The Wholistic Productivity Podcast

Distractions are one of the biggest killers of productivity—every interruption can cost you up to 23 minutes of focus time. In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun dives into the science and strategies behind protecting your attention so you can get meaningful work done.

Here’s what you’ll learn in Episode 29:

• Why focus is a finite resource and how to spend it wisely
• The hidden costs of distractions on ...

Are you drowning in digital files, scattered notes, and endless bookmarks? In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun unpacks Tiago Forte’s PARA Method and the concept of a Second Brain — powerful tools for organizing your life and taming information overload.

You’ll discover:

• The four pillars of PARA: Projects, Areas, Resources, Archives
• How to use PARA across files, notes, bookmarks, and even physical st...

In this inspiring episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun sits down with Mike Meyers — U.S. Army veteran and co-founder and Commissioner of the Military Basketball Association (MBA).

Mike shares his journey from 23 years of active duty service, including his deployment to Iraq, to building a nationwide league that now includes a thousand active duty service members and veterans. The MBA isn’t just about competiti...

In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun sits down with Dr. Dewey Murdick — professor, researcher, and leading voice in AI policy and security. Together, they unpack the real-world implications of artificial intelligence: from its history and breakthroughs to the ethical dilemmas shaping policy and everyday life.

You’ll hear about:

• The surprising timeline of AI’s development
• What Washington is wrestling ...

It may still be 2025, but if you want to hit the ground running in the new year, the time to start planning is now. 

In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, host Chris LeBrun shares why proactive planning is always better than reactive scrambling—and how to map out your goals for 2026 with confidence and clarity.

Chris introduces the PLAN framework (Picture your vision, Link resources, Assign goals, Navigate the steps)...

Words matter more than we think—especially when it comes to productivity. In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun shares the four words he banned from his vocabulary and why replacing them has changed the way he approaches his goals. 

Discover how language shapes productivity, how mindset shifts can fuel motivation, and why balanced, wholistic productivity works better than grinding or chasing hacks. If y...

What does it look like to emerge from the darkest part of your life and rebuild with purpose?

In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, I talk with Bernie Anderson—a marathon runner, mountain climber, nonprofit leader, and overcomer of addiction. Bernie shares his powerful story of recovery, resilience, and redemption—and how the lessons he’s learned continue to shape his leadership and his life.

Today, Bernie serves as ...

Mental wellness isn’t just about getting through a crisis—it’s about developing the resilience, awareness, and tools to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and hope.

In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun talks with Mario Broussard II, a licensed clinical social worker and mental wellness advocate, about the importance of tending to your emotional well-being before you hit a breaking point. 

Mario sha...

What does it look like to lead with deep empathy—and turn that compassion into tangible, global impact?

In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun speaks with nonprofit entrepreneur Lauren Lombard about her work supporting vulnerable populations in Haiti, Uganda, and Tanzania. Lauren shares how she’s built meaningful relationships across cultures, navigated complex challenges, and remained centered on human ...

What do mountain summits and million-dollar fundraising goals have in common?

In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun sits down with nonprofit leader and mountain climber Joy McKee for an inspiring conversation about what it really takes to lead well, achieve goals, and keep showing up when the trail gets steep—literally and figuratively.

Joy shares her journey through leadership in the nonprofit world, ho...

Even before world #1 golfer Scottie Scheffler won the 2025 British Open, he made headlines for his surprising take on winning. “The satisfaction doesn’t last long,” he said.

In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, productivity coach Chris LeBrun unpacks Scheffler’s viral comments and explores how they reflect a deeper truth about the limits of professional success. From million-dollar tournaments to 11th-hour fundrais...

It doesn’t matter how great your planner is or how detailed your productivity strategy may be—if you don’t take action, none of it works.

In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun shares the one non-negotiable strategy every productivity system depends on: taking action. Drawing inspiration from Mel Robbins’ “5 Second Rule” and decades of experience in fundraising and goal-setting, Chris explores the differ...

In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, host Chris LeBrun explores a powerful mindset shift that can dramatically transform how you measure success, sustain motivation, and experience joy along the way.

Drawing inspiration from the book The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy, Chris explains why most people unknowingly measure progress the wrong way—through what’s missing (the gap)—and how this lea...

In this powerful episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris welcomes leadership strategist, executive coach, and keynote speaker Pierre Quinn. Named one of the Global Gurus’ Top 30 Leadership Professionals, Pierre shares how ideation, emotional intelligence, and storytelling are core to modern leadership. From fundraising and higher education to pastoring and entrepreneurship, Pierre’s journey is a masterclass in turning ...

We’re almost officially halfway through the year—how are your goals holding up?

In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, we introduce the RESET framework, a powerful five-step mid-year check-in process that will help you realign your goals, optimize your systems, and take meaningful action. Whether you're ahead of schedule, feeling behind, or have completely pivoted, this is the perfect time to stop, reflect, and ...

mposter syndrome is real—and it often keeps us from chasing goals that feel outside of our comfort zone. But here’s the truth: your goals won’t stick unless they become part of your identity.

In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun explores how identity shapes what we do, what we avoid, and ultimately how productive we can be.

You’ll discover:

• Why identity creates community and connection—even in unexpe...

Meetings that should’ve been emails. Emails that spiral into endless “reply all” chains. If you’ve ever felt like your productivity is being hijacked by these time-wasters, this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast is for you.

I break down why meetings and email are two of the biggest productivity killers—and more importantly, how you can take back control of your time. You’ll learn:

• Why poorly run meetings drain both ti...

Goals aren’t the finish line—they’re milestones on the journey of growth. In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun unpacks the mindset you need to not just set goals, but to keep building confidence and motivation as you achieve them.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why goals are not the final destination but stepping stones to bigger dreams
• How to strike the balance between goals that are too easy (uninspirin...

Productivity struggles often come down to two big factors: skills and time. In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun continues the series on why we aren’t productive by exploring these two critical areas—and how you can strengthen them.

You’ll learn:

• Why the rapid pace of technology creates a constant skill gap—and how to keep learning without overwhelm
• How lack of proficiency slows you down (and why fin...