Podcast appearances and mentions of Chris Bailey

Libro Ansiedad y tiempoSinopsis:Un caudal de consejos tan utiles como practicos. ´ Cal Newport, autor de Centrate (Deep Work) ¿Sientes que nunca tienes suficiente tiempor ¿Que siempre corres detras de una agenda imposibler Ansiedad y tiempo es una guia practica y liberadora para quienes buscan bienestar emocional, equilibrio entre trabajo y vida personal, y una forma mas humana de organizar su tiempo. Mas que un aliado, el tiempo se ha convertido en una prision invisible: la trampa perfecta de nuestra epoca. Agendas desbordadas, notificaciones constantes, la sensacion de que siempre llegamos tarde o hacemos menos de lo que deberiamos. Esa presion la ansiedad por el tiempo nos acompana a diario. Chris Guillebeau nos invita a desmontar la ilusion de urgencia y a liberarnos de la culpa de no hacer lo suficiente. Con una mirada lucida y cercana, combina investigacion, experiencias personales y propuestas sencillas para la vida diaria que nos ayudan a dejar atras el vertigo cotidiano, con su hacer compulsivo, y habitar plenamente el presente. Ansiedad y tiempo no es un libro mas de productividad, sino una guia distinta: una invitacion a reconciliarnos con el reloj y recuperar el arte de vivir con calma, presencia y proposito. La critica ha dicho¿ ´Un caudal de consejos tan utiles como practicos, que ayudan a liberarse de la ansiedad por el tiempo y a vivir con proposito.´ Cal Newport, autor de Centrate (Deep Work) ´¡Por fin! Un libro sobre el tiempo que no solo ayuda a organizar el dia, sino a disfrutarlo.´ Chris Bailey, autor de Hyperfocus ´Una lectura imprescindible. Con su equilibrio entre sabiduria practica y anecdotas cercanas, Guillebeau aborda la lucha universal de sentir que el tiempo se nos escapa.´ Matt Abrahams, autor de Piensa rapido, habla mejor ´Chris Guillebeau desmonta el mito de la urgencia y ofrece un enfoque profundamente humano para recuperar nuestro tiempo. Un libro reflexivo, practico y cercano, que nos recuerda que no se trata de hacer mas, sino de vivir mejor.´ Nir Eyal, autor de Indistraible ´Una guia honesta y practica para quienes se sienten abrumados por el tiempo. Con rigor y cercania, combina investigacion, experiencia personal y estrategias claras para pasar de la ansiedad a una vida con proposito.´ Ben Meer, fundador de ´System Sunday´ ´Chris Guillebeau desmonta el mito de la urgencia y ofrece un enfoque profundamente humano para recuperar nuestro tiempo. Un libro reflexivo, practico y cercano, que nos recuerda que no se trata de hacer mas, sino de vivir mejor.´ Nir Eyal, autor de Indistraible ´Nuestro vinculo con el tiempo define gran parte de la vida. Chris Guillebeau lo explora con lucidez y ofrece pasos concretos para superar el agobio cotidiano. Un libro valioso y lleno de claridad.´ Gretchen Rubin, autora de Objetivo: felicidad y Vivir con los cinco sentidosAutor: Chis GuillebeauEditorial KoanReseña por @celinacocimano

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/intentional/2 http://relay.fm/intentional/2 David Sparks and Chris Bailey Chris Bailey and David Sparks chat about the four essential parts of a useful AI system: the harness, context, memory, and reach. They also discuss Apple's recent WWDC announcements—including the new Siri AI. Chris Bailey and David Sparks chat about the four essential parts of a useful AI system: the harness, context, memory, and reach. They also discuss Apple's recent WWDC announcements—including the new Siri AI. clean 2785 Chris Bailey and David Sparks chat about the four essential parts of a useful AI system: the harness, context, memory, and reach. They also discuss Apple's recent WWDC announcements—including the new Siri AI. Links and Show Notes: Credits TheHosts David Sparks Chris Bailey The Editor Jim Metzendorf The Fixer Kerry Provanzano Support Intentional AI with a Relay Membership Submit Feedback Claude Claude Cowork ChatGPT OpenAI Codex Google Gemini What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)? - Model Context Protocol Wispr Flow (voice dictation) MacWhisper Todoist Health Auto Export Circle

Chris Bailey is trying to solve the gap between setting goals and actually following through on them. In this episode, we dig into helping you to stop relying on vague motivation or willpower and instead align your goals, priorities, and daily actions with what matters most to you. In today's conversation Chris Bailey explores why intention is deeper than goal setting and why follow-through depends on aligning daily actions with values and priorities. He and Dr. Wells unpack Bailey's “intention stack,” the science of human values, and the hidden role of aversion in procrastination. They also examine how people can redesign goals so they feel more meaningful, attractive, and realistic. The conversation ultimately turns productivity into something more human: a way of acting with purpose instead of simply doing more.You will learn how Chris defines intention, how values quietly shape motivation and follow-through, why priorities sit between values and goals, how procrastination is often driven by aversion rather than laziness, and why time awareness is one of the most practical tools for becoming more intentional. You will also hear a simple daily practice he uses himself: setting three clear intentions for the day before the noise begins.You will discover that a goal is not just a wish or an ambition. In Bailey's framing, it is a prediction about where your current and planned actions will take you, which means better follow-through depends on designing those actions far more carefully.This episode helps solve the challenge of knowing what you want but repeatedly failing to act on it. Bailey gives listeners a framework for making goals more doable by connecting them to values, reducing aversion, and translating them into concrete daily intentions.Key take aways:Goals fail when they clash with values. Priorities connect values to goals.Aversion drives procrastination.Time awareness creates better action.Three daily intentions sharpen focus.

