🎙In Episode 33, we're getting specific when it comes to doing less in our everyday work in order to actually get more done. That's the irony of "simplicity", it prunes out the less important things in order to accomplish the bigger priorities in our day. 👏 If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to share it with someone else who can use a "productivity boost". You know what we mean. 📖 Want to read about the 8 Pillars of Calm Productivity. ⁠⁠We've got you covered.⁠⁠ ✔️Don't forget to sign up for Nonprofit ⁠⁠⁠⁠Studio⁠⁠⁠⁠, Mike's newsletter that connects your productivity with the nonprofit space. It's free (for now) and takes you behind the scenes of Mike's workflow experiments, apps, nonprofit news and much more. Plus, you'll get: Early access to NPP community events Discounts on NPP products and services A seat at the cool-kids table Sign up today: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👀 Looking for a simple RECIPE for making your week more productive? Get your free copy of Mike's latest PDF, "Recipe for a Productive Week": ⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com

🎙In Episode 32, we're putting our thinking hats on and discussing three ways to be more reflective. 👏 If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to share it with someone else who can use a "productivity boost". You know what we mean. 📖 Want to read about the 8 Pillars of Calm Productivity. ⁠We've got you covered.⁠ ✔️Don't forget to sign up for Nonprofit ⁠⁠⁠Studio⁠⁠⁠, Mike's newsletter that connects your productivity with the nonprofit space. It's free (for now) and takes you behind the scenes of Mike's workflow experiments, apps, nonprofit news and much more. Plus, you'll get: Early access to NPP community events Discounts on NPP products and services A seat at the cool-kids table Sign up today: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👀 Looking for a smarter way to organize your busy week? Try out the Ideal Week Template (hint: it's free!): https://www.nonprofitproductive.com

🎙In Episode 31, we're talking about the 4th Pillar in Calm Productivity: Appreciation. Specifically, we're talking about cultivating a sense of gratitude for the many, diverse areas of your life. All of it contributes to who you are and how you can be productive. 👏 If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to share it with someone else who can use a "productivity boost". You know what we mean. 📖 Want to read about the 8 Pillars of Calm Productivity. We've got you covered. ✔️Don't forget to sign up for Nonprofit ⁠⁠Studio⁠⁠, Mike's newsletter that connects your productivity with the nonprofit space. It's free (for now) and takes you behind the scenes of Mike's workflow experiments, apps, nonprofit news and much more. Plus, you'll get: Early access to NPP community events Discounts on NPP products and services A seat at the cool-kids table Sign up today: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠

🎙In Episode 30, we're talking about the 3rd Pillar in Calm Productivity: Planning. Specifically, we're talking about the Getting Things Done concept of a Weekly Review. 👏 If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to share it with someone else who can use a "productivity boost". You know what we mean. ✔️Don't forget to sign up for Nonprofit ⁠Studio⁠, Mike's newsletter that connects your productivity with the nonprofit space. It's free (for now) and takes you behind the scenes of Mike's workflow experiments, apps, nonprofit news and much more. Plus, you'll get: Early access to NPP community events Discounts on NPP products and services A seat at the cool-kids table Sign up today: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠

🎙In Episode 29, we're talking with productivity expert Chris Wood of Effective Faith. Chris teaches about thoughtful productivity and is especially versed in the outstanding notes app, UpNote. 👉🏼To learn more about Chris' work, visit his ⁠website⁠. 👏 If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to share it with someone else who can use a "productivity boost". You know what we mean. ✔️Don't forget to sign up for Nonprofit Studio, Mike's newsletter that connects your productivity with the nonprofit space. It's free (for now) and takes you behind the scenes of Mike's workflow experiments, apps, nonprofit news and much more. Plus, you'll get: Early access to NPP community events Discounts on NPP products and services A seat at the cool-kids table Sign up today: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ ✔️Finally, be sure to participate in the Nonprofit Productivity Survey in order to help NPP's resources be based in real data: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/survey⁠

