Every week Mike Vardy (aka The Productivityist) shares ideas, insights, and inspiration designed to improve your relationship with time and help you stop "doing" productive and start being productive.
Milestone Moments: The Story of Episode 500 of A Productive Conversation
Hello Reader,
Time has a beautiful way of weaving stories that, years later, we can look back on with awe. I want to share one such narrative that’s particularly close to my heart. A story about the journey from admiration to peership with someone I deeply respect.
Rewind to March 8th 2014 at South by Southwest in Austin, Texas. There, amidst the buzz and excitement, I briefly spent time with David Allen, best known as the creator of the Getting Things Done methodology. Although our encounter was fleeting, it left a lasting impression on me. At that time, I was an admirer, just beginning to carve out my path – even as I spoke on a panel at the event.
Leap ahead to April 25th 2023, and things had changed. After 3,335 days filled with relentless pursuit and passion, I stood alongside David, not just as an admirer, but as a peer. Our second meeting marked a significant personal and professional milestone for me. As a matter of fact, we spent more time discussing things outside of the realm of personal productivity and time management throughout our time together.
This evolution from admiration to peership is something that was on full display during our fireside chat at Running Remote in Lisbon, Portugal – a discussion I’m thrilled to share with you as the 500th episode of A Productive Conversation.
You can listen to this very special episode here.
It’s my hope that our conversation, and the story of the years between these two pivotal meetings, inspires you to continue pursuing your goals with tenacity and heart.
See you later,
Mike
P.S. Speaking of milestone moments, the holiday season is an occasion that offers plenty of them and I don’t want you to miss any of those. That’s why I’ve put together a FREE webinar, “The 1 Hour Holiday Action Plan,” scheduled for Tuesday November 21st at 11AM EST (8AM PST / 4PM GMT). This session is designed to prepare you for a season of joy and productivity. I can’t wait to share this space with you as we gear up for a memorable holiday season. Click here to register for FREE.
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Every week Mike Vardy (aka The Productivityist) shares ideas, insights, and inspiration designed to improve your relationship with time and help you stop "doing" productive and start being productive.
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