John Maytham speaks to Chris Bailey, bestselling author of Intentional, who has spent years researching productivity, focus, and human behaviour , and has distilled that work into a practical guide on how to consistently get things done without burning out or relying on willpower alone. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/intentional/1 http://relay.fm/intentional/1 David Sparks and Chris Bailey David Sparks and Chris Bailey launch Intentional AI, a show about using AI to get real work done without the hype or the doom. Episode 1 lays out why the show exists, introduces the hosts, and makes one promise. Anyone can cook. David Sparks and Chris Bailey launch Intentional AI, a show about using AI to get real work done without the hype or the doom. Episode 1 lays out why the show exists, introduces the hosts, and makes one promise. Anyone can cook. clean 1797 David Sparks and Chris Bailey launch Intentional AI, a show about using AI to get real work done without the hype or the doom. Episode 1 lays out why the show exists, introduces the hosts, and makes one promise. Anyone can cook. Links and Show Notes: Credits TheHosts Chris Bailey David Sparks The Editor Jim Metzendorf The Fixer Kerry Provanzano Support Intentional AI with a Relay Membership Relay Robot Assistant Field Guide MacSparky Chris Bailey Chris Bailey's books The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey Circle Discord Claude / Claude Cowork (Anthropic) Model Context Protocol (MCP) The Economist

Send us Fan MailStudent engagement is at an all-time low, while student anxiety and behavioral challenges are at an all-time high. How do we turn the tide? Mark Perna, a public speaker, best-selling author and founder of TFS Results, joins Daniel Rock and Chris Bailey to offer a game-changing framework: competitive advantage. By moving beyond a singular focus on high academic grades, Perna outlines how schools can blend robust academics with technical competencies and professional life skills to get every student—from the 4.0 high-flyer to the struggling 1.5 student—fully locked into their learning journey.Key TakeawaysThe Three Pillars of Competitive Advantage: Discover the modern definition of a well-rounded education: robust academic knowledge, technical competencies and professional life skills working in perfect concert.The Solution vs. The Problem: Why straight-A students inherently view education as their solution, while lower-achieving students see it as their problem—and how to bridge that massive engagement gap.The 2.5 C-Student Paradigm: The eye-opening statistical reality of why close to 100% of major business leaders and CEOs would eagerly hire a 2.5 GPA student who possesses exceptional professional life skills over a high-achieving student without them.Overtly Teaching Professional Skills: SREB's Chris Bailey shares insight from aerospace giant Boeing on why workers are never fired for a lack of hard technical skills, but rather for a lack of professional skills.The AI Tripwire in Workforce Funnels: A critical warning for business and school leaders regarding the fourth industrial revolution and how the blind elimination of entry-level jobs via AI is destroying the talent funnel.Skills-First Hiring: Navigating the rapid global shift away from degree-based hiring frameworks toward a skills-first employment ecosystem.Resources MentionedAnswering Why: Answering Why: Unleashing Passion, Purpose and Performance in Younger Generations by Mark Perna.The Perna Syndicate: Host of the global education and workforce development podcast.Mark Perna's Official Website: markcperna.com. The Southern Regional Education Board is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that works with states and schools to improve education at every level, from early childhood through doctoral education and the workforce. Follow Us on Social:FacebookInstagramX

JD is joined by Bryan, Calvin, Nathan, along with Chris Bailey and Joey Seavolt, for a focused Trailhead roundtable on Right to Repair, Jeep mods, vehicle data access, DIY wrenching, and the future of aftermarket parts. The crew connects the John Deere repair fight to what off-roaders are already seeing with locked-down ECUs, security gateway modules, subscription features, Tazer/JScan workarounds, and newer Jeep systems that make simple modifications feel way more complicated than they should. Joey brings the repair-shop perspective, Chris talks about the value of older, more mechanical Jeeps, and the whole panel digs into what happens when vehicle ownership starts feeling more like a software license.

To learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here: https://trybta.com/EP273 Take our five minute quiz and get a custom Contractor Growth Scorecard: https://trybta.com/DL273 Have you ever pulled a 60-hour work week and felt like you got nothing done? Productivity researcher Chris Bailey ran a radical experiment—working 90 hours one week, 20 the next—just to see what would happen to his output. The results challenge everything contractors believe about grinding longer to get ahead.In this episode of Contractor Evolution, Chris Bailey (author of Intentional) breaks down what his 90-hour vs 20-hour productivity experiment revealed about how work smarter not harder actually works. If you're running a contracting business and burning 60+ hours a week in the trenches, this conversation will show you why more hours ≠ more results—and give you practical methods for how to get more done in less time without sacrificing your margin or your mental health.What you'll learn: The surprising results of Chris Bailey's 90-hour productivity experiment Why working longer hours actually destroys your output (and the data that proves it)How to transition from "warrior" mode to "system-builder" mode in your businessSimple, research-backed methods for intentional productivity The real cost of contractor burnout—and how to prevent it Why the most productive contractors work fewer hours, not moreWhether you're stuck in the trenches or building systems to scale, this episode will change how you think about time, energy, and what it actually takes to grow a profitable contracting business.00:00-Intro02:12-Addiction to Distractions 03:55-Impact of Tech on Focus 09:51-Lessons from Boredom Experiment17:08-The Power of Wandering in Leadership20:00-Busyness Versus Productivity 28:17-Training Brain Presence 31:51-Sleep and Productivity Myths

