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Productivity Smarts

Productivity Smarts

De: Gerald J. Leonard
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Productivity Smarts is an audio podcast hosted by Gerald J. Leonard, a productivity expert who helps other professionals get more done. Each episode features an in-depth discussion or interview with top productivity experts, tips, and strategies to help you become more productive by leveraging neuroscience principles. Features: • Interviews with top productivity experts • Tips and strategies for getting more done • Interviews with people who are doing great things Benefits: • Learn how to get more done • Get inspired by others who are doing great things in their lives • Hear what they do to stay focused and motivated Want Free Personalized Coaching? Try My AI Neuro-Productivity Executive Coach GPT https://chatgpt.com/g/g-67f417d34dbc819187762515f7fb28ed-neuro-productivity-executive-coach-gpt Free Productivity Smarts Weekly Evaluation Worksheet https://go.productivityintelligenceinstitute.com/productivity-smarts-worksheet Every Goal Is A Project, and Everyone Is A Project Manager worksheet https://go.productivityintelligenceinstitute.com/every-goal-is-a-project Discover How To Set Goals, Build A High-Performing Team, & Increase Productivity.... Starting Today!” https://workshop.productivityintelligenceinstitute.com/optin1666905303826?_ga=2.21012029.741858075.1668537790-242233139.1659493194 www.productivitysmartspodcast.com2023 Desarrollo Personal Economía Exito Profesional Éxito Personal
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  • Episode 112 - Making Remote Work Healthy and Productive with Steven Puri

    Episode 112 - Making Remote Work Healthy and Productive with Steven Puri
    Jul 29 2025
    In this episode of Productivity Smarts, host Gerald J. Leonard chats with Steven Puri, a former Hollywood studio executive turned entrepreneur. Steven has worked on blockbuster films like Independence Day and Transformers, but today he’s focused on helping remote workers stay productive, happy, and focused through his company, Sukha. Steven shares his personal journey and what led him to rethink productivity. Instead of chasing long hours and constant hustle, he now believes in working with intention and finding flow. He talks about how our environment, like having a creative workspace, can really boost performance. Drawing from his Hollywood background, he explains how the same creative principles can apply to remote work. The conversation also dives into Sukha, an AI-powered tool he created to help people manage overwhelm. It helps users stay focused by organizing tasks, using music to encourage deep work, and creating simple, structured workflows. Throughout the episode, you’ll hear plenty of practical tips, like how to mentally “commute” to your home office, how to work in sync with your body’s natural energy patterns (your chronotype), and how to use AI as a support tool rather than a replacement for creativity. What We Discuss [02:01] Introduction to Steven Puri [05:49] Evolution of productivity: Then vs. now [09:22] Steven’s film industry background [11:24] Legacy and meaningful work [12:47] Flow state: Hollywood lessons for remote work [16:48] Environmental triggers and productivity barriers [19:44] Morning routines and focus [21:54] Leadership lessons from film for remote teams [28:30] Chronotypes and personal productivity rhythms [30:20] Maintaining boundaries in remote work [33:35] AI and the future of remote productivity [36:44] How to connect with Steven Notable Quotes [07:40] "Now, I really measure my productivity by the effect, not by how many hours I work." – Steven Puri [08:39] "I was just burning the candle at both ends and being really productive, but after I recovered, I realized I was more productive by being mindful and intentional." – Gerald J. Leonard [21:47] "You talk a lot about purpose and intention. These are powerful. When you apply them, powerful things happen." – Steven Puri [24:28] "It's always about the other thing. The part of your mind that does the cool, 'ooh, peanut butter and chocolate' — that can only function when you have something else to focus on." – Steven Puri [35:33] "It's not AI that's replacing you. It's people who know how to use AI. Because someone who really understands how to use it can do the work of 10 to 20 people." – Steven Puri Our Guest Steven Puri is the Founder and CEO of The Sukha Company with the mission to help millions of‬ people find their focus, achieve more and have a healthy work life.‬ Steven's career started as a newscaster/interviewer for the #1 youth news show in the‬ ‭DC/Baltimore market (on WTTG-TV) and then as a junior software engineer & Thomas J.‬ Watson Scholar at IBM. After attending USC in Los Angeles, he began working in film‬ ‭production and produced computer-generated visual effects for 14 movies including‬ Independence Day which won the Academy Award for Visual Effects.‬ Steven’s first tech company was Centropolis Effects that produced those CGI effects, and he‬ eventually sold it to the German media conglomerate Das Werk when he was 28.‬ Steven then produced some indie films and eventually went studio-side to develop and produce‬ live-action features as a VP of Development & Production at 20th Century Fox (running the Die‬ Hard and Wolverine franchises) and an EVP at DreamWorks Pictures for Kurtzman-Orci‬ Productions where he worked on Star Trek, Transformers and more.‬ Resources Steven Puri LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-puri Email: steven@sukha.co The Sukha Company: https://www.thesukha.co/ APP: https://app.thesukha.co/landing (Try free for 7 days) Productivity Smarts Podcast Website - productivitysmartspodcast.com Gerald J. Leonard Website - geraldjleonard.com Turnberry Premiere website - turnberrypremiere.com Scheduler - vcita.com/v/geraldjleonard Mentioned Book: Deep Work by Cal Newport Book: The Net and the Butterfly Film: Independence Day Film: Transformers Kiva is a loan, not a donation, allowing you to cycle your money and create a personal impact worldwide. https://www.kiva.org/lender/topmindshelpingtopminds
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  • Productivity Smarts 111 - The Psychology of Leadership with Sebastien Page

