Mastery by Tony Buzan Sep 02, 2022

Can using mind maps really help you get more organized, improve your memory, or plan your business strategy? Today’s author (and self-professed mind map inventor) promises to help us take our thinking to the next level. Join Joe & Mike as they consider the role of mind mapping as a creative thinking tool.

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151: The Story of You by Ian Morgan Cron Aug 19, 2022

Today’s author (and licensed psychotherapist) promises to help us break free from our self-defeating patterns of behavior and write a new story for ourselves. Join Joe & Mike as they examine the Enneagram in an effort to become who they were truly meant to be.

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150: Do the Hard Things First by Scott Allan Aug 05, 2022

Today’s author promises to help us end self-sabotage and rewire our habits for doing difficult work now. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to beat procrastination once and for all.

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149: Love + Work by Marcus Buckingham Jul 22, 2022

Today’s author promises to help us break free from conformity to discover what engages us and makes us thrive. Join Joe & Mike as they consider the role of love through creativity, collaboration, and excellence in the workplace and beyond.

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148: Building a Second Brain by Tiago Forte Jul 08, 2022

We live in the information age, but it often leaves us feeling overwhelmed. Today’s author promises to help us develop a system for personal knowledge management that enables us to make sense of it all. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on a journey to build their second brains.

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147: Hero on a Mission by Donald Miller Jun 24, 2022

Do you know your life purpose? Today’s author promises to help us find it and bring fulfillment through our life and work. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on a journey to live more meaningful lives.

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146: Bittersweet by Susan Cain Jun 10, 2022

Today’s author argues that a melancholic outlook on life can be the key to creativity, connection, and transcendence. Join Joe & Mike as they explore what bittersweetness can teach us about compassion, leadership, spirituality, mortality, and love.

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145: Things That Matter by Joshua Becker May 27, 2022

Everyone wants to live a meaningful life. Today’s author promises to help us identify the obstacles that keep us from living with intention so we can focus on what matters most. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on a quest to identify their purpose and find lasting meaning.

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144: Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon May 13, 2022

Everything is a remix. Today’s author encourages us to embrace our influences to discover our own paths. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to get in touch with their artistic side and build a more creative life.

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143: The Messy Middle by Scott Belsky Apr 29, 2022

Everyone loves talking about starts and finishes, but no one likes talking about the hard part in-between. Join Joe as they embrace the messy middle and attempt to find their way on their own creative projects.

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142: Yes to Life by Victor Frankl Apr 15, 2022

Joe & Mike tackle another Victor Frankl book as they consider purpose, value, and the meaning of life.

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141: Creative Calling by Chase Jarvis Apr 01, 2022

Do you consider yourself to be “creative?” Whether you’re an artist or an engineer, today’s author argues that creativity isn’t a skill—it’s a habit available to everyone. Join Joe & Mike as they seek to establish their own creative practices.

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140: Unwinding Anxiety by Judson Brewer Mar 18, 2022

The world has never been more anxious. But today’s author promises to help us uproot anxiety at its source using brain-based techniques. Join Joe & Mike as they fight their own sense overwhelm with mindfulness and curiosity.

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139: Personal Socrates by Marc Champagne Feb 18, 2022

At any point, we are one question away from a different life. And today’s author gives us 100+ questions from 40+ profiles of legendary achievers to help bring clarity, intentionality, and possibility to every aspect of our lives.

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138: How to Change by Katy Milkman Feb 04, 2022

Do you know what’s standing between you and success? Today’s author promises to help us overcome common barriers to change like impulsivity, procrastination, and forgetfulness. Join Joe & Mike as they take yet another look at the science of behavioral change.

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137: Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown Jan 21, 2022

Today’s author condenses two decades worth of research into a comprehensive guide for mapping meaningful connections. Join Joe & Mike as they consider emotions and explore the language of human experience.

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136: Thinking in Systems by Donella Meadows Jan 07, 2022

Systems are all around us. Many of the problems we face every day (big & small) are simply systems failures. Today’s author attempts to help us develop the systems-thinking skills we need to avoid confusion find more effective solutions.

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135: Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman Dec 24, 2021

Nobody needs telling there isn’t enough time. Today’s author encourages us to reject the idea of getting everything done by recognizing our time on earth is short. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on a journey to embrace their own finitude.

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134: Self Control – It’s Kingship and Majesty by William George Jordan Dec 10, 2021

What can we learn about productivity from a book written over 100 years ago? Turns out, quite a lot. Join Joe & Mike as they examine the oldest Bookworm book yet.

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133: Soundtracks by Jon Acuff Nov 26, 2021

Today’s author promises to help change overthinking from a super problem into a superpower. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to change their thoughts as they DJ their own mental soundtracks.

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132: So Good They Can’t Ignore You by Cal Newport Nov 12, 2021

If you’re trying to live a remarkable life, today’s author argues that “follow your passion” is terrible advice. Join Joe & Mike as they consider the craftsman mindset in an effort to collect their own career capital.

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131: A Minute to Think by Juliet Funt Oct 29, 2021

Do you yearn for freedom from the constant reactivity? Today’s author promises to show us how to reclaim time for thinking and make room for what truly matters. Join Joe & Mike as they fight their own battles against busyness.

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130: Courage is Calling by Ryan Holiday Oct 15, 2021

Today’s author promises to show us how to conquer our fear and practice courage in our daily lives. Join Joe & Mike as they wrestle with what it means to live a heroic, courageous life.

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129: The Extended Mind by Annie Murphy Paul Oct 01, 2021

Today’s author teaches us how to employ a host of “extra-neural” resources — the feelings and movements of our bodies, the physical spaces in which we learn and work, and the minds of those around us — to focus more intently, comprehend more deeply, and create more imaginatively. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to extend their own minds and think outside their brains.

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128: Daily Rituals by Mason Currey Sep 17, 2021

Today’s author takes us on a tour of daily rituals from inspired novelists, poets, playwrights, painters, philosophers, scientists, and mathematicians to describe how they live and work. Join Joe & Mike as they consider their own routines in an effort to become just a little more productive and creative.

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127: The Art of the Idea by John Hunt Sep 03, 2021

Today’s author attempts to teach us to redefine our world through the power of original thinking. Join Joe & Mike as they consider the creative process in an effort to make the most of their own ideas.

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126: The Mountain is You by Brianna Wiest Aug 20, 2021

Today’s author promises to help us act as our highest potential selves by extracting crucial insight from our most damaging habits, building emotional intelligence by better understanding our brains and bodies, and releasing past experiences at a cellular level. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on a journey to figure out why we as humans have such a hard time staying out of our own way.

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125: Willpower Doesn’t Work by Benjamin Hardy Aug 06, 2021

We rely on willpower to create change in our lives… but what if we’re thinking about it all wrong? Join Joe & Mike as they consider their environments and the impact they have on their productivity.

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124: Liminal Thinking by Dave Gray Jul 23, 2021

Our beliefs form the basis of everything we say, think, and do. Modifying them can be hard, but today’s author tries to teach us how to make it easier. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to change their minds – and their behavior.

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123: Procrastinate on Purpose by Rory Vaden Jul 09, 2021

For a long time, “procrastination” has been a four-letter in the productivity world. But today’s author attempts to turn it around by giving us five permissions in hopes of setting us free to do our best work. Join Joe & Mike as they consider yet another system designed to help clear the clutter and focus on meaningful work.

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122: Digital Body Language by Erica Dhawan Jun 25, 2021

We rely on body language to connect and build trust, but that can be difficult from behind a screen. Today’s author teaches us to decode and signals and use proper cues to make that a little bit easier. Join Joe & Mike as they seek to improve their own communication skills for the digital age.

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121: Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek Jun 11, 2021

Too many workplaces are driven by cynicism, paranoia, and self-interest. But today’s author shows us how the best ones foster trust and cooperation by separating the security inside the team from the challenges outside. Join Joe & Mike as they try to expand their own circles of safety.

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120: The Now Habit by Neil Fiore May 28, 2021

Procrastination is a problem we all have to deal with. But today’s author promises a comprehensive plan to help us lower our stress and increase our time to enjoy guilt-free play. Join Joe & Mike as they consider how they can eliminate anxiety brought on by their own negative habits of procrastination and perfectionism.

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119: Effortless by Greg McKeown May 14, 2021

High-achievers have been conditioned to believe that the path to success is paved with relentless work. But today’s author challenges us to stop pushing harder and find an easier path. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on a journey to make their most essential activities the easiest ones.

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118: Work the System by Sam Carpenter Apr 30, 2021

Tired of playing Whac-a-Mole with todo lists that never seem to get any shorter? Today’s author says the real problem is our broken systems that consistently produce frustrating results. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on a journey to change their perspective and apply the systems mindset to their own lives.

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117: Think Again by Adam Grant Apr 16, 2021

Most of us favor the comfort of conviction and avoid the discomfort of doubt. But today’s author invites us to let go of our firmly held beliefs and open up our minds through the process of unlearning rethinking. Join Joe & Mike as they embrace their own limitations and discover the joy in being wrong.

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116: The Art of Witty Banter by Patrick King Apr 02, 2021

Goodbye awkward silence, hello conversational agility! Today’s author promises to teach you how to think quickly on your feet, be incredibly smooth, funny, and clever – all at once. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on their journey to discover the art, nuance, and mechanics of banter and charm.

