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Asian Efficiency

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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Forget New Year’s Resolutions: How an Annual Review...

Asian Efficiency ·

2025/12/30

Have you ever felt like every January, you step into the new year with grand promises, only to find those promises slip away by February? I remember a time when I was engrossed in a board game I loved—the game of Go. My mentor would always point out the same move I repeated over and […]

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The Hidden Power of Imperfection: Why Your “Ruined”...

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2025/12/30

We’ve all been there. You wake up a little late, maybe spill coffee on your favorite shirt, and then, just to top it off, you realize you’re almost out of gas on the way to work. In that moment, it’s easy to throw your hands up and declare, “My day is ruined!” It feels like […]

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The Ultimate Investment: Why Investing in Yourself is...

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2025/12/30

We all dream of a life where we’re thriving, not just surviving. A career that excites us, personal relationships that nourish us, and a constant sense of forward momentum. But how do we get there? It isn’t always about working harder or chasing the next big opportunity. Sometimes, the most powerful step you can take […]

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The Silent Saboteur: How Your Smartphone Might Be...

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2025/12/30

I remember a time, not so long ago, when my phone felt like a helpful sidekick. It was there when I needed it, a quick call, a text, maybe a map. But somewhere along the way, that sidekick started demanding more and more of my attention, subtly at first, then with an almost insatiable hunger. […]

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The Ultimate Toolkit: Brooks’ Essential Apps,...

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2025/12/30

We all have those moments, right? You’re deep in a project, feeling the flow, and then… you hit a snag. Maybe it’s a clunky app, a slow computer, or just a general feeling of disorganization. It’s in these moments that having the right tools can make all the difference. For years, I’ve been on a […]

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Stop Finding Time, Start Making It: Your Guide to...

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2025/12/30

Ever feel like you’re constantly putting out fires, reacting to every ping and notification, instead of steering your own ship? I’ve been there. Before Asian Efficiency, I had an office job in Los Angeles, and my days often felt like an endless stream of emergencies. My to-do list was basically dictated by whatever landed in […]

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The Ultimate Productivity Toolbox: My Personal...

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2025/12/30

Life often feels like a juggling act, doesn’t it? We’re constantly trying to balance work, personal life, health, and everything in between. For years, I chased every new productivity hack and shiny tool, hoping to find that one magic bullet that would make everything click. I’d download apps, buy gadgets, and try every system under […]

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The Unsung Heroes: Lessons Learned from 500 Episodes...

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2025/12/27

Life often throws us curveballs, doesn’t it? Sometimes, it feels like we’re constantly reacting, putting out fires, and just trying to keep our heads above water. I remember a time when my days felt like a never-ending game of whack-a-mole. Every time I knocked one task down, two more would pop up. It was exhausting, […]

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The Hidden Superpower: How Batching Transforms Your...

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2025/12/27

Ever feel like you’re constantly juggling tasks, switching gears every few minutes, and ending your day feeling exhausted but not truly accomplished? I know that feeling all too well. It’s like trying to catch water with a sieve – you’re putting in a lot of effort, but not much is sticking. For years, I found […]

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The Hidden Power of Questioning Everything: Why Your...

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2025/12/27

We all chase that feeling, don’t we? That surge of accomplishment when you tick off every item on your to-do list, the satisfaction of a perfectly organized inbox, the quiet hum of a day well-spent. But what if some of the very strategies we cling to for productivity are actually slowing us down? What if […]

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2024 Trends: How AI, Health, and Smart Apps Are...

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2025/12/27

I remember a time when my days were filled with endless to-do lists and frantic scrambles to manage every minute. It wasn’t until a personal health scare and a deep dive into new technology that I realized real productivity isn’t just about squeezing more tasks into the day. It’s about nurturing your energy, harnessing smart […]

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Organizing Your Digital Life: Practical Tips For...

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2025/12/22

Feeling overwhelmed by digital clutter? In this episode, Thanh and Brooks share practical tips to organize your files, meeting notes, and photos across all your devices and cloud storage. Learn how to centralize your assets, create smart folder structures, use consistent naming conventions, and leverage AI tools for effortless organization. Discover the 3-2-1 backup strategy […]

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Plan Your Week Before It Plans You

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2025/12/17

Does your week tend to fill up before you’ve had a chance to decide what actually matters? Too often, we move from meeting to meeting and task to task, reacting rather than choosing, and then wonder why the week felt busy yet unproductive. The problem usually isn’t effort or discipline; it’s that the week was […]

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The Hidden Work: Mastering Front Stage Vs. Back Stage...

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2025/12/15

Have you ever felt like you’re constantly performing, but the real work happens behind the scenes? This episode dives into Michael Hyatt’s powerful concept of “Front Stage vs. Back Stage” work from his “Freedom Work” framework. We’ll explore how distinguishing between visible, high-impact tasks like delivering a presentation and essential, behind-the-scenes efforts like organizing travel […]

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The Unsung Heroes of Longevity: Why Your Feet Are...

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2025/12/12

I used to think of my feet as just… feet. They got me from point A to point B, and as long as they didn’t hurt, I didn’t give them much thought. But then, a few years ago, I had a shoulder surgery. It was a labrum tear, and while I was rehabbing, I realized […]

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The Unsung Hero of Your Day: Why a “Rise Ritual” is...

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2025/12/12

I used to think productivity was all about grinding harder, working longer, and squeezing every last drop out of my day. I’d wake up, immediately dive into emails, and feel like I was already behind before my coffee even kicked in. Sound familiar? Maybe you’ve felt that rush too, the one where you’re constantly playing […]

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The Unsung Hero of Organization: Why Simple Habits...

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2025/12/12

Remember that feeling after a massive spring cleaning session? Everything sparkles, every item has its place, and you’re convinced this time it’s going to last. Yet, a week later, you find yourself back to square one—surrounded by the same familiar chaos. I’ve been there. I once celebrated my “organized chaos,” knowing exactly where everything was, […]

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The Hidden Power of Your Health: Why Tracking Metrics...

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2025/12/11

I remember a time when I thought I had productivity all figured out. I was the guy who read all the books, tried all the hacks, and meticulously planned every minute of my day. I’d wake up early, fueled by coffee, and dive straight into my to-do list, convinced that sheer willpower and a perfectly […]

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The Unseen Chains: Breaking Free When You Feel Stuck

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2025/12/11

Ever found yourself in a productivity rut, staring at your to-do list, knowing exactly what needs to be done, but feeling completely paralyzed? It’s a frustrating place to be. Maybe you’ve got a big project looming, a new habit you want to build, or even just your annual tax prep, and for some reason, you […]

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Lessons From Our Favorite Productivity Books

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2025/12/10

Discover the books that shaped my productivity philosophy and how their core lessons can transform your work and life. From mastering note-taking with the Zettelkasten method to understanding the power of sleep and identifying fake work, this episode shares actionable insights to help you get more done without sacrificing what truly matters. Get Notion, now […]

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