What Is Personal Knowledge Management (PKM) and a PKM System for Busy Professionals?
First things first. The logical starting point for conquering any challenge in life and achieving success begins with understanding concepts. We need to set clear boundaries so that we know exactly what we’re talking about at any given moment. So, let’s begin by creating our own definition of Personal Knowledge Management. Personal Knowledge Management, or […]
What Does Optimization Really Mean in a Productivity System?
Optimization and simplification are often confused, yet they’re quite different concepts. Simplification is about making things simpler, whereas optimization focuses on improving efficiency. To improve your workflows and boost your efficiency, I’ll delve into several strategies right now. 1. Batching First, there’s batching. This involves identifying and grouping similar tasks to execute them together. Some […]
My Life-Changing 13-Year Odyssey in Note-Taking and PKM
This article is a journey of discovery, a chance to engage in thoughtful reflection, which is especially meaningful nowadays, inspired by a year drawing to a close. My aim is to motivate you on your own journey in the realms of note-taking and Personal Knowledge Management (PKM), using my own experiences as a guide. I’ll […]
Unlock the Full Potential of ICOR® Output Elements for Flawless Project Management
Project Management is based on understanding and organizing your team’s tasks, which, as you might imagine, are numerous and often complex. To address this, at the Paperless Movement®, we’ve created the “Output Elements”, a set of objects to help you streamline these tasks. The Output Elements come in two primary categories: actionable and non-actionable. Actionable […]
What Is the Difference Between Calendars and Planners?
At the Paperless Movement®, we often get asked by our members and followers about the best tools to use. Our answer is simple: every tool is created with a specific purpose in mind, something it excels at. This main feature is the tool’s strength, while other functions might just be additional, less effective features. In […]
Boost Your Task Management System by Mastering Tasks, Speedies, and Reminders
To truly master task management, there are three key concepts you need to perfectly understand: Task Speedy Reminder Often, these terms become muddled in everyday language, leading to confusion. That’s why, at the Paperless Movement®, we continually stress the importance of understanding each concept. This comprehension is critical for ensuring that we always assign the […]
What Is the Difference Between “Task Management” and “Time Management”?
At the Paperless Movement®, we’ve noticed a lot of people mix up two important concepts: “Time Management” and “Task Management”. It’s an easy mistake to make, especially since these two overlap quite a bit. We believe that understanding these concepts is key to designing and implementing effective workflows with the right tools. Yes, we always […]
How to Perfectly Store a Digital Note in Your Productivity System?
If you’re reading this, it’s likely that you’re grappling with the chaos of disorganized notes. I can envision it: notes on your tablet from meetings, random thoughts on your phone, and, dare I say, even an avalanche of sticky notes all over your desktop. And let’s not talk about the aftermath: hunting for that one […]
Why ClickUp is the Go-To Project Management Tool for the Paperless Movement®
At the Paperless Movement®, we position ClickUp as a pivotal tool at the crossroads of BPM and BKM within our ICOR® Framework. Our confidence in ClickUp stems from its unparalleled ability to streamline two crucial areas in any business: Project Management, ACTION, and Knowledge Management, INFORMATION. Using a single tool for both becomes a crucial […]
We Don’t Need a Second Brain. One Is Enough!
Words matter. They show what we really think, and the concepts we have inside our minds. When we use words, we’re really building on our ideas, shaping how we think. Words turn our thoughts into actions and, what we do, in turn, affects how we work and live. The concept of a “Second Brain” essentially […]