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115: A World Without Email by Cal Newport Mar 19, 2021

The modern knowledge worker is engaged in a constant battle against the hyperactive hive mind. While we’ve become so accustomed to an inbox-driven workday that it’s hard to imagine alternatives, today’s author argues that they do in fact exist. Join Joe & Mike as they consider the possibility of a future without email.

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114: Thinking in Bets by Annie Duke Mar 05, 2021

Even great decisions don’t always yield the best outcomes every time. Today’s author (and former World Series of Poker champion turned business consultant) teaches us how to make better decisions by embracing the element of luck and simply considering the odds.

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113: The Great Mental Models Volume 1 by Rhiannon Beaubien and Shane Parrish Feb 19, 2021

Mental models can help you make better decisions by changing how you see the world. In today’s book, Joe & Mike take a look at nine of the most versatile all-purpose mental models in an effort to make better decisions by seeing things more clearly.

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112: The Organised Writer by Antony Johnston Feb 05, 2021

Writing is hard. But today’s author promises that if you take a weekend and set up the proper system, it can be made a lot easier. Join Joe & Mike as they consider what it means to be an organised writer.

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111: Discipline Equals Freedom by Jocko Willink Jan 22, 2021

Many books promise to help you overcome obstacles and reach your goals. But it’s still up to you to take action – which is why they often don’t work. Today’s drill sergeant (er, author) put the the blame and power where it belongs – on you. Join & Mike as they report to boot camp in an effort to develop discipline, and ultimately, freedom.

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110: Lead Yourself First by Raymond Kethledge & Michael Erwin Jan 08, 2021

Throughout history, leaders have used solitude to make better decisions. Today’s book shares firsthand historical accounts in an effort to show how solitude can help gain clarity, spur creativity, sustain emotional balance, and generate moral courage for when it matters most. Join Joe & Mike as they explore the topic of solitude and all of its leadership benefits.

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109: Bowling Alone by Robert Putnam Dec 25, 2020

How we socialize has changed significantly. Today’s author has studied American social behavior over the decades, and shows how our shrinking social captial poses a serious threat to our civic and personal health. Join Joe & Mike as they consider the ways in which we connect, the role of technology, and how we can build community effectively – even in the midst of a global pandemic.

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108: The Practice by Seth Godin Dec 11, 2020

Creating can be hard. But a consistent practice can make it easier. Today’s author insists that writer’s block is a myth, that consistency is far more important than authenticity, and that experiencing the imposter syndrome is a sign that you’re a well-adjusted human. Join Joe & Mike as they explore the creative process, getting unstuck, and finding the courage to share their own creative work.

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107: The Motivation Code by Todd Henry Nov 27, 2020

What drives us to unleash our best work? And how do we tap into that drive to get superior results? Today’s author explains how understanding our own motivational themes can help us have conversations, make decisions, and even choose better career paths. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to understand what really makes them tick.

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106: Brain Wash by David & Austin Perlmutter Nov 13, 2020

Today’s authors argue that our modern culture is rewiring our brains and damaging our health. But today’s book promises to give us the tools we need to think more clearly, make better decisions, strengthen bonds with others, and develop healthier habits. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to overcome the mental hijacking that can so easily undermines each and every one of us.

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105: Shorter by Alex Soojung-Kim Pang Oct 30, 2020

The traditional idea of success means being always-on, never saying no, and outworking your peers. But what if there was another way? Today’s author shares how entrepreneurs and leaders all over the world have figured out how to shrink the workweek without cutting salaries or sacrificing productivity. Join Joe & Mike as they explore the design thinking process in an effort to redesign their workdays and create a life worth living.

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104: The Minimalist Home by Joshua Becker Oct 16, 2020

Today’s author takes us on a decluttering tour of our own houses and apartments, showing us how to decide what to get rid of and what to keep. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to transform their homes into launching pads for a more fulfilling and productive life.

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103: How to Be Everything by Emilie Wapnick Oct 02, 2020

If you dread answering the question “what do you do?” because you have trouble picking just one thing, you could be a multipotentialite. And you’re not alone. Today’s author says there’s nothing wrong with you if you too have difficulty picking one thing and sticking with it. Join Joe & Mike on their own multipotentialite journeys as they try to figure out what they want to be when they grow up.

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102: Pick Three by Randi Zuckerberg Sep 18, 2020

In an increasingly demanding world, we’ve been told that we can do everything—maintain friendships, devote ourselves to work, spend time with family, stay fit, and get enough sleep. Today’s author encourages us to come to grips with the fact that we can’t do it all – at least not every day. Join Joe & Mike as they challenge the unrealistic burden of being balanced and learn what it means to be well-lopsided instead.

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101: Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss Sep 04, 2020

Life is negotiation. And today’s author (& former FBI hostage negotiator) teaches us how to use tactical empathy so it can help us get more of what we want out of life. Join Joe & Mike as they seek to develop their own communication skills in hopes of getting better results.

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100: Ratings Adjustments & Trivia Aug 21, 2020

After 100 episodes, Joe & Mike go back and fix a few of the ratings that don’t seem quite right. Mike also tests Joe knowledge recall with some impromptu Bookworm trivia.

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99: The Motive by Patrick Lencioni Aug 07, 2020

It’s time for another Patrick Lencioni leadership fable! Join Joe & Mike as they consider the responsibility of leadership, take a look at the five omissions of reward-centered leaders, and consider why they want to be leaders in the first place.

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98: The Crossroads of Should and Must by Elle Luna Jul 24, 2020

Do you view your work as a job, a career, or a calling? Today’s author argues that the most life-affirming thing you can do is to honor the voice inside that says your have something special to give, and encourages us all to heed the call and act. Join Joe & Mike as they explore passion, purpose, and what it might look like if who you are are and what you do became one and the same.

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97: Reclaiming Conversation by Sherry Turkle Jul 10, 2020

In our digital age, it’s easy to stay connected. Emails, text messages, and social media allow us to share snippets of our lives with others- without really having to look, listen, or reveal ourselves. Today’s author argues that we have lost the art of conversation, and makes the case that now, more than ever, is the time to get it back.

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96: Triggers by Marshall Goldsmith Jun 26, 2020

Do you ever find yourself reacting to something, then immediately saying something like, “I can’t believe I just did that?” It may not be your fault – at least, not entirely. Join Joe & Mike as they take a look at the triggers in their own environments and consider how to overcome them – without doing or saying something that they later regret.

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95: Stillness is the Key by Ryan Holiday Jun 12, 2020

More than ever, people are overwhelmed. Today’s author argues that what we really need is stillness – the ability to be steady while the world spins around you. Join Joe & Mike on their own journeys to achieve self-mastery, discipline, and focus.

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94: Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg May 29, 2020

When it comes to change, tiny is mighty. Today’s author (who also happens to be the world’s leading expert on habit formation) shows us how we can have a happier, healthier life: by starting small. Join Joe & Mike as they dive back down the habits rabbit hole and examine how these little changes lead to big results.

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93: Nudge by Richard Thaler May 15, 2020

Whether it’s deciding what to eat for dinner or which investments to pick for our 401k, we humans have a track record of making poor choices. But is it really our fault? Today’s author argues that choice architecture is largely to blame, and explains how small nudges can help move us in a better direction. Join Joe & Mike as they consider why we make the choices we do – and how we can make better ones in the future.

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92: The Bullet Journal Method by Ryder Carroll May 01, 2020

Can pen & paper really cut it as a task manager in today’s fast-paced world? Today’s author makes a compelling argument that it can. Join Joe & Mike as they take a look at The Bullet Journal Method, and see if it’s enough to get these digital natives to get their heads out of their apps.

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91: The Antidote by Oliver Burkeman Apr 17, 2020

If you find yourself repulsed by the blatant optimism espoused by most self-help gurus, then today’s book may just be a breath of fresh air for you. Join Joe & Mike as they consider stoicism, death, and the negative path to happiness.

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90: Good to Great by Jim Collins Apr 03, 2020

What makes a successful business tick? Today’s author shares the results from a five-year study that “fly in the face of our modern business culture and will, quite frankly, upset some people.” Join Joe & Mike as they discover why some companies make the leap – and others don’t.

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89: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert Pirsig Mar 20, 2020

Today’s author takes us on a 17-day motorcycle ride from Minnesota to California. Join Joe and Mike on their journey to discover quality, truth, and what it means to get a real education.

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88: It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work Mar 06, 2020

Long hours, an excessive workload, and a lack of sleep have become a badge of honor for modern professionals. But the authors of today’s book argue that it’s actually a mark of stupidity. Join Joe & Mike as they examine what it means to run a calm company.

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Author’s Corner: Nir Eyal Feb 28, 2020

Nir Eyal joins us for our first author’s corner episode to talk about his book Indistractable, turning values into time, and building better relationships.

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87: Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman Feb 21, 2020

What causes us to act the way we do? Today’s book offers a comprehensive look into the depths of behavioral science. Join Joe & Mike as they examine their own cognitive biases in an effort to understand why they have a tendency to make dumb decisions.

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86: The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker Feb 07, 2020

Today’s author argues that the lackluster and unproductive gatherings in our lives don’t have to be that way. Join Joe & Mike as they consider how to bring a more human-centered approach to gathering in an effort create meaningful, memorable experiences for everyone involved.

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85: Making It All Work by David Allen Jan 24, 2020

In today’s episode, Joe & Mike revisit the topic of Getting Things Done (GTD). Join them as they take a closer look at the mother of all productivity systems and discover all the things that they’re doing wrong.

