3 Task Management Strategies that Really Work
To create a reliable and effective Task Management System, it’s crucial to focus on strong concepts and strategies right from the start. In this article, I’ll share three of the best approaches I’ve discovered over many years of assisting busy professionals in developing their end-to-end productivity systems from scratch. These strategies have become the cornerstones […]
How the “System Approach” Surpasses the “Tool Approach” to Craft Your Perfect Productivity Tool Stack
It might sound a bit extreme, but to boost your productivity, you need to adopt a “killer” mindset. This means ruthlessly eliminating any ineffective processes, strategies, or tactics. It’s about a fundamental shift in thinking, moving from familiar approaches to something dramatically different. Because continuing with the same old methods will only yield the same […]
3 Powerful Automation Approaches to Boost Your Productivity
Automation is often mistakenly thought to be solely about software operating independently. However, automation extends far beyond just software and computers acting on your behalf. In this article, we’ll explore three distinct approaches to successful automation. Approach 1: Running Things on Autopilot Firstly, there’s what we call “running things on autopilot”. This approach is about […]
What Is a Note for Busy Professionals in the Realm of Note-Taking?
In life, it’s always crucial to start from the beginning. And, when it comes to note-taking, understanding the concept of “a note” is the starting point without any doubt. It is essential to have a clear and common understanding of what a note is so whenever we refer to that concept, we guarantee we’re always […]
The Execution Beast: The Perfect Mental Model to Plan, Execute, and Achieve All Your Goals
ICOR® splits a productivity system end to end in two different worlds: information and action. If you’ve already gone through our course “PKM like a Pro”, you’ll know that we’ve created a mental model called “The Capturing Beast” to help you capture the information that really matters to you. But information is just part of […]
10 Key Reasons Why Tana Has Become the PKM Game-Changer I’ve Always Dreamed Of
I began exploring Tana in October 2022 and here you can read and find my initial thoughts. At first, I was skeptical as it reminded me of Roam Research’s rise to fame. After decades in the productivity realm, trying (literally) countless software tools, and growing older (I was born in 1976), I’ve become more doubtful […]
Harness These 2 Crucial Insights for a Top-Notch Task Management Tool Stack
“Shallow Work” and “Deep Work” are concepts originated from the book “Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World” of our results. Understanding the difference between them is essential because they have a deep impact on how we should plan each day. Ensuring we’re continually progressing towards achieving our daily goals is the […]
How to Effortlessly Craft a Powerful 2-Hour Yearly Review with Top Workflows and Tools
Many of our Paperless Movement® Membership members often reach out to me, curious about how I manage my yearly planning. Juggling responsibilities across four different companies, coupled with a rather intense personal life, might sound like a recipe for a challenging yearly review. However, it’s turned out to be a surprisingly effective way to alleviate […]
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 […]
