Why We Use Heptabase at the Paperless Movement® as Our PKM Core App
At the Paperless Movement®, we’re long-term believers, often committing to tools for years, and using them daily. Our “year-long” approach forces us to rigorously test every tool, looking for strengths, weaknesses, and everything in between. This helps us offer genuine feedback, rooted in our experience. So when we endorse a tool, like Heptabase, it’s because […]
Why We’ve Stopped Using Mem as Our PKM’s Shallow Thinking Tool at the Paperless Movement®
In April 2021, when they raised $5.6 million, I began testing Mem, and by March 2022, I had fully embraced it, going all in. I even wrote an article titled “How and Why I’ve Dramatically Improved my PKM by Switching to Mem After 1 Year Using Obsidian”. This piece of content detailed my reasons for […]
Master Inbox Zero Daily: The Unbeatable Workflow I’ve Used for Decades
Email has been around since the dawn of the internet and, despite countless attacks (including many from me), it remains an essential tool for business professionals. As an incredible asynchronous communication method, it offers unparalleled benefits. Inside the ICOR® Framework, email sits at the intersection of Personal Project Management (PPM), Personal Knowledge Management (PKM), and […]
What Is a Productivity System for a Business Professional?
Here, at the Paperless Movement®, we help busy professionals develop their own “productivity system”. You may be wondering: What exactly is a “productivity system”? Why do you need it? What benefits do you get from it? I have spent decades creating productivity systems, not only for myself but also for thousands of individuals and businesses. […]
12 Top GUI/UX Productivity Apps to Work like a Pro
Anyone who knows me even just a little is aware of my passion for productivity apps that boast visually stunning and user-friendly interfaces. But it’s not just about aesthetics; user experience plays a crucial role in how I interact with these tools. There are two main reasons why such apps boost my productivity and results: […]
Turbocharge Your Goal Achievement with “The One” Technique
As a busy business professional, your days are filled with emails, phone calls, meetings, and unforeseen events. This type of shallow work is ubiquitous and can hinder your progress towards your goals, leading to feelings of frustration, unfulfillment, and dissatisfaction. It’s time to face reality and accept this is the nature of your career. Stop […]
The Proven Technique to Find the Best Game-Changing Productivity Tools
The story unfolds like this: Developers set out to tackle a problem and achieve success. They then move on to address another issue. Over time, they gradually lose focus as they attempt to solve an increasing number of problems. Eventually, they create a “one-size-fits-all” solution, convincing their users that it’s the answer to everything. Now, […]
Tana vs. Mem: Which Note-taking App will Boost Your Business Performance?
People often approach me with questions like the one mentioned in this post’s title. They’re aware of my affinity for Mem, yet they’re also intrigued by the stunning app Tana, which I equally adore. Both apps fall under the umbrella of “note-taking apps,” leading people to believe they must choose between the two. I find […]
How You Can Master Inboxes to Unlock The Full Potential of Your Productivity System
After talking with busy professionals about productivity for decades, I’ve concluded that many of them don’t fully grasp the concept of an inbox. As a result, they miss out on the incredible benefits it can bring to their productivity systems. Personally, using my inbox correctly has boosted my productivity and outcomes and reduced my anxiety […]
ICOR® Layer 3: the Ultimate Productivity Toolkit for Business Professionals
As a business professional, you have one ultimate goal when it comes to building your productivity system: reaching your goals by using the most effective tools in the most efficient way, without wasting time or energy. Let’s be honest, you’re fascinated by tools because they’re the key to achieving that ultimate goal. And that’s completely […]