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84: Indistractable by Nir Eyal Jan 10, 2020

In a world of distraction, focus is a superpower. In today’s book, Joe and Mike look at how to channel their attention in a quest to become indistractable.

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83: The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek Dec 27, 2019

How do we win a game that has no end? In today’s book, author Simon Sinek explains how an infinite mindset helps overcome the letdown that typically comes shortly after achieving a goal by commiting to a just cause that inspires us to show up day after day, week after week, and year after year.

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82: Margin by Richard Swenson Dec 13, 2019

Do you ever feel overhwelmed? Today’s book by Dr. Richard Swenson has the prescription for anyone who yearns for relief from the pressures of overload. Join Joe & Mike as they investigate the topic of margin, reevaluate their priorities, and attempt to simplify their lives.

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81: You Are Awesome by Neil Pasricha Nov 29, 2019

Bad things happen, but they don’t have to keep you realizing your dreams. Today’s author shares 9 secrets from his own experience of overcoming negative circumstances by changing his perspective. Join Joe and Mike as they examine the mindsets that make people like Neil so resilient, even in the face of personal tragedy and failure.

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80: Principles by Ray Dalio Nov 15, 2019

What does radical truth and radical transparency have to do with personal and professional success? Everything, argues today’s author. Join Joe & Mike as they dive deep on the systems and principles of life and business in their quest to understand the idea meritocracy.

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79: SuperBetter by Jane McGonigal Nov 01, 2019

Reality is broken. In today’s book, author Jane McGonigal attempts a fix by applying a gameful approach to personal growth. Join Mike & Joe as they examine the idea that playing games can make us better.

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78: Ultralearning by Scott Young Oct 11, 2019

Lifelong learning is a noble goal – but is ultralearning really the best approach? Today’s book aims to help you achieve your goals faster, future-proof your career, and maximize your competitive advantage. Join Joe & Mike as they unpack the principles the author promises can help you learn anything deeply and quickly, without teachers or budget-busting tuition costs.

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77: Creativity, Inc. by Ed Catmull Sep 27, 2019

Pixar has inspired the creative world for over 20 years with iconic films like Toy Story, The Incredibles, and WALL-E, just to name a few. Today’s book gives us an inside look at the meetings, postmortems, and Braintrust sessions that have produced some of the most successful animated films in history. Join Joe & Mike as they discover how to overcome the unseen forces that stand in the way of true inspiration.

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76: Range by David Epstein Sep 13, 2019

We’ve all heard stories of famous people who knew what they were born to do from a young age. But should we really be trying to follow in their narrow-focused footsteps? Today’s author challenges the traditional idea that 10,000 hours of deliberate practice is what it takes to become an expert, explains why specializing early on in life may actually hurt your long-term success, and make the case that we should all look lead more generalized lives.

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– Jocko Podcast
– Bookworm #53: Boundaries
– Personal Retreat Handbook
– Panic Software
– Playdate
– The Talk Show #252: The Dustin Egress Problem
– ScreenFlow
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– MacSparky
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– Blinkist
– Bookworm #61: Blink
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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 5.0

75: Getting Results the Agile Way by J.D. Meier Aug 30, 2019

Lots of books teach systems to help you achieve more, but the problem is that they are usually very strict and rigid. Today’s book promises to deliver a simple system that is flexible and adaptable so you can change course as needed without sacrificing meaningful results.

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– Support the show
– Relay FM Family Feud
– Faith-Based Productivity
– Lifeonaire (Audible)
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– Getting Things Done by David Allen
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– Bookworm #72: Make Time
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– Bookworm #70: Free to Focus
– Margin by Richard Swenson
– Bookworm #14: The 12 Week Year
– Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins
– Unique Ability Book
– Bookworm #69: Emotional Intelligence
– Bookworm #38: Mindset
– Bookworm #62: The Four Tendencies
– Bookworm #68: How to Take Smart Notes
– Range by David Epstein
– Creativity, Inc. by Ed Catmull
– Primal Branding by Patrick Hanlon
– The Messy Middle by Scott Belsky
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Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 2.0

74: The Second Mountain by David Brooks Aug 16, 2019

In today’s book, Joe and Mike embark on a journey from self-centered individualism to others-centered relationalism in pursuit of discovering just what exactly a life worth living looks like. Join these fellow travelers on their quest for a moral life as they examine the 4 commitments that today’s author uses to define a life of meaning and purpose.

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– Support the show
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– Drafts
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– The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss
– Focused
– Hurry Slowly
– Make Time by Jake Knapp & John Zeratsky
– Bookworm #63: Atomic Habits
– Faith-Based Productivity
– Analog Joe
– Bookworm #44: Man’s Search for Meaning
– The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker
– Bookworm #38: Mindset
– Bookworm #72: Make Time
– Getting Results the Agile Way by J.D. Meier
– Range by David Epstein
– Primalbranding by Patrick Hanlon
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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 4.5

73: The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss Aug 02, 2019

Today’s book promises to help you escape the 9-5, live anywhere, and join the new rich. But is it really that simple? Join Joe & Mike as they examine what a millionarie lifestyle looks like (with or without the millions) and unpack the concept of lifestyle design in creating a life worth living.

Links
– Support the show
– All Marketers are Liars by Seth Godin
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– The Bible App
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– 10% Happier by Dan Harris
– Joe’s fancy new website
– The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss
– Tools of Titans by Tim Ferriss
– Tribe of Mentors by Tim Ferriss
– Lifeonaire by Steve Cook & Shaun McClosky
– Why You Should Define Your Fears Instead of Your Goals (TED talk)
– The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey
– Dave Ramsey
– Your World-Class Assistant by Michael Hyatt
– Virtual Staff Finder
– Zirtual
– Faith-Based Productivity
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– The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker
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Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

72: Make Time by Jake Knapp & John Zeratsky Jul 19, 2019

True productivity is not about crushing your to-do list or optimizing every hour – it’s about intentionalliy focusing on what really matters. Join Joe & Mike as they rethink their own defaults, drain the infinity pools, and make time for the things that are truly important.

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– Support the show
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– Day One
– Make Time by Jake Knapp & John Zeratsky
– The One Thing by Gary Keller & Jay Papasan
– Focused #70: Digital Decluttering, with Shahid Kamal Ahmad
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– Rocket Fuel by Gino Wickman & Mark Winters
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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 4.5

71: Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott Jul 05, 2019

For many writers, few things are as intimidating as staring at a blank page – but it doesn’t have to be this way. If you’re looking for some solid writing advice, today’s book is for you. Join Joe & Mike as they confront perfectionism, shine the light on the monsters within, learn to quiet the radio station in their heads, and seek to discover their own unique writing voice.

Links
– Support the show
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– Superhuman
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– Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott
– On Writing by Stephen King
– Tim Ferriss
– Brain Pickings (Maria Popova)
– Patrick Lencioni
– Art of Manliness
– Craft and Commerce
– Mark Manson
– Molly Burke
– Marie Kondo
– Faith-Based Productivity
– How to Start Your Own Mastermind Group
– Focused
– 7 Habits of Highly Successful People
– How to Win Friends and Influence People
– Day One in Depth
– Make Time by Jake Knapp & John Zeratsky
– The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss
– Linchpin by Seth Godin
– Essential Manners for Men by Peter Post
– A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens
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Mike's Rating: 3.5
Cory's Rating: 4.5

70: Free to Focus by Michael Hyatt Jun 21, 2019

A system to help you achieve more *and* do less? It may sound too good to be true, but that’s exactly what today’s book promises to deliver. Join Joe & Mike as they take a closer look at Michael Hyatt’s approach to the topic of focus.

Links
– Support the show
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– Stepping Off the Productivity Hamster Wheel
– Bookworm #34: Think & Grow Rich
– Bookworm #40: The Artist’s Way
– Free to Focus
– Full Focus Planner
– Thou Shalt Hustle by Mike Schmitz
– Faith-Based Productivity
– Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
– Jim Rohn
– Mac Power Users #480: Catching Up with Michael Hyatt
– Rosemary Orchard
– Automators podcast
– MacSparky
– Personal Retreat Handbook
– Focus@Will
– Night Drive (Instrumental Edition) by TimeCop1983
– Tycho
– Utah
– Brain.fm
– Focused #70: Digital Decluttering, with Shahid Kamal Ahmad
– EntreLeadership
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– Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott
– Make Time by Jake Knapp & John Zeratsky
– All Marketers are Liars by Seth Godin
– Honour Found by Robert Barriger
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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.5

69: Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman Jun 07, 2019

It can be difficult to measure, but the topic of emotional intelligence is a worthwhile study for anyone with a desire to reach their full potential. In today’s episode, Joe & Mike take a deep look at a different way to be smart.

Links
– Support the show
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– Success Profiler
– Research on Soft Skills accounting for 85% of success
– Bookworm 67: Quiet
– Kolbe Index A
– Emotional Intelligence and You (Infographic)
– Bookworm #59: Being Mortal
– Bookworm #38: Mindset
– Bookworm #25: Grit
– MoodNotes
– Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry & Jean Greaves
– Free to Focus by Michael Hyatt
– Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott
– Company of One by Paul Jarvis
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– Healing Lyme by Stephen Buhner
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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

68: How to Take Smart Notes by Sönke Ahrens May 24, 2019

It’s been said that for a writer, nothing is as intimidating as a blank page. But the author of today’s book says that doesn’t have to be the case. Join Joe & Mike as they look at how to take better notes and automate the writing process.