Pick up a copy of The Mental Strength Playbook. Do you ever set a goal you genuinely cared about — get healthier, write the book, finally save money — and two weeks later you can't make yourself take any action? Even when you have motivation and a good plan, sometimes, the action doesn't happen. Closing the gap between what you intend to do and what you actually do has far less to do with trying harder than you'd expect, and far more to do with a smarter approach. My guest today is Chris Bailey, a productivity expert and the bestselling author of Intentional. He draws on years of research — and conversations with Buddhist monks — to explain what actually moves us from intention to action, and why forcing yourself is the least effective tool you have. Some of the things we discuss are: The reason your goal keeps turning into disappointment and the one word Chris uses to describe what a goal actually is The simple subtraction problem happening in your brain every time you choose the couch over the goal How to conduct an "aversion audit" The five things that make a task feel impossible to start and why naming them is half the battle Why the early-rising, tea-drinking version of you in your head is sabotaging you and what the research says about whether 5am people are actually more successful The 12 values and how to instantly tell if a goal is even yours What it means when you can't connect a goal to anything you value — and the uncomfortable truth about whose goal it might be Why guilt isn't the enemy and what it's actually trying to tell you My three favorite strategies that will help you start to get more intentional today Related Episodes ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 194 — The Science of Small Wins: Why They Matter More Than Big Goals ⁠112 — These 7 Tiny Changes That Lead to Big Results When You're Working on Your Goals Links & Resources ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Intentional⁠⁠ Take the Values Test Connect with the Show Buy a copy of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Amy on Instagram —⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@AmyMorinAuthor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit my website —⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AmyMorinLCSW.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsors MUDWTR — Get up to 43% off your entire order, plus free shipping and a free rechargeable frother when you use code STRONGER at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mudwtr.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. AirDoctor — Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AirDoctorPro.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and use promo code STRONGER to get UP TO $300 off today! One Skin — Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠oneskin.co/STRONGER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code stronger to get up to 30% off your first 3 subscription orders First Day — Get up to 57% off and a free gift with code stronger at ⁠⁠⁠FirstDay.com⁠⁠⁠ Quince — Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/stronger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns! Flamingo — Get a $7 starter set at ⁠ShopFlamingo.com/STRONGER⁠ Cozy Earth — Head to ⁠cozyearth.com⁠ and use code STRONGER20 to get 20% off your order. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mentally Stronger Premium⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content like weekly bonus episodes, mental strength challenges, and office hours with me. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Nine, we speak with Chris Bailey, Director of Retirement at Cerulli Associates, about the continued growth and evolution of Collective Investment Trusts (CITs) and their expanding role in the retirement marketplace.Chris shares perspective on the forces reshaping defined contribution plans and how CITs are influencing product strategy, pricing, and innovation across the asset and wealth management industry. In nine minutes, we cover key DC industry trends, the drivers behind CIT adoption, innovation in retirement income and private markets, and what asset managers should expect as CITs continue to gain traction.

Chris Bailey is a productivity expert, speaker, and author. How do you make goals actually stick? We all want better for ourselves, but most goals fade. So how do you set goals that excite you—and actually follow through? Expect to learn why some goals feel effortless and others feel like a chore, how the role of intentions plays into goal setting and how to stack them, what the practical differences are between default intentions and deliberate intentions, why SMART goals are overrated, what the big triggers of procrastination and aversion are and how to overcome them, how you can make your goals feel deeper and intention stickier and much more… Sponsors: See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: ⁠https://chriswillx.com/deals⁠ Get up to 20% off the leading longevity and cellular health supplement at https://timeline.com/modernwisdom Get 10% discount on all Gymshark products at https://gym.sh/modernwisdom (use code MODERNWISDOM10) Get 15% off your first order of my favourite Non-Alcoholic Brew at https://athleticbrewing.com/modernwisdom Get the brand new Whoop 5.0 and your first month for free at https://join.whoop.com/modernwisdom Extra Stuff: Get my free reading list of 100 books to read before you die: ⁠https://chriswillx.com/books⁠ Try my productivity energy drink Neutonic: ⁠https://neutonic.com/modernwisdom⁠ Episodes You Might Enjoy: #577 - David Goggins - This Is How To Master Your Life: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/43hv6y59⁠ #712 - Dr Jordan Peterson - How To Destroy Your Negative Beliefs: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/2rtz7avf⁠ #700 - Dr Andrew Huberman - The Secret Tools To Hack Your Brain: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/3ccn5vkp⁠ - Get In Touch: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast⁠ Email: ⁠https://chriswillx.com/contact⁠ - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The signs are all there — the perfectly packed gym bag is collecting dust in your closet, the kitchen pantry has quietly been refilled with junk food, and your early morning alarms are losing their battle with the snooze button. The goals you set at the beginning of the year seem more and more unattainable. It may feel like you don't have enough determination — enough resolve — but productivity expert Chris Bailey says there are ways to align our goals with our values and get better results. On this podcast extra, Bailey talks about his new book, “Intentional: How to Finish What You Start.”

