Ever feel like productivity is more exhausting than empowering? In this episode, Joe and Curt explore how to unlock Effortless Action—a mindset and strategy inspired by Greg McKeown’s book Effortless. Whether it’s organizing the garage, hitting fitness goals, or untangling complex work projects, the Dudes dive into how clarity, simplicity, and steady momentum can make big wins feel breezy. From defining what “done” really means to using AI and visual trackers to build progress, this episode is a practical guide to doing less but achieving more. Because when you simplify the path, progress flows naturally—and stress takes a back seat.

• Define “Done”: Clarity creates motion. If you know what success looks like, it’s easier to get there.
• Simplify to Amplify: Strip out the fluff. Less friction = more action.
• Momentum Over Motivation: Small wins build energy and confidence.
• Direction Beats Speed: Slow progress in the right direction beats fast chaos.

• Win: Built a solar powered water fountain and bird bath
• Resource: Ninja Outdoor Pizza Oven - Refurbished Amazon for $200

Been practicing for a couple weeks; fun afternoon at friends house making pizza

• Quote: “Instead of pushing harder, find a different path.” Ask yourself a question. “What if this could be easy?” - Greg McKeown

• Win: Pulled off a surprise Bday party for my wife
• Resource:

Forbes article: The Cycle Of Success: How Momentum Turns Habits Into Results by Mike Cangi https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2024/10/08/the-cycle-of-success-how-momentum-turns-habits-into-results/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

• Quote: “Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex... It takes a touch of genius to move in the opposite direction.” - Ernst F. Schumacher

Effort doesn’t have to feel heavy. This episode is your permission slip to lighten the load, think with clarity, and move with purpose. From DIY projects to drafting blog posts, the key is to simplify, define, and start. Let the wins compound—because when the action’s effortless, the results speak for themselves. Website: dudesinprogress.com Email: dudes@dudesinprogress.com P.S. Want a free copy of Effortless or The Big Leap? Be one of the first to shoot us an email! Support the show 👉 dudesinprogress.com/support Come hang with us on Facebook and Twitter