

Stacks by Tool Finder
Tool Finder
Stacks is a show focused on what apps people use, routines they have & workflows they use to get things done.
We're on a mission to help people find the best productivity tools in the world.
Discover Tool Finder: https://toolfinder.co/
We're on a mission to help people find the best productivity tools in the world.
Discover Tool Finder: https://toolfinder.co/
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Aug 12, 2019 • 43min
50: 5 Ways to Curb Loneliness in Remote Work
Loneliness is a real thing in the remote work environment. Today, we discuss exactly how you can curb that and about our own issues that we've faced since working without colleagues around us.
Justin DiRose
Follow his Twitter here and check out Effective Remote Work here.
Our August Sponsor
Sanebox is our first sponsor back. Time to get your email under-control!
And get $25 off and 14-day free trial with our link (new accounts): https://www.sanebox.com/toolstheyuse
The 5 Tips & Recommendations
Disconnect - Take a walk, lay on your bed, relax and set a 5PM out time.
Local Gym - Get outside and visit your local gym - being around people helps
Hobby Groups - Find a group that shares your interests and invest time in this community
Coffee Friends - Befriend your local barista and chit chat
Relationships/Work - Taking time out to respect the differences between the two.
Tweet us with your requests: here.Special Guest: Justin DiRose.

Aug 5, 2019 • 16min
49: The Art of Choosing the Best To Do List App
A solo episode this week, with your host, Francesco D'Alessio.
We tackle the age of question. How do I find the best to-do list application for my needs?
Our August Sponsor
Sanebox is our first sponsor back. Time to get your email under-control!
And get $25 off and 14-day free trial with our link (new accounts): https://www.sanebox.com/toolstheyuse
The 3 Part Process
Needs - Create a list of features your to-do list app needs, and the situation you're in.
Research - Shortlist the top 3 tools that match needs, then trial one for a full 90-days.
Optimize - Finetune your application through courses, videos and discussing workflows.
Tweet us with your requests: here.

Aug 1, 2019 • 23min
48: How to Be a Productive Teacher in 2019 with TickTick, Notion & Plenty of Focus
Tools They Use is back! After 2 months off, we're back with regular episodes. This first episode back, we have Martine Ellis, host of the Teaching Space and teacher on a mission to boost teacher productivity and awareness of time-saving methods.
Our August Sponsor
Sanebox is our first sponsor back. Time to get your email under-control!
And get $25 off and 14-day free trial with our link (new accounts): https://www.sanebox.com/toolstheyuse
With plenty of advice, tools and ways to stay ahead of the game. Martine explores the very topics that matter to the teaching industry and how to become a productive teacher in the process.
EP48: Podcast Notes
Martine Ellis on Twitter: here.
The Teaching Space Podcast: here
Our Episode on Teaching Space: here
Martine's Book for Productive Teachers: here
Special Guest: Martine Ellis.

Jun 3, 2019 • 5min
47: Evernote's Behind the Scenes Search & Editor
Today, we discuss Evernote's new series "Behind the Scenes" - a look into what the Evernote team are working on!
MENTIONED
Watch Evernote's Behind the Scenes Video: here
Learn about all the latest Evernote updates: here
Next week, we'll have a feature on the different life stages of productivity and how to handle them.
Back next week, with a solo segment!

May 13, 2019 • 27min
46: Ultimate Productivity Tips with Scott Friesen
Today, we discuss productivity techniques with Scott Friesen of Simpletivity - one of the most popular productivity YouTube channels out there.
Become a subscriber of Simpletivity on YouTube: here
Thanks so much to Scott from coming and sharing his insights, applaud everyone to check out his YouTube channel and all the smashing content over there!
Back next week, with a solo segment! Special Guest: Scott Friesen.

May 10, 2019 • 16min
45: The Future of Todoist with Amir Salihefendić, Doist Founder
Today, we chat with Amir Salihefendić, the founder at Todoist & Twist - one of the most popular to-do list tools.
You can follow Amir on Twitter: follow here.
This was recorded at the Business of Software Conference in Cambridge.
Thank you to their team for hosting us and it was great fun! Special Guest: Amir Salihefendić.

Apr 29, 2019 • 13min
44: Co-founder of Notion, Ivan Zhao shares his story + vision
Today, we chat with Ivan Zhao, the co-founder at Notion - a fast growing productivity software
INFORMATION SHEET
Ivan's Twitter: follow him
Notion: Get it here
Learn Notion from Scratch: here
Thanks to Ivan for having me in the office to interview him.
See you next week for the Todoist CEO, Amir. Special Guest: Ivan Zhao.

Apr 26, 2019 • 4min
43: Preview: Notion Offices + CEO Interview
On Monday, we'll be interviewing Ivan Zhao, co-founder at Notion all about his story and vision
INFORMATION SHEET
Ivan's Twitter: follow him
Notion: Get it here
Learn Notion from Scratch: here
On 6th May, we have Todoist CEO Amir ready to interview - stay tuned!
Please, if you have 2-3 minutes, pop us a review!
Francesco :-) Special Guest: Ivan Zhao.

Apr 8, 2019 • 23min
42: Optimising Your Mental Fitness for Work and Life with Marc Champagne
Today, we chat with Marc Champagne, creator of KYO about mental health and fitness at the workplace.
FOLLOW MARC AND KYO'S WORK
Twitter @MarcChampagne: here.
KYO Digital Journal: here.
Let me know if you want to hear more on the topic of health at work!
Thanks for stopping by guys! :-)
FrancescoSpecial Guest: Marc Champagne.

Apr 1, 2019 • 11min
41: 10 Productivity Channels to Follow in 2019
Today, we discuss the best resources for improving your productivity!
10 CHANNELS TO FOLLOW FOR PRODUCTIVITY
Thomas Frank: here.
Matthew Encina, Futur: here, our Notion chat here.
Carl Pullein: here.
CharliMarieTV: here.
Wandering Aimfully: here.
Matt D'Avella: here.
Mariana's Study Corner: here.
Atlassian Blog: here.
Jeff Eisley: here.
Paul Minors: here.
100% worth following all these guys! They are brilliant!
Thanks for stopping by guys! :-)
Francesco