The Secret to Long-Term Productivity: Preventive Maintenance

The Productivity Show

Long-term productivity thrives on consistency, not intensity.

In this episode, we explore how preventative maintenance using small, consistent habits can protect your energy, focus, and productivity from burning out over time.

With practical tips for fortifying your tech, health, and relationships, this episode is packed with actionable steps to help you avoid burnout and stay at your peak. Discover the subtle but powerful shifts that can keep you going strong without sacrificing your well-being.

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  • Top 3 Productivity Resources [3:00]
  • How does preventative maintenance relate to productivity? [6:49]
  • How to get started with preventative maintenance [15:17]
  • Preventative maintenance with technology [18:46]
  • Preventative maintenance with health and wellness [24:27]
  • Preventative financial maintenance [31:26]
  • Preventative maintenance for your relationships [34:29]
  • How do you make preventative maintenance a habit? [38:04]

Links:

  • Calm
  • Masterclass
  • LegalZoom
  • 25X Productivity Coaching
  • Steve Jobs, the Journey Is the Reward by Jeffrey S. Young
  • Never Enough: From Barista to Billionaire by Andrew Wilkinson
  • Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter by Liz Wiseman
  • Osprey Ultralight 20L Dry Stuff Pack
  • Proactive vs. Reactive: Stop Living on Autopilot (TPS478)
  • 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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