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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of The Friday Habit, Mark sits down with Steven Puri—film executive turned tech founder, productivity expert, and remote work evangelist. Steven’s career path has taken him from producing blockbuster hits like Die Hard and The Wolverine to raising millions in venture capital and building tools that help people focus better, work smarter, and reclaim their time.Steven shares fascinating behind-the-scenes lessons from Hollywood—how storytelling principles apply to business—and the practical strategies he’s developed for managing dopamine, achieving flow states, and structuring your day for maximum productivity. Whether you’re a leader managing a remote team or an entrepreneur trying to get more done without burning out, this conversation is packed with actionable insights.🧠 Takeaways:Great storytelling—on screen or in business—comes from understanding what’s really driving your characters (or customers).Your environment matters: create a dedicated space that triggers focus and productivity.Flow states require meaningful, challenging work matched to your skills, plus the right conditions (think music, timing, and feedback).Time boxing and knowing your chronotype help you tackle the right work at the right time of day.Limit distractions—just two hours of protected focus time can change your team’s output dramatically.Sometimes the key to momentum is starting small, not tackling the biggest task first.Decide if you’re serious—commitment comes before any productivity hack can work.You can find Steven at:Website: https://thesukha.coEmail: [email protected]📥 Download The Friday Habit Guide at https://thefridayhabit.com to learn how to set aside one full day each week to work on your business instead of in it.
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