On this week's Tech Nation, how are doctors and hospitals using AI? Moira speaks with Dr. Robert Wachter about his book, “A Giant Leap: How AI is Transforming Healthcare and What That Means for Our Future”. Then, Chris Bailey talks about ways to calm your mind in anxious times, according to science. AI in the Exam RoomOn this week's Biotech Nation, how doctors and hospitals are using AI, and how it could change the practice of medicine. Moira speaks with Dr. Robert Wachter about his book, “A Giant Leap: How AI is Transforming Healthcare and What That Means for Our Future”.

In this episode, Chris Bailey discusses how to be intentional and finish what you start. He explores how intentionality, values, and motivation shape our ability to set and achieve meaningful goals. Chris also introduces concepts like the “intention stack” and “sepia-toned goals,” emphasizing the importance of aligning actions with core values. The conversation offers practical tools for editing goals, balancing planning with action, and cultivating both deliberate and default intentions to create a more purposeful, fulfilling life. Take our quick 2-minute survey and help us improve your listening experience: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠oneyoufeed.net/survey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Exciting News!!! Coming in March, 2026, my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life is now available for pre-orders!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Key Takeaways: Importance of intentionality in achieving goals Challenges of goal-setting and the concept of "sepia toned goals" The "intention stack" framework connecting daily actions to broader values Understanding and identifying personal values and their polarities The role of desire and aversion in goal pursuit The concept of "goal editing" to align goals with personal values Distinction between outcome goals and process goals The significance of the learning phase in goal attainment Balancing planning and action to avoid productivity traps Cultivating a positive relationship with goals to enhance motivation and fulfillment For full show notes: click here! If you enjoyed this conversation with Chris Bailey, check out these other episodes: How to Break Free from the ‘More' Trap and Find Balance in a Busy Life with Chris Bailey Chris Bailey on Focus, Productivity, and Meditation (2018) Getting Things Done with Charlie Gilkey David Kadavy on Getting Started By purchasing products and/or services from our sponsors, you are helping to support The One You Feed and we greatly appreciate it. Thank you! This episode is sponsored by: Shopify – The commerce platform that helps you build, grow, and manage your business all in one place. Start your $1/month trial at shopify.com/feed. Pebl – an AI-powered platform that helps companies hire and manage global teams in 185+ countries. Get a free estimate at hipebl.ai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is it so easy to set goals but so hard to follow through? In this exclusive interview, bestselling author Chris Bailey joins us to discuss his groundbreaking new book, 'Intentional.' Moving beyond the 'busyness trap' and tired productivity hacks, Chris reveals a decade of research into behavioral psychology and meaningful accomplishment. Discover why willpower isn't the answer to procrastination and how to restructure your daily actions to turn your biggest ambitions into action. Whether you're a fan of Charles Duhigg or James Clear, this deep dive into intentional living will show you how to let go of the 'extra' and focus on what matters most. Stop managing your time and start managing your intentions. Connect with Chris Bailey: Website: www.chrisbailey.com IG - / @chrisbaileyauth   Dr. JC Doornick Links: Website - www.makessensebook.com YT -    / @drjcdoornick IG -   / @drjcdoornick FB -   / @makessensepodcast Makes Sense Book - https://tinyurl.com/makessensepurchase MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com 0:00 - Intro 1:33 - What I Like About Chris Bailey 6:09 - Why do we procrastinate even when the tasks matter most? 9:46 - Why do productivity systems and to do list fall short? 14:03 - Is intentional living more valuable than efficiency? 17:17 - Self-Reflective Capacity 19:33 - Where Intention Comes From? 21:37 - How should people look at using AI without outsourcing their intentions 26:21 - Where does Gratitude fit in? 29:11 - Whats the missing link behind goal setting  33:01 - Intention Stacking 34:58 - 12 Values of the broadest Intentions In Life 40:20 - How does Intentional Living help us follow through 43:04 - Aversion Trap 48:45 - What does this book add to some of the big books on goal setting and habit building that those might have missed? 51:10 - One of the fundamental frustrations with being human 53:55 - What is your favorite productivity ritual? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode, we explore how AI tools like Claude Cowork are automating the drudgery layer of knowledge work, and why the most important skill is now how well you can guide intelligent systems. Topics covered include: What Claude Cowork actually does well: file manipulation, web navigation, and closing the manual screenshot loop How work is shifting from execution to direction and intention-setting The morning briefing system: AI executing on goals set at daily, weekly, and strategic levels Applying the Intention Stack framework from Intentional to guide AI systems The risk of “wasted leverage” Why every minute becomes more valuable when you’re guiding systems instead of doing the work yourself Links mentioned in this episode: Intentional: How to Finish What You Start Claude Cowork by Claude/Anthropic The post Podcast: Productive with AI appeared first on Chris Bailey.

