The following books, tools, and products are ones that I personally have benefited from. They get the Toil+Profit stamp of approval, and although I cannot make any claims that they will improve your productivity two-fold, anecdotally that HAS been the case for myself… maybe even three-fold 😎

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Logitech MX Master 4 Mouse - I technically use the MX Master 3, but would love to upgrade to the new model eventually.

Orbitkey Desk Mat - Having a physical toolbar for accessing pens, a document hideaway, and an excellent “leather” surface to write on is a real game changer.

CarbonKlean Eyeglass Lens Cleaner - The worlds best way to clean your glasses or sun glasses.

LG 34” UltraWide Monitor - Most people realize having a second screen is really helpful for working on projects, UltraWide gives you the utility of two monitors with the simplicity of one.

Sony XM4 Headphones - There is a sweet simplicity to AirPods but when you want overhead headphone emersion, Sony has you covered.

Autonomous ErgoChair Pro - My desk chair in my home office and at work. I actually have the Standard one at home and the Pro at work… the Pro is worth it.

Aiden Coffee Maker - Drip coffee simplicity and automation combined with Pour-over coffee taste and experience. I’ve heard Fellow’s grinder is also great!

Hatch Restore Alarm Clock - White noise (various sounds) and sunrise alarm clock. Greatly improves sleep and your morning routine.

Raycast Pro - The EVERYTHING APP to rule all everything apps… and guess what you can use it for FREE, and if you find Pro useful, then you can upgrade!

Readers Bible - No chapters or verse markings. Read the story of Scripture as a united whole and improve your active recall. I have the ESV version but it’s out of print and therefore more costly.

Tools of Titans - Various key takeaways from top performers around the world.

Ploductivity - A theology of productivity.

Building a Second Brain - One of those few systems/organization books that fundamentally changed my life.

Why Does the Stock Market Go Up - The starter book that got me into investing.

Be Thou My Vision - A devotional resource that aids you in personal liturgy and walks you through the confessions of the Christian faith. There is also an Advent version, and an Easter version.

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In all toil there is profit, but mere talk tends only to poverty - Proverbs 14:23