The Productivity Show

The Art of Balancing Short-Term Wins and Long-Term Productivity (TPS576)


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Are you constantly chasing quick productivity hacks, only to find yourself burned out or back where you started? In this episode, Thanh and Brooks dive into the essential art of balancing immediate productivity wins with sustainable, long-term strategies that actually work.

Discover how investing in quality tools, embracing consistency over constant change, and focusing on fundamental principles can lead to lasting efficiency and a more fulfilling productive life. Learn practical tips to bridge the gap between quick fixes and enduring habits.

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  • Top 3 Resources [02:30].
  • When quick hacks help—and when habits are the real win. [07:19].
  • Tiny tricks to beat procrastination vs. skills that make it vanish. [13:17].
  • The simple rule that tells you when to fix it for good. [15:26].
  • Always putting out fires? Here’s how to switch to fireproofing. [16:19].
  • Why the biggest gains hide in your Energy and Attention, not your calendar. [19:42].
  • Plans break—here’s how to stay productive when they do. [22:15].
  • Tools, systems, and skills that compound—what’s worth investing in. [23:29].
  • A practical way to split your day between now vs. next. [28:33].
  • The traps that keep you “busy” but not better—and how to dodge them. [34:20].
  • Links:
    • Masterclass
    • 25X Productivity Coaching
    • Logitech Brio 4K webcam
    • Plaud Note AI voice recorder
    • Hollyland Lark M2 Wireless Microphone
    • Getting Things Done
    • Proactive vs. Reactive: Stop Living on Autopilot (TPS478)
    • Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman
    • Productivity Academy
    • The Productivity Show on Youtube
    • The Productivity Show Youtube Clips
    • Become a member of TPS+
    • Take the Productivity Quiz
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