How long does it take to learn a new productivity tool?
In a recent Podcast episode by the Paperless Movement®, Tom Solid and Paco Cantero address an important question from Mary, a member struggling with integrating new productivity tools. Mary shares her challenge of learning and effectively utilizing new tools amidst a busy workflow, leading to frustration and frequent tool-hopping. She seeks advice on how to […]
How to Achieve your Business Goals on Autopilot
In a recent Podcast episode by the Paperless Movement®, Tom Solid and Paco Cantero delve into the IORE concept—a workflow centered around weekly goals and daily highlights. This method is crucial for managing tasks efficiently and ensuring a sense of accomplishment. Let’s explore the key aspects of this productivity approach. The IORE Concept: A Roadmap […]
Don’t use Tana for Note-Taking if…
In a recent podcast episode of “Productivity Like a Pro” by the Paperless Movement®, Tom Solid and Paco Cantero delve into the nuances of productivity tools, with a provocative discussion on whether or not to use Tana, a popular outliner application. They clarify that the title “Don’t Use Tana” is not an outright rejection but […]
Discover Reflect: The Minimalist Note-Taking Tool You Need
In a recent podcast episode of “Productivity like a Pro,” Tom (Dr. Thomas Roedl) from the Paperless Movement® sat down with Sam Claassen, the Head of Growth at Reflect, to discuss the latest advancements and features of the Reflect app. Here’s a deep dive into their conversation about how Reflect is transforming note-taking with AI […]
Apple’s Keynote: A Letdown for Busy Professionals
In a recent video by the Paperless Movement®, Tom Solid and Paco Cantero dive into the latest Apple keynote and its implications for busy professionals. Despite their loyalty to Apple products, Tom and Paco express a shared disappointment with the new updates, reflecting on the challenges of integrating Apple’s incremental improvements into a fast-paced, productivity-driven […]
Develop your Thinking – Correct use of OneNote, Evernote and co.
In a recent video by the Paperless Movement®, Tom Solid and Paco Cantero delve into the complexities of journaling, answering a member’s question about note-taking in OneNote and Evernote. They discuss various journaling methods, tools, and their benefits, providing insights on how to effectively manage and store information. Journaling Categories Memories Tom and Paco start […]
Master the Execution Beast: Get Things Done Efficiently
In a recent video by the Paperless Movement®, Tom Solid and Paco Cantero discussed an essential concept for Busy Professionals: the Execution Beast. This methodology, a part of the ICOR® system, focuses on action and helps professionals stay productive by addressing three critical questions: When am I doing this? What do I do now? Am […]
Reflecting on Life and Productivity: A Birthday Special
In a recent Productivity like a Pro Podcast episode by the Paperless Movement®, Tom Solid and Paco Cantero dive into a special topic: an annual birthday analysis. Paco, celebrating his birthday, shares his insights and reflections on the importance of stopping to evaluate one’s life and productivity system. He emphasizes the value of this practice, […]
Heptabase – Interview with Founder Alan Chan
In a recent episode of the “Productivity like a Pro” podcast, Tom Solid welcomed Alen Jen, the founder of Heptabase, back to the show to discuss the numerous updates and enhancements that have been integrated into Heptabase over the past year. Heptabase, known for its intuitive and powerful note-taking capabilities, has undergone significant improvements, particularly […]
Automating Meeting Notes like a Pro with MeetGeek
In a recent episode of the Productivity like a Pro podcast, Tom & Paco delve into an engaging conversation with Dan Huru, the founder and CEO of MeetGeek. As an AI tool that’s been a part of the Paperless Movement®’s workflow for over a year, MeetGeek stands out for its ability to automate and summarize […]