183. Leading Smart: Harnessing Productivity with Dermot Crowley

The Leadership Project Podcast

💭 Ever wondered how productivity can be optimized in a hybrid work model?
Join us as Dermot Crowley, the visionary behind Adapt Productivity, unveils the journey from his humble beginnings in Ireland to becoming one of Australia's leading productivity experts. Discover how Dermot's passion for productivity, which began with simple paper diary systems and evolved alongside technological advancements like Microsoft Outlook, can help you overcome common productivity pitfalls and improve both personal and team efficiency.
Tune in to learn how intentional planning and execution, combined with strategic use of tools like Microsoft Teams, Jira, and Miro boards, can transform the way you and your team work—whether remotely or in the office.
Dermot shares actionable insights on differentiating between urgency and importance when prioritizing tasks, establishing effective planning routines, and managing time and communication within teams. He emphasizes the critical role of leadership in fostering a productive culture, ensuring clarity, alignment, and accountability across your organization.
Get ready to reclaim control over your workday as we tackle the challenges of disengagement and constant distractions in today's flexible work environments.
Learn how to manage incoming work, optimize your email and meeting cultures using principles like the Nash equilibrium, and foster a sense of agency and engagement among your team members. Dermot's journey, strategies, and favorite resources will leave you inspired and equipped to enhance productivity both personally and within your teams.
🌐 Connect with Dermot:
• Website: https://adaptproductivity.com.au/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dermotcrowley/

📚 You can purchase Dermot's books at Amazon:
• Smart Work: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1394189850/
• Smart Teams: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C6HD2XMW/
• Lead Smart: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1394188609/
• Urgent!: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G1YGXY9/

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Chapters

1. Expert Insights on Productivity and Collaboration (00:00:00)

2. Optimizing Productivity Through Alignment and Planning (00:10:37)

3. Effective Planning and Prioritization (00:24:04)

4. Strategies for Effective Time Management (00:27:48)

5. Taking Control of Personal Productivity (00:35:22)

6. Improving Team Productivity Through Communication (00:46:59)

7. Optimizing Leadership for Team Productivity (00:57:58)

8. Navigating Team Productivity Challenges (01:08:02)