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Discover the surprisingly simple truth behind extraordinary results. Learn how the most successful people in the world approach productivity, time management, business, health and habits with The ONE Thing. A ProduKtive® Podcast.

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For years, Jen Davis did what high performers are taught to do. Say yes. Move faster. Carry more responsibility. Lead at a high level and keep pushing. From the outside, her career looked like the definition of success.

Then she was forced to pause.... more

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We’re closing out the year with a special highlight reel from some of Jay Papasan’s favorite conversations of 2025, all centered on two big themes: taking action and sustaining action.

On the “taking action” side, Jenny Wood reframes fear as a signa... more

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So much of life runs on a “default” operating system—school, work, productivity tools, even your phone. But what happens when that default just doesn’t work for you?

In this episode, Jay Papasan sits down with BestSelf Co. founder Cathryn Lavery to ... more

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Are you choosing the right book for the season you’re in—or just grabbing whatever looks interesting?

In this solo episode, Jay Papasan walks through the ten books he recommends and gifts more than any others. These are not simply his “favorites”—th... more

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Recent Guests

Pat Flynn
Entrepreneur and Author
Episode: How to Take Action in 2026: 11 Lessons from Gary Keller, Morgan Housel, and Sahil Bloom
Morgan Housel
Author and financial writer
Episode: How to Take Action in 2026: 11 Lessons from Gary Keller, Morgan Housel, and Sahil Bloom
Dr. Robin Hanley-Defoe
Behavioral psychologist
Episode: How to Take Action in 2026: 11 Lessons from Gary Keller, Morgan Housel, and Sahil Bloom
Jenny Wood
Author of Wild Courage
Episode: How to Take Action in 2026: 11 Lessons from Gary Keller, Morgan Housel, and Sahil Bloom
Cathryn Lavery
Founder of BestSelf Co, expert on productivity and ADHD
BestSelf Co
Episode: 536. She Turned Her Personal Productivity Journal into a 7-Figure Business w/ Cathryn Lavery
Dr. Robyn Hanley-Dafoe
Behavioral psychologist and author, expert on resilience and burnout
Episode: 534. The Surprising Science Behind Burnout (And How to Avoid It) w/ Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe
Sahil Bloom
Author of The Five Pillars of Wealth and writer of The Sahil Chronicles newsletter.
Episode: 529. Your Calendar Is Your Scorecard - Are You Winning or Losing? With Sahil Bloom
Todd Sattersten
An authority on self-help and business books and the author of 'The 100 Best Books for Work and Life'.
Bar Press
Episode: 527. The 100 Best Books for Work and Life
Liz Bohannon
A serial entrepreneur, author, and founder of Sseko Designs.
Noonday Collection
Episode: 523. Create Your Village (Even in a “Me” Culture) with Liz Bohannon

Host

Jay Papasan
Co-host and co-author of The ONE Thing, focused on productivity and success strategies.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Worth every minute!

    I’ve really enjoyed listening to The One Thing podcast and keep sending episodes to my team. It’s such great content. Life changing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RLermy
    Canada6 months ago
  • Top 5

    The One Thing Podcast is in my top 5 that I listen to weekly.

    Highly Recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FBG Realtor
    United States7 months ago
  • Wisdom, Experience, Thinking Bigger while Taking Action on Less

    If you want to build your best possible life this is the podcast for you. Jay has a super power of communicating & teaching lessons, tactics, & best practices to build your best possible business to fund your best life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Follow This Podcast
    United Statesa year ago
  • Cheers to new beginnings

    I have been a long time fan of the One Thing, both the podcast and the practice. Jay coming back to the helm gives a refreshing look at what it means to dream and to do. So many of my friends are in stages of growth and reinvention - this podcast gives such practical ways to grow slowly and then suddenly into the life we want to imagine. Highly recommend a listen! And even better - a subscribe. :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oh Say Sey
    United Statesa year ago
  • Lost focus

    Prime focus no longer “The One Thing”. Has some good content but definitely changed course after changing host. Sorry but the caliber has never recovered.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lgrubaugh
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Many reviews emphasize the motivational aspect of the discussions, noting that the podcast serves as a strong source of inspiration for personal and professional growth.
Listeners highly appreciate the actionable insights and practical advice offered, often expressing that they find tremendous value in the content shared.
Some listeners have expressed concerns about shifts in hosting and content direction, indicating a range of opinions about the evolution of the show.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#28
United States/Business/Careers
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#41
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#137
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#67
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#95
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#138
Australia/Business/Careers

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

536. She Turned Her Personal Productivity Journal into a 7-Figure Business w/ Cathryn Lavery
Q: What advice would you give to someone who feels the default system does not work for them?
Start getting into personal development, experimenting with different systems that work for people by reading and learning.
534. The Surprising Science Behind Burnout (And How to Avoid It) w/ Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe
Q: If someone's already experiencing burnout, what should they do?
They need to stop and simplify their responsibilities, minimizing the blast radius of their actions.
534. The Surprising Science Behind Burnout (And How to Avoid It) w/ Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe
Q: How can we find our own agency when we feel like we've lost it?
You can shift your perspective from 'I have to do this' to 'I get to do this' to reclaim a sense of control.
534. The Surprising Science Behind Burnout (And How to Avoid It) w/ Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe
Q: What are some strategies we can tackle to try to maybe avoid burnout?
First, it's helpful to know what burnout actually looks like and to establish healthy boundaries, perhaps by prioritizing your values.
527. The 100 Best Books for Work and Life
Q: What do high achievers, how are they going to use this book?
High achievers can use the curated selections to address specific problems they face in personal and professional development.

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Focusing on the principles of productivity and time management, this podcast addresses how high achievers can streamline their efforts to achieve extraordinary results through a singular focus on key priorities. The discussions often include insights from guests across various fields, such as finance, health, and entrepreneurship, who share strategies for overcoming challenges like burnout, maintaining balance, and improving overall well-being. Unique in its approach, the content is designed to be practical and actionable, allowing listeners to apply lessons directly to their personal and professional lives.

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Recent guests on The ONE Thing include:

1. Pat Flynn
2. Morgan Housel
3. Dr. Robin Hanley-Defoe
4. Jenny Wood
5. Cathryn Lavery
6. Dr. Robyn Hanley-Dafoe
7. Sahil Bloom
8. Todd Sattersten

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