The Productivity Show

Learn why systems… not motivation… drive consistent progress. We explore shifting from goal-chasing to system-building through small structural changes. Discover how a “never skip twice” rule and systematic relationship management can lead to long-term results without relying on willpower. Stop waiting for inspiration and start building the engine that powers your productivity every single day. Get Notion, now with Notion Agent at notion.com/tps. Visit www.asianefficiency.com for more productivity tips and tactics. Links: Become a member of TPS+ and get ad-free episodes a week before anyone else with other great bonuses like the famous “One Tweak A Week” shirt. Notion Agent 25X Productivity Coaching If you enjoyed this episode, follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Overcast, Pocket Casts or your favorite podcast player. It’s easy, you’ll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show. You can also leave a review!

Are you tired of the “goal-chasing” treadmill? In this episode, we dive deep into systems thinking—the secret behind consistent progress and long-term results. We explore why goals often lead to “pre-success failure” and how shifting your focus to daily systems, feedback loops, and structural changes can transform your productivity. Learn how to decompose complex tasks, build pipelines for scale, and create the ultimate form of consistency in your life and business. Get Notion, now with Notion Agent at notion.com/tps. Get 20% off your first order: dripdrop.com and use promo code tps. Visit www.asianefficiency.com for more productivity tips and tactics. Cheat Sheet: Become a member of TPS+ and get ad-free episodes a week before anyone else with other great bonuses like the famous “One Tweak A Week” shirt. How did we get ourselves into this situation?! [00:29] Top 3 Productivity Resources [02:30] Why traditional goal-setting might actually be holding you back [04:25] The hidden mechanics behind systems that actually work [13:34] How Thanh uses AI to turn reflection into a real-time feedback loop [28:49] The real reason most systems fail—and how to make yours stick [32:09] Links: DripDrop (promo code tps) Notion Agent 25X Productivity Coaching Thinking in Systems by Donella Meadows The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement by Eliyahu Goldratt The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins (Cassie Phillips poem) The Diary of a CEO with Daniel Priestly Black Box Thinking: Growth Mindset and the Secrets of High Performance Productivity Academy The Productivity Show on Youtube The Productivity Show Youtube Clips Become a member of TPS+ Take the Productivity Quiz If you enjoyed this episode, follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Overcast, Pocket Casts or your favorite podcast player. It’s easy, you’ll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show. You can also leave a review!

Juggling multiple roles? This Wisdom Wednesday, I’m sharing practical weekly planning strategies to help you stay on top of everything without feeling overwhelmed. Discover how to free up mental space, make time for deep thinking, and build flexibility into your week so you can thrive in all your responsibilities. Learn how to plan smarter, not harder, and reclaim your weekends. Get 20% off your first order: dripdrop.com and use promo code tps. Links: Become a member of TPS+ and get ad-free episodes a week before anyone else with other great bonuses like the famous “One Tweak A Week” shirt. DripDrop 25X Productivity Coaching If you enjoyed this episode, follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Overcast, Pocket Casts or your favorite podcast player. It’s easy, you’ll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show. You can also leave a review!

Have you ever wondered why we’re so motivated on January 1st but lose steam by February? In this episode, we dive into the “Fresh Start Effect” from Katy Milkman’s book How to Change. We explore how psychological clean slates—like Mondays, birthdays, or even a new notebook—can reset your identity and boost motivation. However, fresh starts have a hidden downside: they can actually derail high performers. We’ll show you how to strategically time your resets and use environmental changes to unlock new behaviors without losing your hard-earned momentum. Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/tps. Get 20% off your first order: dripdrop.com and use promo code tps. Visit asianefficiency.com for more productivity tips and tactics. Cheat Sheet: Become a member of TPS+ and get ad-free episodes a week before anyone else with other great bonuses like the famous “One Tweak A Week” shirt. Top 3 Productivity Resources Why certain moments in your life make change *dramatically* easier—and how to spot them [05:18]. When a “fresh start” can actually backfire and slow you down [23:10]. How to engineer your own fresh start—without waiting for January 1st [27:47]. Links: Shopify DripDrop 25X Productivity Coaching How to Change: The Science of Getting from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be by Katy Milkman Logitech G915 X Lightspeed Keyboard Glocusent Book Light How to Stop Worrying and Start Living — Dale Carnegie Productivity Academy The Productivity Show on Youtube The Productivity Show Youtube Clips Become a member of TPS+ Take the Productivity Quiz If you enjoyed this episode, follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Overcast, Pocket Casts or your favorite podcast player. It’s easy, you’ll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show. You can also leave a review!

Before you set new goals for the year, do something more powerful. Let go. In this Wisdom Wednesday episode, I’ll explain why holding on to what’s not working slows you down, how letting go creates momentum, and one simple way to start the new year lighter, clearer, and more focused. Try Gusto today at gusto.com/TPS, and get 3 months free when you run your first payroll. Links: Become a member of TPS+ and get ad-free episodes a week before anyone else with other great bonuses like the famous “One Tweak A Week” shirt. Gusto 25X Productivity Coaching If you enjoyed this episode, follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Overcast, Pocket Casts or your favorite podcast player. It’s easy, you’ll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show. You can also leave a review!