    Productivity Smarts 111 - The Psychology of Leadership with Sebastien Page
    Jul 22 2025
    In this episode of the Productivity Smarts Podcast, host Gerald J. Leonard sits down with Sebastien Page, bestselling author of The Psychology of Leadership, to explore how sports psychology, mindset, and positive habits can elevate leadership and productivity. Together, they unpack powerful concepts like the PERMA model from positive psychology, the Yerkes-Dodson curve on optimal stress levels, and the importance of core beliefs in shaping our perception and performance. Sebastien shares how conversations create brain chemistry that either enhances connection or sparks stress, and how communication and flow are critical to effective teamwork. They also examine the surprising science behind social synchronization, strategic patience in decision-making, and how reframing stress can lead to peak performance. Through personal stories and practical insights, Sebastien reveals why leadership is more about managing mindset than chasing perfection, and how athletes and leaders alike thrive not by avoiding pressure, but by harnessing it. Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, or team leader, this episode offers science-backed strategies and real-world advice for performing at your best. Don’t forget to check out Sebastian’s book and subscribe for more productivity wisdom every week! What We Discuss [00:00] Introduction to Sebastien Page [04:32] The underrated power of communication [05:38] Conversational intelligence and brain chemistry [07:07] Writing the book after hitting a wall with stress [08:45] Sports psychology and redefining success [15:53] Seligman’s PERMA model and leadership application [18:13] Driving meaning, engagement, and relationships at work [22:54] Flow state: what it is and how leaders can spark it [29:04] Core beliefs, team alignment, and upgrading your mindset [33:44] The reticular activating system and what we choose to see [35:56] Understanding the Yerkes-Dodson curve and stress optimization [43:15] Control theory, decision-making, and strategic patience [48:19] Where to find Sebastien and get the book [49:27] Closing and call to action Notable Quotes [04:32] "I just came across a study, Gerald, about how much IQ matters to your lifetime earnings... it shows that after controlling for factors like personality and grit, your IQ accounts for 1 to 2% of your lifelong earnings. Just think about that." – Sebastien Page [05:14] "Business is a team sport. No matter how good you are, if you can't pass the ball, you're not going to be welcome on the team and you're not going to contribute." – Sebastien Page [11:17] "Sports psychology is not about winning, it's about losing." – Sebastien Page [12:26] "The myth of effortless excellence is just that, it's a myth." – Sebastien Page [36:30] "Optimal performance does not occur at a stress level of zero, which means that stress activation can increase performance up to a point." – Sebastien Page [45:04] "Strategic patience is an unbelievably underrated leadership skill. The ability to not make a decision and wait it out and see what happens." – Sebastian Page Our Guest Sebastien Page is a bestselling author, leadership thinker, and head of a $500 billion investment business. In his book The Psychology of Leadership, Sebastien blends neuroscience, sports psychology, and behavioral science to help individuals and teams unlock their full potential. He's also recognized as a Top Voice on LinkedIn, where he shares practical, research-backed insights on leadership and self-improvement. Resources Sebastien Page LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastien-page/ Book: The Psychology of Leadership Productivity Smarts Podcast Website - productivitysmartspodcast.com Gerald J. Leonard Website - geraldjleonard.com Turnberry Premiere website - turnberrypremiere.com Scheduler - vcita.com/v/geraldjleonard Kiva is a loan, not a donation, allowing you to cycle your money and create a personal impact worldwide. https://www.kiva.org/lender/topmindshelpingtopminds
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  • Productivity Smarts 110 - Lessons for Living Large with Barbara Stone

