Productivity like a Pro!
Welcome to "Productivity like a Pro", the official podcast of the Paperless Movement® hosted by world's leading business productivity experts Tom Solid and Paco Cantero. As busy professionals, you're no stranger to the overwhelming flood of information and the myriad of digital tools. Together, we cut through the noise, transforming clutter into clarity and information into action. Delve into the ICOR® methodology and meet a community of experts, industry leaders, and innovators to provide you with the strategies needed to harness your productivity tools and tailor them to your workflow. Expect enlightening conversations with the brains behind top productivity platforms an...
ChatGPT takes on Mem AI Note Taking REVOLUTION
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In this jam-packed session, we’ve reflected on the transformative changes within the Paperless Movement® membership and dived deep into the evolving world of AI and productivity tools. From discussing our exciting decision to make the membership free, granting access to live streams, tool discounts, discussion forums, and much more, to analyzing the rise (and potential fall) of tools like Mem—there’s plenty to explore!
We highlighted how tools like ClickUp, Heptabase, and even ChatGPT have not only revolutioniz...
Future-Proof Your Productivity with THIS One Book!
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In this episode of Productivity Like a Pro, we, Paco Cantero and Tom Solid, dive into a milestone project that has redefined productivity for busy professionals—our ICOR® Journey book. This isn’t just another productivity book. It encapsulates decades of our combined experience in corporate environments and business ownership, offering a pragmatic and proven methodology that’s tool-agnostic, highly adaptable, and built to simplify complexity.
We share the journey behind creating ICOR®, which stands for Input, Control, Outpu...
Busy Professionals STOP Wasting Time with Apple Notes for Note-Taking
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In this podcast episode, we’ve explored the evolving role of Apple Notes in productivity workflows. From its early days as a simple note-taking app to its current state as a convenient tool in the Apple ecosystem, Apple Notes has come a long way. We highlighted its strengths, like seamless synchronization, ease of use, and quick access, especially with the Apple Pencil. However, as workflows grow more complex, Apple Notes can often fall short as a scalable solution.
We...
Why Gantt Charts Are Failing You: Smarter Project Management with ICOR®
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In this episode of *Productivity Like a Pro*, we dove deep into the challenges of traditional project management tools like Gantt charts and why they may be holding you back. From unrealistic long-term planning to the endless cycle of outdated task dependencies, we've explored how modern tools and a flexible mindset can transform your approach.
We shared how the **ICOR® methodology** and tools like ClickUp or Asana can streamline workflows, reduce inefficiencies, and boost team collaboration. Key takeawa...
Mastering Productivity: Visual Tools, Task Balance, & Why Projects Fail
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In this episode of the Productivity Like a Pro podcast, we dove into four key topics that covered essential areas like task management, digital note-taking, and project management. We started by discussing the role of visuals in note-taking, especially for complex information. We explored tools like Miro, Heptabase, and X-Tiles, explaining how each offers unique ways to visualize and organize ideas for different types of thinking—from personal knowledge management to team collaboration.
We also talked about balancin...
Don't use Obsidian...if you are a BUSY Professional
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In today's episode, we tackled the heated debate around Obsidian—should you use it or not? We dove deep into why we moved away from Obsidian, especially for busy professionals who often get lost in customizing their personal knowledge management (PKM) systems instead of focusing on their core tasks. While Obsidian is feature-rich and loved by tech enthusiasts, we discussed why it can overwhelm those who need a streamlined, time-efficient tool. We also touched on the risks of relying on free tools and plug...
Purpose-Driven Work is the KEY to Unlocking Your Full Potential
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In this episode of *Productivity Like a Pro*, we dive deep into the essentials of managing shifting priorities, staying organized amidst unexpected interruptions, and setting up a productivity system that really works. Together with Paco, we explore how the ICOR® methodology empowers you to define priorities clearly, adapt to surprises, and avoid the pitfalls of constantly reorganizing tasks. From weekly planning to setting purposeful goals, we've shared strategies to help you create a flexible yet powerful productivity system...
Want MAXIMUM Productivity? Listen to this
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In this episode of the Productivity Like a Pro podcast, we delved into several essential productivity concerns alongside Paco Cantero, co-founder of Paperless Movement®, and our active community members. We've highlighted how dangerous endless to-do lists can be and explored why identifying tasks using the ICOR® methodology can lead to improved task management efficiency. We've broken down how differentiating between deep work and shallow work can transform your approach to daily tasks, ensuring that goal-aligned activities get the priority they deserve.
We...
Boosting Productivity with Core Apps, Note-Taking Strategies, and Simplified SOPs
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In this podcast episode, we’ve discussed the exciting release of our ICOR® Journey book, now available for pre-order on Amazon. We’re thrilled with the overwhelming support, as over 125 copies were sold in just three days! This book condenses everything you need to know about the ICOR® methodology, from productivity hacks to workflow strategies. It’s a must-read for anyone looking to streamline their productivity systems and take their workflow efficiency to the next level. Whether you're already a member or new to ICOR®, this book offers a de...
Mastering Productivity: The Power of Inboxes, Buckets, and Deep Work
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In this _Productivity Like a Pro_ podcast episode, we’ve discussed key productivity principles and answered questions on _time management_ and _task organization_. We dove deep into the difference between _inboxes_ and _buckets_, and why understanding their unique purposes can help you optimize your workflow. We also explored how concepts like _deep work_ and _shallow work_ are integral to managing tasks more efficiently, along with the importance of _highlighting key tasks_ for each day to ensure you move closer to your long-term goals.<...
