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Asian Efficiency is the leading website on time management and productivity. Learn how to be efficient, get things done (GTD), and stay motivated.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Stop Reinventing the Wheel and Start Copying What Works

    Learn why the fastest path to behavior change isn’t willpower… it’s copying the specific tactics of people already succeeding. Thanh shares Katy Milkman’s Copy & Paste strategy and how a simple borrowed habit transformed his team’s energy. Discover how to find your own playbook and accelerate your results this week. Ready to tackle bigger problems? […]

    9 min

  2. 5 DAYS AGO

    Tips for Strategic Planning: Frameworks and Tactics for 2026

    Strategic planning isn’t just a “box to check”—it’s the foundation of your growth. In this episode, we dive into the essential tips and techniques for effective strategic planning in 2026. We explore mental frameworks like Mind Mapping and Zettelkasten, tactical execution through purposeful meetings, and how to leverage AI as a strategic partner. Whether you’re […]

    42 min

  3. 2 FEB

    Copy & Paste Strategy: How to Accelerate Change by Borrowing What Works

    In this episode, we dive into Katy Milkman’s “Copy & Paste” strategy—a powerful shortcut for behavior change. Instead of reinventing the wheel, learn how to identify “close match” role models and deliberately imitate their specific tactics. We explore the research showing why copying beats planning, share real-world examples from exercise to automation, and give you […]

    41 min

  4. 28 JAN

    Stop Sabotaging Your Focus: Deep Work Mistakes to Avoid

    Deep work isn’t just about willpower… it’s about strategy. In this episode, I’m breaking down the common mistakes that kill your focus, from poor energy management to environment design that works against you. Learn how to align your tasks with your natural rhythms and set realistic expectations so you can finally get the important things […]

    9 min

  5. 26 JAN

    Evolution, Not Revolution: How to Supercharge Your Existing Routines

    Stop trying to build new habits from scratch. In this episode, we explore why upgrading your current routines is the secret to sustainable productivity. We dive into the science of the 1% rule, habit stacking, and energy management. Learn how to identify what’s already working and apply small, strategic tweaks (like the “Never Miss Twice” […]

    44 min

  6. 21 JAN

    Stop Living at Work: Boundaries That Actually Work

    When does your workday actually end—and who gets to decide? In a hybrid world where home and office blur together, it’s easy to feel like you’re always “on,” answering one last email at night and checking Slack before your feet hit the floor in the morning. That constant low-level pull can quietly drain your energy, […]

    8 min

  7. 19 JAN

    From Ideas to Execution: A Creative Workflow w/ Jeffrey Madoff

    How do some people consistently turn raw ideas into real, finished work—while others stay stuck waiting for inspiration to strike? In this encore conversation, Thanh sits down with legendary creative entrepreneur and Parsons professor Jeffrey Madoff to unpack the mindset and structure behind sustainable creativity. From building a fashion company at 22 to producing campaigns […]

    53 min

  8. 14 JAN

    Stop Chasing Goals and Start Building Systems for Success

    Why do goals fail while systems succeed? This productivity systems episode reveals how small structural changes create consistent progress without relying on motivation or willpower. Learn the “never skip twice” rule, build habit stacks that stick, and start creating the engine that powers your productivity every single day. Get Notion, now with Notion Agent at […]

    11 min
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Asian Efficiency is the leading website on time management and productivity. Learn how to be efficient, get things done (GTD), and stay motivated.

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  • Creator
    Asian Efficiency
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Asian Efficiency, LLC
  • Show Website
    The Productivity Show

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