
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 and real transformation tales from pros like you. Join us weekly and be part of the movement that is redefining productivity for the digital age.
Let's ICOR®!!! 🚀✨
Latest episodes

May 1, 2024 • 28min
Escape the Limitations of Your Current Productivity Tool Ecosystem
Discover strategies to boost productivity within various tech ecosystems like Microsoft, Google, and Apple. Learn about leveraging existing tools effectively, integrating alternative options securely, and navigating corporate restrictions. Emphasizing a tool-agnostic approach for workflow improvement and choosing reliable software solutions for long-term productivity gains.

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Apr 24, 2024 • 24min
Effective Project Management using ICOR's Output Elements
The podcast explores the importance of defining tasks, projects, and workflows for enhanced productivity. It discusses 'output elements' in project management and offers practical tips on using tools like ClickUp to streamline operations. The chapters cover topics such as task durations, goal setting, and task prioritization for improved organization and goal achievement.

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Apr 17, 2024 • 27min
Boost Your Team's Productivity with Streamlined Idea Management
Explore how the Idea Incubator integrates into productivity systems, managing and nurturing business ideas efficiently. Learn about preventing idea duplication, prioritizing ideas, and enhancing team collaboration using a tool-agnostic workflow. Discover the importance of streamlined idea management in boosting productivity and project management within corporate settings and software development.

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Apr 10, 2024 • 33min
Unveiling the Secrets of Effective Note Processing for Busy Professionals
Explore the secrets of effective note processing for busy professionals, including strategic tagging, utilizing inboxes for control, and optimizing note-taking apps. Learn about streamlining workflows, reducing app usage, and transitioning between note-taking tools for enhanced productivity.

Apr 3, 2024 • 36min
Tana vs Heptabase and Shallow vs Deep Thinking using Note-Taking Apps
Dive into the contrasting strengths of Tana and Heptabase in enhancing productivity and note-taking. Discover how Tana excels at quick, shallow thinking and idea generation, while Heptabase supports deep content creation. The discussion highlights the outlining technique for organizing thoughts, the nuances between bullet points and outlines, and crafting personalized productivity systems. Plus, learn the importance of choosing the right tools for individual workflows and how to effectively manage long texts and complex projects.

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Mar 27, 2024 • 35min
From Simple to Complex Productivity Setups in Easy Steps
Explore the journey from basic to complex productivity setups for busy professionals. Learn about the structured ICOR® approach, starting simple and gradually adding tools. Discover the importance of core apps, avoiding tool overload, and focusing on essential workflows. Dive into strategies for simplifying project management and self-learning business processes.

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Mar 20, 2024 • 20min
Revolutionizing Meeting Notes for Busy Professionals with MeetGeek
Discover how MeetGeek uses AI-driven summaries to revolutionize meeting productivity for busy professionals. The tool integrates seamlessly with platforms like ClickUp, offering personalized and relevant outputs. Learn about the importance of privacy, security, and financial stability in MeetGeek's operations. Explore the debate between bootstrapping and venture capitalization in the software industry for sustainable growth.

Mar 13, 2024 • 24min
Switching Productivity Tools - WHEN and HOW you should do it as a Busy Professional
Explore when and how to switch productivity tools as a busy professional. Delve into the implications of tool migration and choices, from Trello to ClickUp. Learn about the 'shiny object syndrome' and the importance of evaluating tools from a workflow-centric perspective. Understand the benefits of periodically changing productivity tools and using the iCORE framework for optimization.

Mar 6, 2024 • 26min
TIME TRACKING - Will it make you MORE PRODUCTIVE as a Busy Professional?
Debate on time tracking's impact on productivity for busy professionals. Practical examples in video editing and project management. Alternative strategies like prioritization discussed. Maximize productivity through tools like Rescue Time and Rise. Optimizing workflows by analyzing time allocation and energy management.

Feb 28, 2024 • 32min
The Future of Goal Management - Discussion with Marcus Baur, CEO of Goalscape
Exploring the value of circular goal representation in productivity management, efficient goal resource management, setting purposeful goals, and future plans for Goalscape including AI integration and collaborative features.
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