You ever notice a habit you have and think it’s completely normal—until someone else points it out?

In this episode, a simple breakfast routine turns into a much bigger conversation about productivity, personality, and why most systems fail us. What starts with perfectly arranged hash browns and precisely applied ketchup leads to an important realization: the best systems aren’t universal—they’re personal.

This episode is about leaning into your quirks, understanding how your brain actually works, and designing systems that fit you instead of fighting against who you are.

💡 What You’ll Learn: • Why one-size-fits-all productivity systems rarely work • How small habits reveal bigger thinking patterns • The difference between laziness and efficiency • Why quirks can be clues—not flaws • How to build systems around your natural wiring

🛠️ Action Step: Pay attention to one “quirk” you have this week. Ask yourself: “What does this say about how I think or work?” Use that insight to adjust a system, habit, or workflow to better match how you’re already wired.

📌 Perfect For: • Engineers, builders, and system-thinkers • Anyone frustrated with productivity advice that doesn’t stick • People who want to work smarter, not harder • Listeners who enjoy thoughtful, story-driven insights