    Productivity Smarts 110 - Lessons for Living Large with Barbara Stone
    Jul 15 2025
    In this episode of Productivity Smarts, host Gerald J. Leonard chats with leadership coach and author Barbara Stone about her book So Much to Drool About, which uses stories of her Great Danes to teach life lessons on productivity, resilience, and living with purpose. Barbara shares how aligning with personal values and embracing a growth mindset can transform both personal and professional life. She highlights the importance of gratitude, morning routines, and perspective-shifting techniques to overcome challenges. The conversation delves into overcoming limiting beliefs, with Barbara emphasizing the power of dreaming and stepping out of "crates" (comfort zones) to achieve growth. She also discusses her leadership model, which focuses on self-awareness, partnership, and coaching. Listeners will gain practical tips, such as reframing mistakes as learning opportunities and building resilience through alignment with workplace values. Barbara’s infectious energy and wisdom remind us that life is "to be drooled over"—full of potential for those willing to embrace courage and clarity. Tune in for inspiration to unlock your productivity and live large! What We Discuss [00:00] Introduction to Barbara Stone [02:44] Book introduction: So Much to Drool About [08:51] Living large and leading with values [10:37] Book inspiration and wisdom statements [11:24] Positive thinking and brain science [15:53] Coaching clients through stuckness [21:15] Overcoming limiting beliefs and growth mindset [25:43] Dreaming, affirmations, and quantum flirts [29:04] Building a morning routine filled with gratitude and inspiration [34:16] Life lessons from the book [37:50] Where to find the author and closing remarks Notable Quotes [06:22] “I want people to pick up this book to be inspired and to drool over life, because life is amazing.” – Barbara Stone [09:47] "I truly believe that it's our right to live into our values and live into our purpose. The Danes live large. They be who they need to be, and they show up as they need." – Barbara Stone [22:20] "If you could start thinking about, well, what if, and start searching for what might be possible, you start growing." – Barbara Stone [32:40] "We literally have the ability to program how we're going to see the world." – Gerald J. Leonard [35:04] "Amidst tempting choices, choose wisely. The path to satisfaction lies in the decision that nourishes both your body and soul." – Barbara Stone [35:46] "I give myself the grace to make mistakes. They're often fuel for growth and canvas for learning." – Barbara Stone Our Guest Barbara Stone is a leadership development coach, author, speaker, and founder of BarbStone.com. With a passion for emotional intelligence, personal growth, and helping others lead with purpose, Barbara draws from both her professional expertise and personal experiences—including life with her four Great Danes—to inspire transformation in others. Her book, So Much to Drool About: Lessons for Living Large, blends storytelling, self-reflection, and leadership insights through the eyes of her beloved dogs. Barbara is also a TEDx speaker, social-emotional learning advocate, and an enthusiastic supporter of personal alignment and purposeful living. Resources Barbara Stone Website: https://barbstone.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barb-stone Book: So Much to Drool About: Lessons for Living Large Productivity Smarts Podcast Website - productivitysmartspodcast.com Gerald J. Leonard Website - geraldjleonard.com Turnberry Premiere website - turnberrypremiere.com Scheduler - vcita.com/v/geraldjleonard Kiva is a loan, not a donation, allowing you to cycle your money and create a personal impact worldwide. https://www.kiva.org/lender/topmindshelpingtopminds
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