Links
– Support the show
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– How to Take Smart Notes by Sönke Ahrens
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– Drafts
– Bullet Journal
– Bookworm 56: Hyperfocus by (and with) Chris Bailey
– Bookworm 38: Mindset by Carol Dweck
– How (and Why) I Take Notes on Books That I Read
– MindNode
– Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon
– Hook
– Bookworm 32: The Art of Thinking Clearly by Rolf Dobelli
– Notion
– Ulysses
– Bookworm 42: How to Read a Book by Mortimer Adler
– Zettelkaasten.de
– nvALT
– Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman
– Free to Focus by Michael Hyatt
– A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens
– Company of One by Paul Jarvis
– Join the Club
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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 2.5

67: Quiet by Susan Cain May 10, 2019

The rise of the Extroverted Ideal has led to a world that can’t stop talking. But where does that leave you if you find groups exhausting or prefer to work alone? Join Joe & Mike as they discover the soft power introverts possess and why understanding it is so important.

Links
– Bookworm #33: The Monk & The Merchant
– Bookworm #30: The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team
– Bookworm #47: 3 Questions for a Frantic Family
– How (and Why) I Take Notes on Books That I Read
– MindNode
– Bookworm Shirts
– Macstock (use code FOCUSED to save $70)
– Mac Power Users
– Quiet by Susan Cain
– The Power of Introverts (Susan Cain’s TED talk)
– Psychological Types by Carl Jung
– Myers-Briggs
– Focused #72: Heart-Centered Productivity, with Jocelyn K Glei
– Bookworm 66: Extreme Ownership
– Bookworm #48: How to Win Friends and Influence People
– Grit by Angela Duckworth
– The Sleep Revolution by Arianna Huffington
– Toastmasters
– Money by Tony Robbins
– Personal Retreat Course
– Faith-Based Productivity
– Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
– How to Take Smart Notes by Sönke Ahrens
– Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman
– Company of One by Paul Jarvis
– A Place of My Own by Michael Pollan
– Recommend a Book
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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 4.0

66: Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink & Leif Babin Apr 26, 2019

We can’t control everything that happens to us, but how might our lives look different if we assumed ownership for them anyway? That’s the topic Joe & Mike examine in today’s book. Tune in to find out why “responsibility” is not a dirty word.

Links
– Bookworm Premium Membership
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– Groundhog Day
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– Feedbin
– Reeder
– MailMate
– Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink & Leif Babin
– Dichotomy of Leadership by Jocko Willink & Leif Babin
– Faith-Based Productivity
– American Sniper
– Quiet by Susan Cain
– How to Take Smart Notes by Sönke Ahrens
– Run for Your Life by Mark Cucuzzella
– Join the Club
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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

65: Drunk Tank Pink by Adam Alter Apr 12, 2019

Our environment shapes our thoughts and actions in myriad ways, without our permission or even our knowledge. In today’s episode, Joe & Mike discover the subtle but substantial ways in which outside forces influence our everyday behavior.

Links
– Bookworm Premium Membership
– Bookworm Shirts
– Drafts
– Focused #70: Digital Decluttering, with Shahid Kamal Ahmad
– Bookworm #57: Predictably Irrational
– Bookworm #64: Digital Minimalism
– Drunk Tank Pink by Adam Alter
– Dvorak explained
– Faith-Based Productivity
– f.lux
– Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink & Leif Babin
– Quiet by Susan Cain
– Make Time by Jake Knapp & John Zeratsky
– Join the Club
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Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

64: Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport Mar 29, 2019

Few things have impacted our everyday lives as much as the smartphone. In today’s episode, Joe & Mike discuss the fallout from our digital addictions and contemplate Cal Newport’s radical approach as a potential cure in the war for our attention.

Links
– Leuchtturm1917 (Joe’s fancy notebook)
– Bookworm 63: Atomic Habits by James Clear
– Productive (Mike’s habit tracker)
– The Best Habit Tracker for iOS (The Sweet Setup)
– Due app
– Faith-Based Productivity
– Mike’s Personal Retreat Course
– The Focus Course LIVE
– Support the show
– So Good They Can’t Ignore You by Cal Newport
– Deep Work by Cal Newport
– Apple iPhone Keynote
– The Light Phone
– A Call to Minimize Distraction slides
– The Ultimate Guide to DuckDuckGo (Brett Terpstra)
– Focused forum
– Mr. Money Moustache
– Is Spending Time on Social Media Bad For Us?
– Drunk Tank Pink by Adam Alter
– Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink & Leif Babin
– One Nation by Ben Carson
– Great Game of Business by Jack Stack
– Join the Club
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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

63: Atomic Habits by James Clear Feb 28, 2019

Can small habits really transform your life and deliver amazing results? Author James Clear believes they can. In today’s episode, Joe and Mike revisit a familiar topic to tackle one of Bookworm’s most requested books and see if it lives up to the hype.

Links
– Bookworm sweatshirt
– 10% Happier w/ Gary Vaynerchuk
– Bookworm #62: The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin
– Procourse
– Atomic Habits by James Clear
– Leadershift by John Maxwell
– Will it Fly by Pat Flynn (Audible)
– Bookworm #52: The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg
– Bookworm #16: The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande
– Deep Work by Cal Newport
– The One Thing by Gary Keller & Jay Papasan
– Bookworm Club
– Productivity in Tech interview
– Yamaha Method
– Streaks
– Bookworm #43: Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
– Personal Retreat Handbook
– Bookworm #49: Peak by Anders Ericsson
– Personality Test
– Faith-Based Productivity
– Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport
– Drunk Tank Pink by Adam Atler
– It Doesn’t Have Be Crazy at Work by Jason Fried & David Heinemeier Hansson
– Recommend a Book
– Book List
– Leave a Review

Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

62: The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin Feb 13, 2019

Have you ever struggled to achieve a goal, even though you were fully committed to and believed in it? Today’s book gives you a simple framework to help you understand why. Join Joe & Mike as they try to understand themselves a little bit better.

Links
– Oak meditation app
– Bookworm 56: Hyperfocus by (and with) Chris Bailey
– Headspace
– Bookworm Club conversation on Blink
– Bookworm 61: Blink my Malcolm Gladwell
– Atomic Habits by James Clear
– The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin
– Gretchen Rubin’s podcast
– The Four Tendencies Quiz
– Person Retreat Handbook
– Conative Connection by Kathy Kolbe
– Kolbe Type A assessment
– StrengthsFinder
– Leadershift by John Maxwell
– Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport
– Hurry Slowly with Cal Newport
– Bookworm Club
– Book List
– Leave a Rating

Mike's Rating: 3.5
Cory's Rating: 4.0

61: Blink by Malcolm Gladwell Jan 29, 2019

Your brain is an incredibly powerful computer, rapidly processing information to help you make better decisions – except when it doesn’t. Should you really trust your first impressions? Join Joe & Mike as they dive into the world of rapid cognition and thinking without thinking.

Links
– Bookworm shirts
– Prodcon
– GoodNotes
– The Focus Course
– Faith-Based Productivity
– Blink by Malcolm Gladwell
– Bookworm #52: The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg
– Implicit Association Tests
– Bookworm #16: The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande
– Herman Miller Aeron chair
– Pepsi Challenge (YouTube)
– SCAA Coffee Taster’s Flavor Wheel
– Coffee Grading criteria
– The Best Grocery Store Coffees, Ranked by a Barista
– Bookworm #56: Hyperfocus by (and with) Chris Bailey
– The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin
– Atomic Habits by James Clear
– Everyday Millionaires by Chris Hogan
– Bookworm Club
– Book List
– Leave a Rating

Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 3.5

60: The One Thing by Gary Keller & Jay Papasan Jan 15, 2019

Is it true that less is more? When it comes to goal achievement, Gary Keller & Jay Papasan say, “Aboslutely!” In today’s episode, Joe & Mike dive into the surprisingly simple truth behind extraordinary results to see if the answer really is that profound or if Mike is just remembering one of his favorite books through sentimental, rose-colored glasses.

Links
– Das Keyboard Model S Professional
– Mike’s Mac Mini
– Synology DS418
– OWC 32GB RAM upgrade for Mac Mini
– Bookworm #59: Being Mortal by Atul Gawande
– Free Agents #63: Lessons Learned
– Bookworm #1: Getting Things Done by David Allen
– Mac Power Users
– Bookworm #50: 2018 Bookworm Draft
– Domino Chain Reaction (YouTube)
– Goal Setting Workshop (Replay)
– Bookworm #56: Hyperfocus by (and with) Chris Bailey
– Atomic Habits by James Clear
– Bookworm #14: 12 Week Year by Brian Moran & Michael Lennington
– Faith-Based Productivity
– Bookworm #38: Mindset by Carol Dweck
– Personal Retreat Handbook
– Bookworm #49: Peak by Anders Ericsson
– The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod
– 30 Lessons for Living by Karl Pillemer
– Blink by Malcolm Gladwell
– The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin
– The Magic of Thinking Big by David Schwartz
– Bookworm Club
– Book List
– Leave a Rating

Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

59: Being Mortal by Atul Gawande Dec 27, 2018

No matter how careful we are or how healthy our habits, one day we will all die. In this episode, Joe & Mike tackle their most uncomfortable topic yet as they consider how to bring meaning and purpose to end of life care.

