Behavior Gap Radio

In this episode, Carl shares a conversation that left him wondering whether he’s spent much of his career searching for a mythical “big switch” that would suddenly make everything take off. From marketing strategies to social media and the endless pursuit of the next big thing, he explores how easy it is to get caught up in the promise of a shortcut. Carl reflects on what might happen if we stopped looking for the magic switch and invested our energy in work that compounds slowly over time.Want more from Carl? Get the shortest, most impactful weekly email on the web! Sign up for the Weekly Letter from Certified Financial Planner™ and New York Times columnist Carl Richards here: https://behaviorgap.com/ 

In this field note, Carl shares the latest evolution of his simple index card experiment, designed to help him make progress on what matters most. He’s finding surprising value in limiting himself to just one meaningful action each day and answering one very simple question at the end: Did I do it, yes or no? It’s a reflection on focus, honest accountability, and the power of small actions repeated consistently over time.Want more from Carl? Get the shortest, most impactful weekly email on the web! Sign up for the Weekly Letter from Certified Financial Planner™ and New York Times columnist Carl Richards here: https://behaviorgap.com/ 

In this episode, Carl explores a piece of wisdom from his friend, Jennifer Garvey Berger: “Notice your simple stories. Remember they’re simple. Believe in them less.” From assumptions about money and success to the stories we tell ourselves about other people, Carl reflects on how easily these beliefs become things we never think to question. What might change if we got a little more curious about the stories we’ve been telling ourselves for years?Want more from Carl? Get the shortest, most impactful weekly email on the web! Sign up for the Weekly Letter from Certified Financial Planner™ and New York Times columnist Carl Richards here: https://behaviorgap.com/ 

In this episode, Carl follows up on his experiment with The System, answering questions about the Results and Blockers sections of his daily index card. He walks through how to review what actually happened, notice what got in the way, and use that information to make progress the next day. It’s a simple practice designed to keep us honest about what we’re doing without turning the process into another complicated productivity system.Want more from Carl? Get the shortest, most impactful weekly email on the web! Sign up for the Weekly Letter from Certified Financial Planner™ and New York Times columnist Carl Richards here: https://behaviorgap.com/