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/mpu/834 http://relay.fm/mpu/834 I Am The Tardis 834 David Sparks and Stephen Hackett Stephen starts the episode with an announcement, then he and David revisit writing workflows, Keyboard Maestro, notifications, and more. At the end, the guys attempt to answer some questions as quickly as possible... something they aren't great at doing. Stephen starts the episode with an announcement, then he and David revisit writing workflows, Keyboard Maestro, notifications, and more. At the end, the guys attempt to answer some questions as quickly as possible... something they aren't great at doing. clean 4384 Stephen starts the episode with an announcement, then he and David revisit writing workflows, Keyboard Maestro, notifications, and more. At the end, the guys attempt to answer some questions as quickly as possible... something they aren't great at doing. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Links and Show Notes: Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. You can watch the podcast over on YouTube. More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback Mac Power Users #833: Chris Bailey and His Battle-Scarred M1 - Relay Stephen Robles - YouTube Obsidian NotePlan - Tasks, Notes, and Calendar Mac Power Users #756: Exploring NotePlan with David Roth - Relay Mac Power Users #828: Revisiting Keyboard Maestro - Relay Apple event - Wikipedia Conflict Palette [Keyboard Maestro Wiki] Keyboard Maestro episode on MPU - Dr. Drang Fixing TextExpander prefixes - All this Claude Google Gemini ChatGPT Moltbot (Formerly Clawdbot) Showed Me What the Future of Personal AI Assistants Looks Like - MacStories Manage your apps with Sign in with Apple - Apple Support Use 1Password to sign in to sites with supported providers | 1Password Support Pixelmator Pro - Apple Michael Tsai - Blog - Bartender Acquired by Applause Group Bartender 6 Ice - Menu Bar Manager Ice 0.11.13-dev.2f-unofficial · jordanbaird/Ice Getting Started with Cowork | Claude Help Center Things - To-Do List App for Mac & iOS

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/mpu/834 http://relay.fm/mpu/834 David Sparks and Stephen Hackett Stephen starts the episode with an announcement, then he and David revisit writing workflows, Keyboard Maestro, notifications, and more. At the end, the guys attempt to answer some questions as quickly as possible... something they aren't great at doing. Stephen starts the episode with an announcement, then he and David revisit writing workflows, Keyboard Maestro, notifications, and more. At the end, the guys attempt to answer some questions as quickly as possible... something they aren't great at doing. clean 4384 Stephen starts the episode with an announcement, then he and David revisit writing workflows, Keyboard Maestro, notifications, and more. At the end, the guys attempt to answer some questions as quickly as possible... something they aren't great at doing. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Links and Show Notes: Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. You can watch the podcast over on YouTube. More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback Mac Power Users #833: Chris Bailey and His Battle-Scarred M1 - Relay Stephen Robles - YouTube Obsidian NotePlan - Tasks, Notes, and Calendar Mac Power Users #756: Exploring NotePlan with David Roth - Relay Mac Power Users #828: Revisiting Keyboard Maestro - Relay Apple event - Wikipedia Conflict Palette [Keyboard Maestro Wiki] Keyboard Maestro episode on MPU - Dr. Drang Fixing TextExpander prefixes - All this Claude Google Gemini ChatGPT Moltbot (Formerly Clawdbot) Showed Me What the Future of Personal AI Assistants Looks Like - MacStories Manage your apps with Sign in with Apple - Apple Support Use 1Password to sign in to sites with supported providers | 1Password Support Pixelmator Pro - Apple Michael Tsai - Blog - Bartender Acquired by Applause Group Bartender 6 Ice - Menu Bar Manager Ice 0.11.13-dev.2f-unofficial · jordanbaird/Ice Getting Started with Cowork | Claude Help Center Things - To-Do List App for Mac & iOS

Today's author promises to distill a decade of deep research on productivity to deliver a profound, practical, and counterintuitive road map to getting things done. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a journey to live a more intentional life.Support the ShowIntentional by Chris BaileyThe Productivity Project by Chris BaileyThe Library CommunityHyper Focus by Chris BaileyHow to Calm Your Mind by Chris BaileyHow to Train Your Mind by Chris BaileyOvercoming Procrastination CourseThe Overthinker's Guide to Making Decisions by Joseph NguyenDon't Believe Everything You Think by Joseph NguyenThe End of Burnout by Jonathan MalesicRed Rising by Pierce BrownReading the Gospels Wisely by Jonathan PenningtonMike's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/mpu/833 http://relay.fm/mpu/833 Chris Bailey and His Battle-Scarred M1 833 David Sparks and Stephen Hackett Chris Bailey shares his unconventional tech stack: TextEdit for writing, SimpleNote for tasks, and printing research on paper. He also tried using an iPad mini as his phone to create friction with distraction. Chris Bailey shares his unconventional tech stack: TextEdit for writing, SimpleNote for tasks, and printing research on paper. He also tried using an iPad mini as his phone to create friction with distraction. clean 5142 Chris Bailey shares his unconventional tech stack: TextEdit for writing, SimpleNote for tasks, and printing research on paper. He also tried using an iPad mini as his phone to create friction with distraction. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Guest Starring: Chris Bailey Links and Show Notes: Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. You can watch the podcast over on YouTube. More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback Welcome - Chris Bailey Intentional Book - Chris Bailey Focused #247: Getting Intentional, with Chris Bailey - Relay Chris's "chamferred" MacBook Pro Fastmail Sanebox TextEdit - Wikipedia Wispr Flow WhisperType - Mac dictation app Bear - Markdown Notes Simplenote Soulver 3 - Notepad Calculator App for Mac, iPad & iPhone TripMode - Save data, browse faster F