Links
– Free Agents #63: Lessons Learned
– Personal Retreat Course (coupon code BOOKWORM to save 50% before 1/1/2019)
– Free Agents #58: A Better Path, with Joe Buhlig
– Mac Power Users Forum
– Productivity Guild
– Mike’s Goal Setting Workshop on 1/5/2019
– Mike’s Newsletter + Book Notes
– Michael Diamond’s Great Books List
– Michael Diamond in the news
– Bookworm #16: The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande
– Asylums by Erving Goffman
– 30 Lessons for Living by Karl Pillemer
– Patch Adams
– Bookworm #57: Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely
– Bookworm #32: Art of Thinking Clearly by Ralf Dobelli
– Bookworm #44: Man’s Search for Meaning b y Victor Frankl
– Bookworm #56: Hyperfocus by (and with) Chris Bailey
– Bookworm #43: Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
– The One Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan
– Blink by Malcolm Gladwell
– Faith-Based Productivity
– Do More Better by Tim Challies
– MindNode
– SetApp
– Knowledge Without College #15: Mike Schmitz
– Bookworm Club
– Book List
– Leave a Rating

Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

58: Scrum by Jeff & J.J. Sutherland Dec 15, 2018

Is Scrum really the magical project finishing formula that author Jeff Sutherland says it is? Joe & Mike share their own Scrum stories and point out the pitfalls in this episode covering Bookworm’s most requested book.

Links
– 10% Happier
– JIRA
– Freedom
– Whims at Work
– OmniFocus
– Faith-Based Productivity
– Personal Retreat course – coupon code BOOKWORM to save 50%
– Bookworm 57: Predictably Irrational
– Scrum
– Procourse
– Litheworks
– The Productivity Show w/ Judah Smith
– Bookworm 1: Getting Things Done
– Your Best Year Ever by Michael Hyatt
– Mike’s Newsletter + Book Notes
– Bookworm 28: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
– Overlap by Sean McCabe
– Unique Ability
– The Productivity Show w/ David Kolbe
– Kolbe Type A Assessment
– Scaling Up by Vern Harnish
– Rocket.Chat
– Zoom
– seanwes podcast: The Communication Episode
– It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work by Jason Fried & David Heinemeier Hansson
– OFScripts (Github)
– Platform by Michael Hyatt
– Being Mortal by Atul Gawande
– The One Thing by Gary Keller & Jay Papasan
– Bookworm 42: How to Read a Book
– Bookworm 50: 2018 Draft
– Bookworm Club
– Leave a Review

Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

57: Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely Nov 21, 2018

When it comes to making decisions, we like to think we’re capable of making smart, rational choices. But are we? Tune in to find out why Dan Ariely believe our irrational behavior is completely predictable – and what you can do about it.

Links
– Free Agents w/ Joe Buhlig
– Day One
– MoodNotes
– Mike’s MoodNotes Shortcut
– The Economist
– Bookworm 56: Hyperfocus by (and with) Chris Bailey
– Your Money or Your Life by Vicki Robin
– Overlap by Sean McCabe
– It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work by Jason Fried & David Heinemeier Hansson
– Faith-Based Productivity
– Mike’s Newsletter + Book Notes
– Psychology Today (Emotional Hijacking)
– Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely
– Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time by Jeff Sutherland
– Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End by Atul Gawande
– Bookworm Club
– Book list
– Leave a Review

Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 2.5

56: Hyperfocus by (and with) Chris Bailey Nov 06, 2018

Focus is a hot topic, but there’s more to it then just turning off Twitter and blocking out distractions. Today’s book shows us how to manage our focus, helps us understand how it works, and shows us how to recharge it when it gets low. Author Chris Bailey joins us at the end to talk about writing Hyperfocus, what he learned from the process, and which mechanical keyboard is the best.

Chris Bailey on The Productivity Show
Bookworm, Episode 12: The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey
Bookworm, Episode 7: Deep Work by Cal Newport
Bookworm, Episode 38: Mindset by Carol Dweck
Freedom.to
OmniFocus
MailMate
Evernote
Notion
Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon
Bookworm, Episode 8: The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr, Tony Schwartz
Das Keyboard
A Life of Productivity
Hyperfocus by Chris Bailey
The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey
Bookworm Club

Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 4.5

55: The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor Oct 18, 2018

Happy people are productive people, but can you really choose to be happy? Things may not always happen for the best, but in today’s episode Mike & Joe figure out how and why some people are able to make the best of the things that happen.

OWC Thunderbolt 3 dock
Mac Power Users
MailMate
Todoist Dark Mode trailer
Things Dark Mode announcement
Asian Efficiency Core Values
Evernote
Notion
Day One
Ulysses
Drafts
Rosemary Orchard
OmniFocus
MacSparky OmniFocus Field Guide
Learn OmniFocus
The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor
Work Clean by Dan Charnas (Bookworm)
Joe’s Meditation Tweet
Tips for Reluctant Meditators
VIA Survey (Assessment from book)
Kolbe Type A
StrengthsFinder 2.0
Unique Ability
ProCourse
Decisive by Chip & Dan Heath (Bookworm)
Boundaries by Henry Cloud (Bookworm)
The Mask of Zorro (IMDB)
The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg (Bookworm)
Grit by Angela Duckworth (Bookworm)
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl (Bookworm)
Hyperfocus by Chris Bailey
Chris Bailey (The Productivity Show)
Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely
Personal Kanban by Jim Benson
The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien
The Everlasting Stream by Walt Harrington
Scrum by Jeff Sutherland
Bookworm Club

Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 4.5

54: Work Clean by Dan Charnas Oct 04, 2018

Can the world of professional chefs teach us anything about productivity? Joe and Mike seem to agree with Dan Charnas and say, yes. Mis-en-place!

MPU Talk
OmniFocus
Spark
Mailmate
Work Clean by Dan Chamas
The Way We’re Working Isn’t Working by Tony Schwartz
Bookworm on Deep Work
10% Happier by Dan Harris
Mikes on Mics
David Sparks
Learn OmniFocus
Sharpen the Saw
Eat That Frog! by Brian Tracy
The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor
Hyperfocus by Chris Bailey
Atomic Habits By James Clear
Love is the Killer App by Tim Sanders
Bookworm Club
Recommend a Book
Bookworm Book List

Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

53: Boundaries by Henry Cloud Sep 05, 2018

Should you set limits on what you’ll do with and for other people? And if so, what should those lines be? And do those limits have a place in the church?

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 3.5

52: The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg Aug 24, 2018

Up to 40% of our daily actions are influenced by our habits, but how do you actually influence them? In this episode, Joe & Mike dive into The Power of Habit and discover the secret to lasting positive change.

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Mike's Rating: 3.5
Cory's Rating: 4.0

51: Great at Work by Morten Hansen Jul 18, 2018

There is a myth in the workplace that says we need to work longer hours to achieve more and do so with higher quality. But this is purely a myth and there’s a lot of science to prove it.

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

50: 2018 Bookworm Draft Jul 05, 2018

If you listen to Bookworm as a way to filter your book list, then this episode will blow your mind. Joe and Mike pick their top ten books draft-style. They’re not necessarily Bookworm books either. Also included: a special surprise.

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49: Peak by Anders Ericsson Jun 24, 2018

What does it take to become the best? And what do the world’s greatest do that puts them at the top? And how does that translate into our day to day lives?

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

48: How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie May 30, 2018

It’s time for another classic that both Mike and Joe are a bit embarrassed they haven’t read previously. And it turns out to be a book where the title doesn’t do it justice.

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The Innovator’s Dilemma by Clayton Christensen
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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 5.0

47: The Three Big Questions for a Frantic Family by Patrick Lencioni May 09, 2018

Should you think about your family in the same way you think about an organization? And what are the ramifications of the answer to that question?

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Mike's Rating: 3.5
Cory's Rating: 4.0

46: Busy by Tony Crabbe Apr 18, 2018

Don’t have time to read books? Then listen to this! Joe and Mike jump into the topic of a busy culture and what we can do about it.

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 4.0

45: What’s Best Next by Matt Perman Apr 04, 2018

What does the Bible say about productivity? And how does this book compare to other productivity books?

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Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 3.5

44: Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl Mar 17, 2018

Knowing your purpose and finding meaning in life can save your life. This episode covers the challenging topic of World War II and escaping concentration camps alive.

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Mike’s statement about the book:

Why do we read books? Is it to learn how to do new things? Is it to be inspired by the actions of others? Is it simply to be entertained? I believe we read books for the experience. A good book, even a non-fiction book, takes you on a journey. It tells you a story, and evokes an emotion. A good book does not just speak at you, but it speaks to you. It challenges and motivates you. It makes you wrestle with the question of what would YOU do if you were placed in a similar situation. Would you have the courage to act heroically and save the day? Or would you give in to the pressure, the problems, and the pain? But the best books encourage you that it is at least possible for you to act heroically, that you at least have a chance to make the shot, rescue the princess, or save the day.

This book does just that, but I’m not even sure how. It’s not a work of fiction, but at times you wish it was. What I have difficulty comprehending is how Victor Frankly is able to maintain a positive attitude and a will to live in the circumstances that he describes. I’d like to think that I’d be able to act the same way – to help those who are suffering around me – but I’m not qualified to make such a statement. I can only hope and pray for that kind of strength, but Victor shows us that it is at least possible.

