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Join Dr. Michael St. Pierre as he teaches the art and science of productivity. Anyone can be productive- nonprofit and ministry productivity takes something more. Learn how to time block, take meaningful breaks, use a digital task manager, organize your week and gently tame the procrastination dragon. www.michaelstpierre.org

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Join Dr. Michael St. Pierre as he teaches the art and science of productivity. Anyone can be productive- nonprofit and ministry productivity takes something more. Learn how to time block, take meaningful breaks, use a digital task manager, organize your week and gently tame the procrastination dragon. www.michaelstpierre.org

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Episodes
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Episode 33: Keep it Simple (the 6th Pillar of Calm Productivity)

7/9/2023
🎙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: 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:08:32

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Episode 32: The Power of Reflection (the 5th Pillar of Calm Productivity)

6/16/2023
🎙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: 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:11:14

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Episode 31: The 4th Pillar of Calm Productivity- Appreciation

5/18/2023
🎙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: Sign up today: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:04:49

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Episode 30: 5 Steps to Your Next Weekly Review

5/8/2023
🎙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: Sign up today: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:08:57

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Episode 29: Interview with Chris Wood of Effective Faith & his love of the Upnote App

4/22/2023
🎙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: 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:33:23

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Episode 28: Interview with Martine Ellis on Wellbeing-Driven Productivity

4/15/2023
🎙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: 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:25:26

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Episode 27: the 2nd Pillar of Calm Productivity (Preparedness)

3/28/2023
🎙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: 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:05:09

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Episode 26: Pillar #1 of Calm Productivity- Philosophy

3/19/2023
🎙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: 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:05:40

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Episode 25: 3 Reasons Why You Need a Rule of Life

3/13/2023
🎙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: 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:05:13

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Episode 24: The 8 Pillars of Calm Productivity

3/10/2023
🎙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: 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:10:12

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Episode 23: Time to Stop Tracking Your Time

2/28/2023
🎙In Episode 23, we're talking about time tracking. Actually, Mike shares how his Weekly Review surfaced for him some tension in his system. This then led to a swift adios to Toggl, a time tracking app that had been used for seven years. 👏 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: 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:05:21

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Episode 22: Guest Interview with Lucas Prigge, Productivity Expert

2/21/2023
🎙In Episode 22, we have a guest: Lucas Prigge, a YouTuber and productivity expert. He's reviewed hundreds of apps and has some excellent advice for nonprofit leaders. Keep it simple. Find an app that works for you. Let technology help you in your work. 📺Check out Lucas' website: https://lucasprigge.com as well as his YouTube channel. ✔️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: 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:33:00

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Episode 21: Starting a New Year on Your Own Terms

1/23/2023
🎙In Episode 21, we discuss how to begin a new year. Should you set a resolution? Should you avoid the pressure to set a resolution? How might your nonprofit benefit from some time spent in reflection? ✔️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: 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:07:42

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Episode 20: Join me at the Nonprofit Productivity Summit!

11/14/2022
🎙In Episode 20, we go behind the scenes of the upcoming Nonprofit Productivity Summit on Dec. 6th and 7th. This free and virtual event will connect you with thought leaders like Christina Lamas, Tiago Forte, Jason Fried and others- all dedicated to helping you be more productive! ✔️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: Sign up today: https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:05:16

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Episode 19: Do You Need a Manager to be Motivated?

10/20/2022
🎙In Episode 19, we discuss an article from Business Insider about remote work. Turns out, many bosses want their staffs to return to work but not for the reasons you think. (Check out the article here). ✔️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: Sign up today: https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:09:07

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Episode 18: Special Announcement - Nonprofit Studio

9/25/2022
🎙In Episode 18, we introduce you to Nonprofit Studio, the 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: Sign up today: https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message

Duration:00:02:34

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Episode 17: When an Old-Fashioned Phone Call Will Do

9/25/2022
🎙In Episode 17, we talk about the communication in a post-covid era. While your nonprofit may have defaulted to using video calls for everyday meetings, that doesn't mean that Zoom is the right medium for every meeting. We propose that old-fashioned phone calls are still great options for a variety of needs. 🏆As a follow up, take The Productivity Survey which helps NPP deliver relevant resources for busy nonprofit leaders. https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/survey 🥇 🔖 Sign up today for Nonprofit Studio, Mike's brand new newsletter. You'll get early access to community events, discounts and Mike's take on both nonprofit issues and matters of productivity. Sign up today: https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/newsletter 🐦Are you following Mike St. Pierre on Twitter? (https://twitter.com/mikekstpierre) 👍🏻Connect with Mike on LinkedIN: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekstpierre/) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message
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Episode 16: Getting Better at Being Productive

9/6/2022
🎙In Episode 16, we talk about the art of getting better at being productive. Three simple points make today's show zing and it concludes with some practical ways that you can turn your own productivity into a habit-making machine. 🏆As a follow up, take The Productivity Survey which helps NPP deliver relevant resources for busy nonprofit leaders. https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/survey 🥇 🐦Are you following Mike St. Pierre on Twitter? (https://twitter.com/mikekstpierre) 👍🏻Connect with Mike on LinkedIN: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekstpierre/) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message
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Episode 15: Time for Some Real Data (take the Productivity Survey)

8/31/2022
In this episode, you're invited to connect real data with the real-life experiences of nonprofit leaders. Our Productivity Survey takes less than two minutes to complete and is available via: https://www.nonprofitproductive.com/survey 👍🏻 Thank you for being a member of the NPP community and for completing the survey. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message
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Episode 14: Five Positive Contributors to a Great Vacation

8/10/2022
🎙In Episode 14 we talk about Mike's recent vacation. He used five simple techniques in order to turn a "staycation" into a truly restorative break from work. 🏆As a follow up, download today the Ideal Week Template over at: https://www.nonprofitproductive.com 🥇 🐦Are you following Mike St. Pierre on Twitter? (https://twitter.com/mikekstpierre) 👍🏻Connect with Mike on LinkedIN: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekstpierre/) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-st-pierre/message