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/mpu/833 http://relay.fm/mpu/833 David Sparks and Stephen Hackett Chris Bailey shares his unconventional tech stack: TextEdit for writing, SimpleNote for tasks, and printing research on paper. He also tried using an iPad mini as his phone to create friction with distraction. Chris Bailey shares his unconventional tech stack: TextEdit for writing, SimpleNote for tasks, and printing research on paper. He also tried using an iPad mini as his phone to create friction with distraction. clean 5142 Chris Bailey shares his unconventional tech stack: TextEdit for writing, SimpleNote for tasks, and printing research on paper. He also tried using an iPad mini as his phone to create friction with distraction. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Guest Starring: Chris Bailey Links and Show Notes: Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. You can watch the podcast over on YouTube. More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback Welcome - Chris Bailey Intentional Book - Chris Bailey Focused #247: Getting Intentional, with Chris Bailey - Relay Chris's "chamferred" MacBook Pro Fastmail Sanebox TextEdit - Wikipedia Wispr Flow WhisperType - Mac dictation app Bear - Markdown Notes Simplenote Soulver 3 - Notepad Calculator App for Mac, iPad & iPhone TripMode - Save data, browse faster

Send us a textScooby Panel #128 - I had the chance to chat with Animator, Director, Producer Chris Bailey, who worked on Scooby-Doo! & Guess Who? We talked about the guest stars and his amazing career. #ScoobyDoo #Scooby #podcast

Chris Bailey is an author and lecturer who explores the science behind living a more productive and intentional life. He has written hundreds of articles on the subject and has garnered coverage in media as diverse as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, GQ, HuffPost, New York magazine, Harvard Business Review, TED, Fast Company, and Lifehacker. The bestselling author of The Productivity Project, Hyperfocus, and How to Calm Your Mind, Bailey's books have been published in forty-two languages. He lives in Ottawa, Canada. Today on the show we discuss: why doing less makes you more productive, the real psychological reason procrastination keeps winning, how hidden values silently control your focus and follow-through, why instant gratification is hijacking your attention, the overlooked habits that actually build discipline, how to create deep focus in a world designed to distract and much more. Today's sponsor: The Predictive Mind Understand how your brain and mind actually work so you can change patterns that hold you back. Use code DOUG15 for 15% off at https://predictivemind.io/ ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you've consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, we chat about the four types of goals we set—including outcome goals versus process goals, and learning goals versus performance goals! Here's the link to Chris's book, which digs more into these ideas! You can listen (and subscribe) to the podcast below! The post Podcast: 50 Shades of Goals appeared first on Chris Bailey.

Productivity expert Chris Bailey explains why follow-through fails — and how aligning your values, intentions, and friction levels makes action feel natural. And later in the show, we hear from Becky Blades, author of Start More Than You Can Finish. Sponsors: Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at shopify.com/daily

Why do 92% of New Year's resolutions fail? Because most of us are chasing goals that sound good instead of goals rooted in who we truly are. In this game-changing episode, I sit down with Chris Bailey—bestselling author of Intentional: How to Finish What You Start—to completely reimagine how we set and achieve our goals. You'll discover: Why SMART goals are often less effective than doing nothing at all (yes, really) The 12 fundamental human values that drive everything you do—and how to identify yours Why waking up at 4 AM has zero correlation with success (backed by research) How to know when quitting a goal is actually the smartest move The "Rule of Three" that will transform your daily productivity Chris breaks down the science of goal attainment in a way that's practical, tactical, and deeply personal. This isn't about hustle culture or Instagram productivity hacks. It's about aligning your goals with your core values so you actually want to finish what you start. Chris Bailey is a productivity expert whose work has been featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, and TED. His books have been published in over 40 languages, and his new book Intentional is already a bestseller. If you're tired of setting goals you never finish, this episode is for you. For your life to be different, your days have to be different. Plus, grab your FREE Launch Your Dare Planning System at idareyoupod.com—the worksheets based on Dr. Benjamin Hardy's Future Self framework that we used in Episode 206. If you haven't done the work yet, now's the time. Your Future Self needs you to stop drifting and start leading with intention—not just intensity. Connect with Chris Bailey: https://chrisbailey.com Instagram: @chrisbaileyauth Connect with Darrin Johnson: www.idareyoupod.com Instagram: @idareyoupod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IDareYouPod TikTok: @idareyoupod