Not often do I find myself with nothing to say in response to an author, but that is indeed the case here. I am not qualified to challenge any of this great man’s opinions; I can only shut up and listen to what he has to say. And he has earned that right, to speak freely and to have those who are not tested in the fire of adversity pay attention. This is one of the best books I have ever read, and believe that everyone should read this. I am humbled and challenged to do better in my responses to my “problems,” even if they are insignificant compared to what Victor Frankl went through.

The Art of Exceptional Living by Jim Rohn
What’s Best Next by Matt Perman
Busy by Tony Crabbe
Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters by Meg Meeker
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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

43: Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Feb 22, 2018

Mike and Joe have mentioned Mihaly way too often. So it’s about time they covered his book and discussed it directly.

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Joe’s book template:

Originally published:
Version read:

Why read it?

What is the book about as a whole?
What is being said in detail, and how?
Is the book true, in whole or part?
What of it? Why?

Key terms:

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Deep Work by Cal Newport
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30 Lessons for Living by Karl Pillemer
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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 4.0

42: How to Read a Book by Mortimer Adler Jan 31, 2018

It’s finally here. An episode about how to read a book. And what better way to cover the topic than to read a book about it.

168 hours by Laura Vanderkam
David Sparks on Hyper-scheduling
The Kolbe A Index
Conative Connection by Kathy Kobe
How to Read a Book by Mortimer Adler
Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams
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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

41: 168 Hours by Laura Vanderkam Jan 16, 2018

Where does your time go? And do you actually spend it where you think you do? These are tough questions when you dive into it, which is exactly what Mike and Joe do.

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Managing Oneself by Peter Drucker
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You Need a Budget by Jesse Mecham
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30 Lessons for Living by Karl Pillemer
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Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 3.5

40: The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron Jan 02, 2018

Morning Pages has been an intriguing concept to both Mike and Joe. So they finally jump into the source of the practice. There’s a time commitment involved but they both seem okay with that.

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Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 4.5

39: The 4 Disciplines of Execution by Chris McChesney, Jim Huling, Sean Covey Dec 26, 2017

This round we learn why Mike doesn’t care for this book. Joe picked it only because it’s been popular and it was a listener recommendation. But that doesn’t affect their ratings at all.

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The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni

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Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

38: Mindset by Carol Dweck Dec 19, 2017

Your mindset can change how you respond to pretty much everything. The question is whether or not yours is a good one or a bad one. But there are also ways to change them, which is what Mike and Joe go over this week.

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The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday

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Make Your Bed by William H. McRaven

The Art of Asking by Amanda Palmer

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Deep Work by Cal Newport

The 4 Disciplines of Execution by Sean Covey

The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron

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Work the System by Sam Carpenter

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

37: Antifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb Nov 29, 2017

Is it possible that attempting to break a thing can make it genuinely stronger? Also, Mike is back on OmniFocus. Who knew?

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ConvertKit | Email Marketing for Professional Bloggers

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Out of Our Minds by Ken Robinson

Mindset by Carol S. Dweck

The 4 Disciplines of Execution by Sean Covey, Chris McChesney, Jim Huling

Make Your Bed by William H. McRaven

Perennial Seller by Ryan Holiday

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Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 3.5

36: Paid to Think by David Goldsmith Oct 19, 2017

It's time to tackle our latest textbook. It was a listener recommendation and has a lot to talk about. So we're glad this episode didn't end up being 5 hours long.

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Mindset by Carol S. Dweck

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

35: The Art of Asking by Amanda Palmer Oct 02, 2017

Mike has a bone to pick with Joe on this one. Let's just say this was a very fun, passionate conversation about a book that turned out to be much different than expected.

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Love Is the Killer App by Tim Sanders

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Mike's Rating: 2.0
Cory's Rating: 3.5

34: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Sep 14, 2017

This week Mike and Joe talk about money. And they talk about thinking about attracting money. We know. Complicated. But it rates well.

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

33: The Legend of the Monk and the Merchant by Terry Felber Aug 16, 2017

This show comes with a disclaimer as Mike and Joe talk about faith, the church, and business. There are fine lines and lots of opinions on all of these.

The Legend of the Monk and the Merchant by Terry Felber

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The Blessed Life by Robert Morris

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Do Over by Jon Acuff

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.5

32: The Art of Thinking Clearly by Rolf Dobelli Aug 02, 2017

This week Mike and Joe talk about the cognitive biases that they struggle with and the ones they are fascinated by. And it seems there are a lot of these. So picking a few is not as easy as it sounds.

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Roger Bussell’s Poetry

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Whims That Work: Burn Energy, Gain Energy

Influence by Robert B. Cialdini

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The Art of Thinking Clearly by Rolf Dobelli

Mike’s mindmap of The Art of Thinking Clearly

The Legend of the Monk and the Merchant by Terry Felber

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Getting Things Done by Edwin Bliss

Confessions of the Pricing Man by Hermann Simon

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Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

31: The Power of a Positive No by William Ury Jul 14, 2017

Saying No. It’s something neither Mike nor Joe enjoy doing but know they need to embrace. The question is whether or not they can bring themselves to do it.

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Whims That Work: Burn Energy, Gain Energy

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Theoretical Accountability: 13: Season 2 Goals

SELF Journal – Goal Setting Planner | BestSelf Co. – BestSelfCo

10% Happier by Dan Harris

Design Pickle – Unlimited Graphic Design – 14-Day Risk Free Guarantee

The Power of a Positive No by William Ury

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Vision & Mission – Corporate Profile – About Samsung – Samsung

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The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 4.0

30: The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni (with Josh Rensch) Jun 30, 2017

This round Mike and Joe are joined by Joe’s other podcast co-host, Josh Rensch, to discuss the challenging dysfunctions that teams can be plagued by. It turns out that Josh has a rough backstory about his introduction to this book.

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Whims That Work

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni

Creativity, Inc. by Ed Catmull, Amy Wallace

Decisive by Chip Heath, Dan Heath

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The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone

Take the Stairs by Rory Vaden

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The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson

The Three Big Questions for a Frantic Family by Patrick Lencioni

Energy Leadership by Bruce D. Schneider

The Way We’re Working Isn’t Working by Tony Schwartz, Jean Gomes, Catherine McCarthy

The Three Signs Of A Miserable Job by Patrick Lencioni

The Shallows by Nicholas Carr

Tools of Titans by Timothy Ferriss

The Art of Thinking Clearly by Rolf Dobelli

An Illustrated Book of Bad Arguments by Ali Almossawi, Alejandro Giraldo

Bad Choices by Ali Almossawi

Talk Like TED by Carmine Gallo

Amazon.com: Do You Talk Funny? by David Nihill

Getting to No by Erwin W. Lutzer, Stephen Arterburn

Speak Like Churchill, Stand Like Lincoln by James C. Humes

Thank You For Arguing by Jay Heinrichs

Josh Rensch

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Mike’s Rating: 5.0
Joe’s Rating: 4.0
Josh’s Rating: 4.0

29: The Go-Getter by Peter Kyne Jun 22, 2017

Going after a task with unending motivation. This is something a go-getter has and that Joe and Mike struggled with.

Mike’s tweet that started it all

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Overcome the Limitations of GTD to Get Things Done By Using the 2Do App (TPS137)

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MailMate

How a Themed Schedule Can Help You Stay on Task – Workshifting

The Go-Getter by Peter B. Kyne

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni

The Power of a Positive No by William Ury

Make Your Bed by William H. McRaven

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Mike's Rating: 3.5
Cory's Rating: 4.0

28: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey Jun 07, 2017

It’s time for a classic that both Mike and Joe have failed to read until now. But they have completed their duty and are no longer in the dark.

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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey

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My Morning Routine

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The Go-Getter by Peter B. Kyne

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni

Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett, Dave Evans

Do You Talk Funny? by David Nihill

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 4.5

27: Out of Our Minds by Ken Robinson May 29, 2017

How do you be creative and does the traditional school system train creativity out of our kids? These are hard questions but this week Joe and Mike explore them.

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26: The Sleep Revolution by Arianna Huffington

Sketchnotes – Designer Mike Rohde

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Out of Our Minds by Ken Robinson

Ken Robinson: Do schools kill creativity? | TED Talk

Hackschooling makes me happy | Logan LaPlante | TEDxUniversityofNevada – YouTube

Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon

A LEGO Brickumentary

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey

The Go-Getter by Peter B. Kyne

Hustle by Neil Patel, Patrick Vlaskovits, Jonas Koffler

The Problem of Pain by C. S. Lewis

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Mike's Rating: 2.5
Cory's Rating: 2.5

26: The Sleep Revolution by Arianna Huffington May 10, 2017

Sleep. A lot goes on when we’re not awake. This round Mike and Joe go through their experiences and struggles with getting rest.

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Trove AI (Previously Notion)

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Grit: The power of passion and perseverance | TED Talk

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Philips HF3520 Wake-Up Light With Colored Sunrise Simulation

‎Mind Sweep Trigger List

7” Time Timer Plus

OK to Wake! Alarm Clock & Night-Light

Out of Our Minds by Ken Robinson

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey

The End of Absence by Michael Harris

DotCom Secrets by Russell Brunson, Dan Kennedy

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 5.0

**25: Grit by Angela Duckworth** May 03, 2017
Powering through things we don’t want to do. That’s what Angela Duckworth helps us do with this week’s book, Grit.

