Beyond the To-Do List - Productivity for Work and Life

Aytekin Tank on Having an Automation First Mindset

Oct 9, 2023

Aytekin Tank, founder and CEO of JotForm, discusses the importance of clarifying priorities and automating draining tasks to prevent burnout and improve efficiency. He explains time-boxing and how it helps prioritize tasks. Aytekin also shares insights on streamlining order processes to save time and improve customer satisfaction. These valuable inspiration and tips are helpful for businesses or individuals looking to automate their workflow and increase productivity.

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Quick takeaways

Automating less important tasks allows individuals to focus on more important and exciting work.

Time boxing helps individuals prioritize and concentrate on their most critical work, avoiding distractions and interruptions.

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Save Time with Automation

Automation can help save time by streamlining workflows and eliminating repetitive tasks. By automating less important tasks, individuals can focus on more important and exciting work.

Principles of an Automation-First Mindset: Clarifying Priorities and Harnessing Laziness

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Creating email prioritization labels and filters

01:20

The Benefits of Automation and the Use of eSignatures

01:21

Introduction

3min

Automation First Mindset: Principles and Tools

12min

Streamlining Ad Operations with Forms and Automation

5min

The Influence of Economics and Introduction of Sponsors

3min

Importance of Finding Pain Points for Automation

22min

Information and Benefits of Automation and Book Availability

3min

This week it was my privilege to speak with Aytekin Tank about his new book Automate Your Busywork: Do Less, Achieve More, and Save Your Brain for the Big Stuff. Aytekin is the founder and CEO of JotForm, a leading online form builder platform that helps millions of users streamline their workflow and increase productivity. In this conversation, Aytekin emphasizes the importance of clarifying priorities. By asking yourself the questions, "What should I spend my time on?" and "What shouldn't I spend my time on?" you can gain clarity and focus on tasks that energize and excite you. As Aytekin explains, automating the draining, time-consuming tasks can help prevent burnout and improve overall efficiency. In addition, Aytekin unpacks the principles behind time-boxing, where you set aside dedicated blocks of time to investigate and refine ideas that can streamline your processes. By prioritizing what is urgent and important, you can effectively allocate your time and concentrate on tasks that truly require your attention.

During the episode, Aytekin also highlights the importance of refining and iterating systems to find the perfect solution for your specific needs. It's a journey that requires exploring automation tools, learning from others, and embracing new technologies like AI. Aytekin also emphasizes that AI is the next revolution in automation, with its ability to learn, adapt, and perform tasks that were once only possible manually. The possibilities are truly beginning to become endless.

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