Chris Bailey is the bestselling author of The Productivity Project, Hyperfocus, How to Calm Your Mind, and his newest release, Intentional.In this episode, Chris joins Andrew Coates to explore why so many capable, driven people still feel stuck, scattered, or unfulfilled—and how the issue is often not effort, but misalignment between goals, values, and intentions.Drawing from years of research and personal experimentation, Chris explains how clarity around values changes decision-making, why many popular productivity frameworks fail long-term, and how intention-based thinking can help you finish what you start and do more of what genuinely matters.IN THIS EPISODE, CHRIS SHARES INSIGHT ON:Why many people struggle with success despite working hardHow misaligned values quietly sabotage progressThe importance of getting clear on your core valuesHow to align goals with values for sustainable momentumThe 12 evidence-based primary goals people tend to pursueWhat an intention stack is and how to use oneWhy people are better at starting than finishingWhy goals are better viewed as predictions, not promisesThe importance of continual course correctionWhy the SMART goals framework lacks strong evidenceHow rigid goal-setting can hurt long-term successThe productivity and mental health benefits of meditationWhy letting your mind wander boosts creativityChris's personal experiences as a long-term authorAnd much moreI hope you will check out Chris's brand new book: IntentionalInstagram: @chrisbaileyauthCHAPTERS00:16 Meet Chris Bailey: Author and Productivity Expert00:57 Understanding Intentionality04:02 The Role of Values in Setting Intentions10:17 The Intention Stack: Aligning Values, Priorities, and Goals17:44 The Science of Goal Attainment26:49 Personal Practices for Emotional Wellbeing27:31 The Benefits of Meditation28:54 Strategic Use of Caffeine29:39 Sponsorship Aspirations31:05 Saying No to Stay Productive31:34 The Trap of Success34:19 The Power of Scatter Focus38:14 Book Sales and Expectations47:47 The Flaws of SMART Goals52:22 Final Thoughts and TakeawaysSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode helped you think more clearly about what you are working toward, you can support the show by:Subscribing and checking out more episodesSharing it on social media (tag me — I will respond)Sending it to someone who feels busy but misalignedFOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP Strength App (use code COATESRP)https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJust Bite Me Meals (use code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10 percent off)https://justbitememeals.com/MacrosFirst – FREE Premium TrialDownload MacrosFirstDuring setup, answer: How did you hear about us?Type: ANDREWKNKG Bags (15 percent off)https://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676Versa Gripps (discount link)https://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC – FREE 90 Day Trial (2 steps)Go to: https://www.trainheroic.com/liftfreeReply to the email you receive (or email trials@trainheroic.com) and let them know Andrew sent you

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 18:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/focused/247 http://relay.fm/focused/247 David Sparks and Mike Schmitz Chris Bailey is back to talk about his new book, The Intention Stack, fundamental human values, and why S.M.A.R.T. goals aren't very smart. Chris Bailey is back to talk about his new book, The Intention Stack, fundamental human values, and why S.M.A.R.T. goals aren't very smart. clean 4179 Chris Bailey is back to talk about his new book, The Intention Stack, fundamental human values, and why S.M.A.R.T. goals aren't very smart. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code FOCUSED with this link and get 60% off an annual plan. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code FOCUSED. Guest Starring: Chris Bailey Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended ad-free episodes with bonus deep dive content. Focused on YouTube Chris' website Intentional by Chris Bailey Hyperfocus by Chris Bailey An Overview of the Schwartz Theory of Basic Values Overcoming Procrastination (Chris' course) The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey How to Calm Your Mind by Chris Bailey Notes on Being a Man by Scott Galloway The Wealthy Barber by David Chilton Proust and the Squid by Maryanne Wolf Reader, Come Home by Maryanne Wolf The Myth of Sisyphus by Albert Camus

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 18:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/focused/247 http://relay.fm/focused/247 Getting Intentional, with Chris Bailey 247 David Sparks and Mike Schmitz Chris Bailey is back to talk about his new book, The Intention Stack, fundamental human values, and why S.M.A.R.T. goals aren't very smart. Chris Bailey is back to talk about his new book, The Intention Stack, fundamental human values, and why S.M.A.R.T. goals aren't very smart. clean 4179 Chris Bailey is back to talk about his new book, The Intention Stack, fundamental human values, and why S.M.A.R.T. goals aren't very smart. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code FOCUSED with this link and get 60% off an annual plan. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code FOCUSED. Guest Starring: Chris Bailey Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended ad-free episodes with bonus deep dive content. Focused on YouTube Chris' website Intentional by Chris Bailey Hyperfocus by Chris Bailey An Overview of the Schwartz Theory of Basic Values Overcoming Procrastination (Chris' course) The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey How to Calm Your Mind by Chris Bailey Notes on Being a Man by Scott Galloway The Wealthy Barber by David Chilton Proust and the Squid by Maryanne Wolf Reader, Come Home by Maryanne Wolf The Myth of Sisyphus by Albert Camus

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Chris Bailey explains the science behind intentionality and how it can dramatically increase goal attainment. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The 12 main values that drive everything you do2) 
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In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down once again with author and researcher Chris Bailey to explore what it really means to live—and work—intentionally. This conversation centers on his latest book, Intentional: How to Finish What You Start, and the decade of curiosity that led him there.We dig into why goals often fail us, how culture shapes our relationship with productivity, and why values—not habits, hacks, or willpower—sit at the core of meaningful progress. This isn't a surface-level productivity chat. It's a thoughtful examination of why we do what we do, and how to align our days with who we actually are.Six Discussion PointsWhy values—not goals—are the true drivers of intentional actionThe “intention stack” and how daily actions connect to lifelong directionWhy SMART goals aren't as smart as we've been led to believeCultural differences in how productivity and calm are valuedNight owls, morning routines, and the danger of “sepia-toned” goalsThe role of reflection in escaping default behavior and finishing what mattersThree Connection PointsBuy the bookCheck out Chris's websiteListen to Chris's first appearance the podcast (from October 2014!)This episode is a reminder that productivity isn't about doing more—it's about doing what fits. If you've ever felt friction between your goals and your values, or wondered why “good habits” still leave you unsatisfied, this conversation will give you plenty to reflect on—and return to.