Specialty Gourmet Coffees – Custom Roasting Inc.

Theoretical Accountability

Gary Vaynerchuk

GTD Newsletter: Making Use of Weird Windows of Time

eProductivity

How to Effectively Read and Implement Books – Asian Efficiency

Let Your Biggest Problem Speed Up Your Reading

Nintendo Switch

Rhino figurine

DONATE – Day One AppleScript

Maria Popova on Writing, Workflow, and Workarounds

Grit by Angela Duckworth

The Smart Passive Income Blog

The Sleep Revolution by Arianna Huffington

Out of Our Minds by Ken Robinson

Steal the Show by Michael Port

The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 5.0

24: Step by Chris Capehart (with Chris Capehart) Apr 12, 2017

This week we’re joined by the author himself, Chris Capehart, to discuss his book Step and the impact a single action forward can have on your dreams.

Chris Capehart

Step by Chris Capehart

HipChat

Slack

Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek

The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone

Grit by Angela Duckworth

The Sleep Revolution by Arianna Huffington

The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell, Bill Moyers

Unsubscribe by Jocelyn K. Glei

The War of Art by Steven Pressfield

chriscapehart.co

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23: Rhinoceros Success by Scott Alexander Apr 05, 2017

Let’s be rhinos! It’s an interesting concept and this round Mike and Joe discuss the implications of becoming a 6,000 lb rhinoceros.

OmniFocus on Android

2Do

Due: The Superfast Reminder App for iPhone & iPad

Roadmap for the Omni Group

Rhinoceros Success by Scott Alexander

Step by Chris Capehart

Grit by Angela Duckworth

The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason

Inside the Criminal Mind by Stanton Samenow

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Joe’s Discussion Site

DONATE – Day One AppleScript

Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 4.5

22: The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone (with Shawn Blanc) Mar 22, 2017

This round Mike and Joe are joined by Shawn Blanc to talk about taking massive action with The 10X Rule.

The Focus Course

The Focus Course Blog

The Focus Course Book Club

Tools and Toys

The Sweet Setup

Shawn Blanc

The 4 Disciplines of Execution by Sean Covey, Chris McChesney, Jim Huling

The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone

The Millionaire Fastlane by MJ DeMarco

21: The Personal MBA by Josh Kaufman – Bookworm

The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran, Michael Lennington

Rhinoceros Success by Scott Alexander

Step by Chris Capehart

Predictable Success by Les McKeown

The Medium is the Massage by Marshall McLuhan

Unshakeable by Tony Robbins

The Focus Course Book Club

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Mike’s Rating: 5.0
Joe’s Rating: 4.0
Shawn’s Rating: 4.5

21: The Personal MBA by Josh Kaufman Mar 08, 2017

Let’s get an MBA (unofficial) without the big price tag. There are a lot of gems here but the format got under Joe’s skin.

Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson, Kenneth Blanchard

DONATE – Day One AppleScript

Day One CLI

The Personal MBA – Josh Kaufman

Shawn Blanc

Continual improvement process – Wikipedia

Complaint-Driven Development

How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie

The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone

Rhinoceros Success by Scott Alexander

Starting Strength by Mark Rippetoe

Mindfulness in Plain English by Bhante Henepola Gunaratana

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Joe’s Discussion Site

Discussion on The Checklist Manifesto

Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 4.0

20: Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson Feb 24, 2017

Mike dives head-first into the world of internet-connected light-bulbs. Joe doesn’t get it. And yet they both explore the world of moving cheese together.

Mike’s tweet on Hue

Philips Hue Light Bulb

Discourse League – paid group access

Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson

The Personal MBA – Josh Kaufman

Shawn Blanc

The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone

Cooked by Michael Pollan

Tools of Titans by Timothy Ferriss

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Mike's Rating: 3.0
Cory's Rating: 4.0

19: The Shallows by Nicholas Carr Feb 16, 2017

Does the use of internet devices change our brains? And if so, is it worth doing anything about? It’s a tough topic but Mike and Joe work their way through it.

Rocket Espresso

Day One – A simple and elegant journal for iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

The Shallows by Nicholas Carr

RescueTime – Time management software for staying productive and happy in the modern workplace

Nurturing Competent Communicators – (the talk Joe on memorizing couldn’t remember)

Commonplace book – Wikipedia

Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson, Kenneth Blanchard

The Personal MBA – Josh Kaufman

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Mike's Rating: 3.5
Cory's Rating: 4.5

18: Decisive by Chip Heath, Dan Heath Jan 25, 2017

A new baby, a continuing morning phone addiction, and learning how to make better decisions. It’s all covered in this week’s episode.

Joe’s Update Reviews Script for OmniFocus

StrengthsFinder

The 12 Week Year – Bookworm

The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran, Michael Lennington

Decisive by Chip Heath, Dan Heath

Lexicon Branding – Brand Name Specialists

The Shallows by Nicholas Carr

Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson, Kenneth Blanchard

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

17: QBQ! The Question Behind The Question by John Miller Jan 11, 2017

It may not be your fault, but you can take responsibility for it. Mike and Joe discuss the role of personal accountability in our lives and asking ourselves better questions.

StrengthsFinder

QBQ! The Question Behind the Question by John G. Miller

Dave Ramsey

Lore

Aaron Mahnke on Twitter

Heil PR-40

Rode Podcaster

Serenity Prayer – Wikipedia

Decisive by Chip Heath, Dan Heath

The Shallows by Nicholas Carr

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Mike's Rating: 3.5
Cory's Rating: 4.5

16: The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande Jan 04, 2017

Mike loves his coffee and he’s trying to drag Joe along. But that still doesn’t stop them from talking checklists and the power they hold.

Ruby Coffee Roasters

Bitsbox – Super Powers Kit

The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande

BrainChains by Theo Compernolle

QBQ! The Question Behind the Question by John G. Miller

Dave Ramsey

Decisive by Chip Heath and Dan Heath

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 5.0

15: BrainChains by Theo Compernolle Dec 07, 2016

BrainChains was a listener recommendation that taught Mike and Joe a lot about how technology affects our minds. From attention to focus, it’s all covered.

Zencastr

14: The 12 Week Year by Brian Moran, Michael Lennington – Bookworm

12: The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey – Bookworm

BrainChains by Theo Compernolle

Influence by Robert B. Cialdini

How to Get Things Done at Coffee Shops and Cafes

Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones

Auto-Archiving Emails in Gmail

f.lux

Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon

The Sleep Revolution by Arianna Huffington

The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande

QBQ! The Question Behind the Question by John G. Miller

Dave Ramsey

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Mike's Rating: 3.5
Cory's Rating: 3.0

14: The 12 Week Year by Brian Moran, Michael Lennington Nov 23, 2016

If you’re looking for a way to set goals and achieve a year’s worth of work in 12 weeks, then The 12 Week Year is an excellent choice and structure to try.

The Day On Paper – joebuhlig.com

The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran, Michael Lennington

Asian Efficiency Dojo

Training Yourself to Get to Work, the Pavlovian Way – Extratextuals

BrainChains

The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 4.0

13: Managing Oneself by Peter Drucker Nov 09, 2016

One of the most valuable tasks you can begin is the development of your self-awareness. This week Mike and Joe delve into the questions posed by Peter Drucker that prompt you to learn how to manage yourself.

12: The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey – Bookworm

Mike’s Launch Center Pro Journaling Action

Sean Wes

Managing Oneself by Peter Drucker

Cortex – Relay FM

Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud, Dr. John Townsend

Shelf on the App Store

The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran, Michael Lennington

BrainChains by Theo Compernolle

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Mike's Rating: 5.0
Cory's Rating: 5.0

12: The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey Oct 26, 2016

Mike and Joe get a breath of fresh air with a book on productivity. There are a lot of tips here that they’ve both practiced for years but learned a lot regardless.

TWSBI Diamond 580 Fountain Pen

Koine Greek

Bullet Journal

The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey

TPS35: A Year of Productivity w/ Chris Bailey – Asian Efficiency

A Life of Productivity – Chris Bailey’s Blog

Easy scheduling | Doodle

The Focus Course

Managing Oneself by Peter Drucker

The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran, Michael Lennington

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 4.5

11: The Innovator’s Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen Oct 12, 2016

Mike almost put this one down. The business principles discussed are vital but the book itself was a challenge.

Escape Your Email Course by Asian Efficiency

The Innovator’s Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen

RIM Responds to Apple’s ‘Distortion Field’

Daring Fireball: BlackBerry vs. iPhone

Made by Google

The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey

Managing Oneself by Peter Drucker

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 3.0

**10: Start With Why by Simon Sinek** Sep 28, 2016
This week Mike and Joe talk about the value of finding a “why” in everything we do and what happens when companies start with “how” or “what.”

Daring Greatly by Brené Brown

Start with Why by Simon Sinek

Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek

Apple’s 1984 ad – YouTube

Apple’s Think Different ad – YouTube

The Golden Circle:

Simon Sinek: How great leaders inspire action – TED Talk

The Law of Diffusion of Innovation:

The Innovator’s Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen

The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey

TPS35: A Year of Productivity w/ Chris Bailey – Asian Efficiency

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 4.0

**10: Start With Why by Simon Sinek** Sep 28, 2016
This week Mike and Joe talk about the value of finding a “why” in everything we do and what happens when companies start with “how” or “what.”

