Jordan M. Ellis

Author of The 30-Day Productivity Reset

Why Most Goals Fail (And What Works)

Why Most Goals Fail (And How to Build a System That Actually Works) Most goals don’t fail because people give up. They fail because the system supporting them was never realistic to begin with. We tend to set goals based on best-case energy, ideal schedules, and a version of ourselves who has more time and […]

What I’m Leaving Behind in 2025 (And What I’m Bringing Into 2026)

The end of the year is a natural moment to pause. Not to judge or criticize, but to reflect. What am I ready to leave behind? What do I want to carry forward with intention? This simple exercise can bring clarity, calm, and a sense of grounded direction. Here are a few things many of […]

My Favorite Productivity Tools and Workbooks

Productivity tools are everywhere—but the right ones make all the difference. Over the years, I’ve experimented with dozens of apps and systems. Some helped. Some just added noise. My favorite productivity tools and workbooks blend the new and the old. 1. Notion I use it to organize long-term plans, resources, and project notes. It’s flexible, […]

The Productivity Toolkit: Build a System That Fits Your Brain

The Productivity Toolkit: Build a System That Fits Your Brain (and Finally Sticks) Most productivity systems fail for a simple reason: they don’t help you build a productivity system that fits your brain. If you’ve ever felt frustrated that planners, apps, or time-blocking hacks just don’t work for you, you’re not alone. Most of what’s […]

How The 30-Day Productivity Reset Book Helped Me Use AI to Stay Focused

Ever feel like your brain has 47 browser tabs open? Same here—until I started using AI alongside The 30-Day Productivity Reset book to focus, simplify, and actually finish what I start. Why I Started Using AI for Focus When I was creating The 30-Day Productivity Reset: A Guided Workbook with Simple AI Prompts to Build […]

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