The Pursuit Project: A productivity and self-development podcast

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July 03, 2019 #109 - A real chat about productivity
We all seem to agree that what we do matters. But are we overcomplicating how we spend it by chasing new productivity techniques, tips and tricks? On the show this week we have a real chat about productivity. Our experiences chasing it, our pitfalls trying it and what being productive really means to us. Tune in for some healthy vulnerability and inspiration to find your own brand of productivity.
Time Stamps
00:00 Weekly win
02:35 Are we overcomplicating productivity?
04:10 On the hunt for the new 'thing'
07:45 A dangerous reputation
16:04 Is laziness funny?
20:10 The need for control
22:30 What we do matters
25:29 Action steps
30:34 Goodbye and find us online

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32min
June 14, 2019 #108 - Balancing life
This week on the show we reflect on how chaotic life as been and chat about ideas for finding balance again. We discuss what makes some things easier to balance, what gets life off kilter and how to refocus.
Time Stamps
00:00 Weekly win
04:20 Where are we seeking balance?
11:23 What makes finding balance easier in some areas
16:44 Choosing what balance looks like for you
22:26 When balance gets thrown off
26:50 Tips for being better
28:20 Goodbye and find us online
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30min
May 21, 2019 #107 - Making a pivot
This week on the show we explore the role of pivots in our lives, work and side projects. How do you know when the time is right to pivot verse stopping completely. We also discuss how to navigate the pressure and expectations of others when it comes to what we spend our time today. Got some thoughts on pivoting? Share with us!
Time Stamps
00:00 Welcome and weekly win
04:25 What are some signs it’s time to make a pivot?
09:22 Navigating emotions around both conscious and unconscious pivots
15:35 Pressures and perspectives on pivoting
17:15 Communication and collaborating
26:45 Practical steps to pivoting
31:00 Goodbye and find us online
Show Notes
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34min
May 11, 2019 #106 - Getting the most out of meetings
Do you spend a lot of times in meetings? This week on the show we explore the productivity and unproductivity of meetings, how we can optimise our time in them and how to navigate improving a meeting when you're not in charge. Got some meeting advice to share? Reach out to us on Instagram!
Time Stamps
00:00 Welcome and weekly win
04:20 Typical meeting experiences
12:10 Making changes when you're not in charge
16:55 Personality differences in meetings
23:20 Optimising the time we spend in meetings
29:45 Goodbye and find us online
Show Notes
Atlassian Meetings Articles
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32min
May 11, 2019 #105 - Hyperfocus + Do monthly focuses work?
Ready to hear us gush about one of the best books we've read in a while? This week we chat about Hyperfocus and what personal actions we're taking away from the book. We also explore monthly focusses and what May has in store for us.
Time Stamps
00:00 Weekly Win
06:25 Our thoughts on April's book - Hyperfocus
11:10 Personal actions from the book!
17:40 Our May monthly focusses
24:10 Our reflections on monthly focuses in general
Show Notes
Hyperfocus
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33min
May 02, 2019 #104 - 4 lessons from 2 years of the Pursuit Project
Yay we've turned two! This week we chat about a few lessons we've learnt over the past 2 years worth of episodes. Thank for everyone who has ever listened to an episode. We love making the show and appreciate every person who tunes in! If you've got any ideas for future TPP topics please jump over to our Instagram and let us know.
Time Stamps
00:00 Welcome and weekly wins
02:30 Some initial life reflections
05:02 Lesson one: Accountability can make the biggest difference
13:20 Lesson two: Talking things through helps think things through
16:55 Lesson three: Sometimes we need to re-prioritise and that is okay
21:45 Lesson four: Listening is not enough, change happens when you act
27:30 Goodbye and find us online
Show Notes
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30min
April 18, 2019 #103 - Work Overload
This week on the show we process our bad work habits and what it means for the rest of our lives when we're overloaded. Join us for some bad work habits, good tips for being better and general banter.
Time Stamps
00:00 Welcome and weekly wins
04:15 Quick thoughts on our March book
09:15 Why do we choose work overload?
12:45 Saying yes, but not now
19:10 Working smart, not overworking
32:00 Goodbye and find us online
Show Notes
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35min
April 10, 2019 #102 - Overcoming the blank page
Episode 102: Overcoming the blank page
Do you spend time staring at the physical blank page (or metaphorical blank page)? More than just procrastination, the blank page can be a mixture of overwhelm, perfectionism or other expectations. This week we have a chat about our experiences with getting started and overcoming the blank page.
Time Stamps
00:00 Welcome and weekly wins
02:50 Our experience with the blank page
05:56 Perfectionism is back again
10:35 Inspiration and getting started
13:45 Overcoming what cripples you
18:48 Finding creativity elsewhere
20:41 Goodbye and find us online
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22min
March 13, 2019 #101 - How to get the most out of self-development books
Do you ever get to the end of a book and realise it went quite over your head? For Ep 101 we chat about how to get the most out of the self-development books we love.
If you haven’t checked out our book list to join the #tppbookclub then do it now! Visit http://www.pursuit-project.com/2019-book-club/
Time Stamps
00:00 Welcome and weekly wins
04:20 Our reflections on outliers
10:45 March Monthly Focus
16:25 Our reading habits
20:44 Recalling broad concepts
27:50 So how do we get the most out of them?
Framing your reading with what you're looking to get out of it
Outlining big themes
Taking targeted notes
35:55 Big reading mistakes
37:41 Goodbye and find us online
Show Notes
Outliers Book
Blink Book
Reaching Down the Rabbit Hole Book
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39min
March 09, 2019 #100 - Progressive Overload
This week on the show we apply the fitness concept of progressive overload to the broader area of life development. In short, how can we use the simple idea of steadily lifting heavier weights to grow with consistency in other areas of our life? Tune into our chat to find out!
Time Stamps
00:00 Welcome and weekly wins
02:35 What is progressive overload?
04:28 How to apply progressive overload to self development
8:10 A focus on consistency and tangible results
12:52 Improving day-to-day work
17:25 Should everyone work through progressive overload?
21:20 Goodbye and find us online
Show Notes
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24min

FAQs about The Pursuit Project: A productivity and self-development podcast:

How many episodes does The Pursuit Project: A productivity and self-development podcast have?

The podcast currently has 100 episodes available.