Daring Greatly by Brené Brown

Start with Why by Simon Sinek

Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek

Apple’s 1984 ad – YouTube

Apple’s Think Different ad – YouTube

The Golden Circle:

Simon Sinek: How great leaders inspire action – TED Talk

The Law of Diffusion of Innovation:

The Innovator’s Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen

The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey

TPS35: A Year of Productivity w/ Chris Bailey – Asian Efficiency

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 4.0

9: Daring Greatly by Brené Brown Sep 14, 2016

We’re trying a different flavor of book this time and discussing our relationships and feelings with Brené Brown’s Daring Greatly.

8: The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr, Tony Schwartz – Bookworm

Daring Greatly by Brené Brown

Brené Brown – Researcher + Storyteller

Brené Brown: The power of vulnerability – TED Talk

Brené Brown: Listening to shame – TED Talk

Citizenship in a Republic – Wikipedia

Joe’s OmniFocus Course

3: The War Of Art by Steven Pressfield – Bookworm

OmniFocus Video Field Guide — MacSparky

Getting Things Done by David Allen

Start with Why by Simon Sinek

The Innovator’s Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen

Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek

Simon Sinek: How great leaders inspire action – TED Talk

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Mike's Rating: 4
Cory's Rating: 4.5

Engagement Pyramid — **8: The Power Of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr, Tony Schwartz** Aug 31, 2016
When you step out beyond time management you land in the world of energy management. It’s a simple concept that is drastically different for everyone embarking on the journey.

The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr, Tony Schwartz

Born for This by Chris Guillebeau

The Blessed Life by Robert Morris

Deep Work by Cal Newport

Joe’s OmniFocus Course

Joe’s Discussion Site

The Power of Story by Jim Loehr

Rituals Course by Asian Efficiency

Review of The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz – Asian Efficiency

Energy Pyramid:

Energy Quadrants:

Asian Efficiency’s Core Values

Schmitz Family Manifesto:

Jared Picker: pickej48@gmail.com

Buhlig Family Mission:

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi – Wikipedia

Daring Greatly by Brené Brown

Start with Why by Simon Sinek

Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek

Brené Brown: The power of vulnerability – TED Talk

Brené Brown: Listening to shame – TED Talk

Simon Sinek: How great leaders inspire action – TED Talk

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Remarks – Social Podcasting

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 3.5

**8: The Power Of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr, Tony Schwartz** Aug 31, 2016
When you step out beyond time management you land in the world of energy management. It’s a simple concept that is drastically different for everyone embarking on the journey.

The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr, Tony Schwartz

Born for This by Chris Guillebeau

The Blessed Life by Robert Morris

Deep Work by Cal Newport

Joe’s OmniFocus Course

Joe’s Discussion Site

The Power of Story by Jim Loehr

Rituals Course by Asian Efficiency

Review of The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz – Asian Efficiency

Energy Pyramid:

Energy Quadrants:

Asian Efficiency’s Core Values

Schmitz Family Manifesto:

Jared Picker: pickej48@gmail.com

Buhlig Family Mission:

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi – Wikipedia

Daring Greatly by Brené Brown

Start with Why by Simon Sinek

Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek

Brené Brown: The power of vulnerability – TED Talk

Brené Brown: Listening to shame – TED Talk

Simon Sinek: How great leaders inspire action – TED Talk

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Bookworm Book List

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Remarks – Social Podcasting

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 3.5

7: Deep Work by Cal Newport Aug 17, 2016

Mike has a new Apple device despite his minimizing efforts and Joe has finally done something about his email issue.

Mike’s tweet on #NationalBookLoversDay

Twitter Moments

Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek

The More of Less by Joshua Becker

Deep Work by Cal Newport

Cal Newport – Author of Deep Work, Study Hacks Blog

Quip

A Year Without Extra Screens – Joe Buhlig

Getting Things Done by David Allen

Adam Grant

1: Getting Things Done by David Allen – Bookworm

2: The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal – Bookworm

Working With OmniFocus – A repository of videos about OmniFocus

The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday

How a Themed Schedule Can Help You Stay on Task – Workshifting

NeuYear Calendar

Shawn Blanc webinar – Learn OmniFocus

The ONE Thing by Gary Keller, Jay Papasan

Joe’s Discussion site

Discourse

The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr, Tony Schwartz

Daring Greatly by Brené Brown

Recommend A Book

Bookworm Book List

Remarks – Social Podcasting

Remarks on the App Store

Twitter List of Authors

Leave a review on iTunes

Mike's Rating: 5
Cory's Rating: 5

Mike's Keyboard — **6: The More Of Less by Joshua Becker** Aug 03, 2016
This week Mike and Joe talk about cutting back and simplifying life with Joshua Becker’s book *The More Of Less*.

Recommend A Book

Mechanical Keyboards

Das Keyboard

Mike’s Keyboard:

Dvorak Simplified Keyboard – Wikipedia

Cortex #29: Dvorak – Relay FM

The More of Less by Joshua Becker

Joshua Becker’s site – Becoming Minimalist

Become a Minimalist with Joshua Becker – The Productivity Show

Think Better, Live Better Event

Simple Living – Wikipedia

5: Essentialism by Greg McKeown – Bookworm

The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo

Macstock Conference & Expo

Joe writes articles by hand

Thou Shalt Hustle by Mike Schmitz

The Hope Effect

Deep Work by Cal Newport

The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr, Tony Schwartz

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Remarks – Social Podcasting

Remarks on the App Store

Twitter List of Authors

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Mike's Rating: 4
Cory's Rating: 4

5: Essentialism by Greg McKeown Jul 27, 2016

Joe gets too much email, Mike thinks he should hide his email address, and they both have an interest in saying “no” more often.

Recommend A Book

Drew Coffman’s article – Removing Resistance

BrettTerpstra.com

Systematic 129: Inappropriately Engaged with David Allen

BrainChains by Theo Compernolle

The Organized Mind by Daniel J. Levitin

Macstock Conference & Expo

Joe’s Book on OmniFocus

Mike’s Session on OmniFocus

Essentialism by Greg McKeown

Bluetooth Audio Adapter

Thou Shalt Hustle by Mike Schmitz

The Productivity Show – Asian Efficiency

Cortex – Relay FM

The Eisenhower Matrix

Shawn Blanc

2: The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal – Bookworm

The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal

Boundaries by Henry Cloud, John Townsend

4: The Obstacle Is The Way by Ryan Holiday – Bookworm

OmniFocus script for reading books

The More of Less by Joshua Becker

Deep Work by Cal Newport

Bookworm Book List

Recommend A Book

Twitter List of Authors

Remarks – Social Podcasting

Remarks on the App Store

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 5

4: The Obstacle Is The Way by Ryan Holiday Jul 20, 2016

We all deal with something painful in our lives. And although they are hard to talk about, it’s these obstacles that strengthen us for the future.

Recommend A Book

The Obstacle Is The Way by Ryan Holiday

The War of Art by Steven Pressfield

3: The War Of Art by Steven Pressfield – Bookworm

John D. Rockefeller – Wikipedia

Ulysses S. Grant – Wikipedia

Abraham Lincoln – Wikipedia

Sangfroid

Solar Flaring to Overcome Procrastination

2: The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal – Bookworm

1: Getting Things Done by David Allen – Bookworm

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy – Movie

Stoicism – Wikipedia

Theodore Roosevelt – Wikipedia

Essentialism by Greg McKeown

The More of Less by Joshua Becker

Bookworm Book List

Twitter List of Bookworm Authors

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Mike's Rating: 5
Cory's Rating: 4

3: The War Of Art by Steven Pressfield Jul 12, 2016

Whether it’s writing or building a business, we all struggle to put in the work to create. Mike and Joe discuss going pro with their art and overcoming resistance.

Calm App

Calm on the App Store

Don’t Break The Chain

The War of Art by Steven Pressfield

The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal, Ph.D

Mike’s Book

Joe’s Book

Jeff Goins – You Are A Writer

Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones

Shawn Blanc

The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday

Essentialism

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Mike's Rating: 4.5
Cory's Rating: 4.5

2: The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal Jul 07, 2016

Whether it’s overcoming an addiction to email or sticking to a diet, The Willpower Instinct is excellent at helping you develop the self-control to accomplish your goals.

Getting Things Done by David Allen

The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal, Ph.D

Kelly McGonigal’s TED Talk

Joe’s Book Index Process

Meditation Studio App

Meditation Studio on the App Store

Calm App

Calm on the App Store

Why Mark Zuckerberg wears the same clothes to work everyday

Moral licensing – Wikipedia

Dopamine – Wikipedia

The War of Art by Steven Pressfield

The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday

Mike's Rating: 4.0
Cory's Rating: 5

1: Getting Things Done by David Allen Jul 07, 2016

Welcome to Bookworm! To kick things off, we’ve reread a book we both rely on heavily in our lives, Getting Things Done by David Allen. This is the best discussion either of us have had about GTD in a long time.

Joe Buhlig

Mike Schmitz

33: Analog vs. Digital with Mike Schmitz

TPS57: Advanced OmniFocus Setup + Workflow w/ Joe Buhlig

Getting Things Done by David Allen

Defer Dates in OmniFocus

43 Folders – Merlin Mann

SaneBox – Email Management for Any Inbox

JIRA Software – Atlassian

Confluence – Atlassian

The Organized Mind by Daniel J. Levitin

Deep Work by Cal Newport