On this episode, we chat about Chris's new book, Intentional, which is about the science of goal attainment! Here's a link to the book. And here's a link to learn more about it. Enjoy! You can listen (and subscribe) to the podcast below! The post Podcast: Chris's New Book, Intentional! appeared first on Chris Bailey.

There is a missing piece between setting our goals and achieving them. Productivity expert and author Chris Bailey says the problem is intention. He talks about his new book Intentional and why so many goals quietly fade away. Chris explains how our habits, values and daily decisions shape whether we follow through. When we want to improve our productivity, goal-setting and finishing what we start, it's small intentional shifts that can make a big difference.

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¿Trabajas todo el día pero sientes que avanzas poco? ¿Tu lista de tareas nunca termina?En este episodio analizamos Proyecto Productividad, de Chris Bailey (The Productivity Project, 2016), un libro revolucionario que cambia completamente las reglas del juego productivo.Chris Bailey no es el típico gurú de productividad. Cuando se graduó de la universidad con honores, rechazó dos ofertas de trabajo en grandes corporaciones para hacer algo que sonaba completamente loco: dedicar un año completo a convertirse en el más productivo posible. Durante 365 días se convirtió en su propio experimento, probando más de 25 técnicas diferentes. Su blog "A Year of Productivity" se convirtió en una sensación mundial, y dio una charla TED vista por millones.Lo más valioso: Chris descubrió que en la economía del conocimiento actual, gestionar solo tu tiempo ya no es suficiente. Necesitas dominar tres recursos: tiempo, atención y energía.

¿Trabajas todo el día pero sientes que avanzas poco? ¿Tu lista de tareas nunca termina?En este episodio analizamos Proyecto Productividad, de Chris Bailey (The Productivity Project, 2016), un libro revolucionario que cambia completamente las reglas del juego productivo.Chris Bailey no es el típico gurú de productividad. Cuando se graduó de la universidad con honores, rechazó dos ofertas de trabajo en grandes corporaciones para hacer algo que sonaba completamente loco: dedicar un año completo a convertirse en el más productivo posible. Durante 365 días se convirtió en su propio experimento, probando más de 25 técnicas diferentes. Su blog "A Year of Productivity" se convirtió en una sensación mundial, y dio una charla TED vista por millones.Lo más valioso: Chris descubrió que en la economía del conocimiento actual, gestionar solo tu tiempo ya no es suficiente. Necesitas dominar tres recursos: tiempo, atención y energía.

On this episode, we reflect back at the year and look to 2026, when Chris's book Intentional will come out :-) Have a great holiday! You can listen (and subscribe) to the podcast below! The post Podcast: Nobody Cares About Productivity During the Holidays appeared first on Chris Bailey.

On this episode, we chat about a central idea from Chris's new book, Intentional: The Intention Stack! Here's the image we chat about in the episode: You can listen (and subscribe) to the podcast below! All the timelines across which we are intentional. The post Podcast: The Intention Stack appeared first on Chris Bailey.

On this episode, I chat with Kyle Austin Young about his new book, Success is a Numbers Game! Hope you enjoy our conversation :-) You can listen (and subscribe) to the podcast below! The post Podcast 160: Success is a Numbers Game appeared first on Chris Bailey.

This week, I want to explore something most people overlook: the paradox of friendship. I wrote a piece for a new podcast episode called “The Friendship Frequency” - The Paradox of Friendship: How Not Needing Friends Draws the Right Ones Closer Reflecting on the previous conversation on “Validation,” I see a strong correlation between seeking and obtaining friends and the desire for validation. This can get sticky as we find ourselves seeking friends for the wrong reasons, which means getting tethered to the wrong people who not only don't serve you and your goals and dreams, but also cause conflict and unnecessary distraction. I interviewed an extraordinary guest on my podcast named Chris Bailey who has a crazy viral TED Talk on this topic We're taught to find good friends, to look for connection, to build community. But what if the real secret to attracting the right friends isn't about seeking at all? What if it begins with becoming comfortable walking alone, and realizing that we were never truly alone to start with? Here's the paradox: the less we need friendship to feel whole, the more we attract friends who are whole themselves. The person who doesn't cling, doesn't perform, and doesn't chase — becomes magnetic. It's the same principle that applies in business and leadership: the individual who leads with calm confidence, who doesn't exude desperation for clients or approval, naturally draws people in. So today's conversation isn't about loneliness — it's about wholeness. It's about understanding how self-friendship becomes the signal that draws in the right people, and how those relationships enrich our lives when they're built on resonance rather than need. Follow Dr. JC Doornick and the Makes Sense Academy: ► Makes Sense Substack - https://drjcdoornick.substack.com ► Instagram: / drjcdoornick ►Facebook:  / makessensepodcast ►YouTube:  / drjcdoornick MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is a subjective and acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast - You will find a "Follow" button on the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com Highlights: 0:00 - Intro 3:17 - The Paradox of Friendship 6:55 - Where are the Friendships that last born? 9:57 - The Juice is worth the squeeze with a good friendship 12:38 - The power of learning to walk alone. 15:15 - The Field of Consciousness 19:23 - Warning - The Flow Burglar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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