🎙In Episode 28, we're talking with productivity expert Martine Ellis. Martine teaches that you've got to put yourself first in order to bring your best self to work and life. 👉🏼To learn more about Martine's work, visit her website. 👏 If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to share it with someone else who can use a "productivity boost". You know what we mean. ✔️Don't forget to sign up for Nonprofit Studio, Mike's newsletter that connects your productivity with the nonprofit space. It's free (for now) and takes you behind the scenes of Mike's workflow experiments, apps, nonprofit news and much more. Plus, you'll get: Early access to NPP community events Discounts on NPP products and services A seat at the cool-kids table Sign up today: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠ ✔️Finally, be sure to participate in the Nonprofit Productivity Survey in order to help NPP's resources be based in real data: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/survey⁠

🎙In Episode 27, we're talking about Pillar #2 of Calm Productivity: preparedness. 👏 If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to share it with someone else who can use a "productivity boost". You know what we mean. ✔️Don't forget to sign up for Nonprofit Studio, Mike's newsletter that connects your productivity with the nonprofit space. It's free (for now) and takes you behind the scenes of Mike's workflow experiments, apps, nonprofit news and much more. Plus, you'll get: Early access to NPP community events Discounts on NPP products and services A seat at the cool-kids table Sign up today: ⁠⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter⁠⁠ ✔️Finally, be sure to participate in the Nonprofit Productivity Survey in order to help NPP's resources be based in real data: ⁠⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/survey⁠

🎙In Episode 26, we're talking about a certain philosophy that is the starting point of "calm productivity". This first pillar is extremely important and gives the other seven pillars a footing that is not frenetic and always-on. Rather, this philosophy of calm productivity is balanced and reasonable. 👏 If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to share it with someone else who can use a "productivity boost". You know what we mean. ✔️Don't forget to sign up for Nonprofit Studio, Mike's newsletter that connects your productivity with the nonprofit space. It's free (for now) and takes you behind the scenes of Mike's workflow experiments, apps, nonprofit news and much more. Plus, you'll get: Early access to NPP community events Discounts on NPP products and services A seat at the cool-kids table Sign up today: ⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter⁠ ✔️Finally, be sure to participate in the Nonprofit Productivity Survey in order to help NPP's resources be based in real data: ⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/survey -- Referenced in today's show: The CEO with the Empty Calendar and Episode 24 of the NPP Podcast which lays out all 8 pillars of calm productivity.

🎙In Episode 25, we're talking about a "rule of life", a concept from a monk in the 6th century.  👏 If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to share it with someone else who can use a "productivity boost". You know what we mean. ✔️Don't forget to sign up for Nonprofit Studio, Mike's newsletter that connects your productivity with the nonprofit space. It's free (for now) and takes you behind the scenes of Mike's workflow experiments, apps, nonprofit news and much more. Plus, you'll get: Early access to NPP community events Discounts on NPP products and services A seat at the cool-kids table Sign up today: https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter ✔️Finally, be sure to participate in the Nonprofit Productivity Survey in order to help NPP's resources be based in real data: https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/survey

🎙In Episode 24, we're talking about the foundations of your productivity. Actually, Mike shares how "calm productivity" is actually an antidote for the always-on mindset that dominates hustle culture. Which of the 8 most resonate with you? Which one challenges you most? 👏 If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to share it with someone else who can use a "productivity boost". You know what we mean. ✔️Don't forget to sign up for Nonprofit Studio, Mike's newsletter that connects your productivity with the nonprofit space. It's free (for now) and takes you behind the scenes of Mike's workflow experiments, apps, nonprofit news and much more. Plus, you'll get: Early access to NPP community events Discounts on NPP products and services A seat at the cool-kids table Sign up today: https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter ✔️Finally, be sure to participate in the Nonprofit Productivity Survey in order to help NPP's resources be based in real data: https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/survey