Perplexity Computer and Autonomous Agents

Discover how to transform AI from a novelty into a powerful productivity partner. In this episode, we share tactical tips for everyday use, from using Perplexity for real-time research to training ChatGPT to write in your unique voice. We also dive into the latest Apple Intelligence features and how workflow-based AI adoption can help you reclaim hours every week. Learn why focusing on principles over features is the key to lasting productivity gains.

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• Top Three Productivity Resources [1:56]
• Running 300 Lead Enrichments Autonomously [5:17]
• Why Real-Time Search Still Matters [9:43]
• Finding the Right AI Tool for the Job [11:23]
• Securing Your AI Browser Sessions [17:42]
• Chrome Plugin Workflows That Run Overnight [19:43]
• Voice Mode Goes Everywhere [22:48]
• The Dictation Upgrade Changing Everything [26:20]
• Sounding Human in AI-Generated Writing [29:19]
• Context Files Transform Voice Inputs [30:31]
• Closing the AI Feedback Loop [32:11]
• Skills Beat Generic AI Prompts [34:16]
• Learning AI Through Structured Frameworks [38:07]
• From Beginner to Advanced in Three Stages [41:05]

Links:

• Shopify
• Notion
• Masterclass
• 25X Productivity Coaching
• 4-Day AI Sprint
• AI Workshop in Austin TX
• Perplexity Computer — Autonomous AI agent system for complex task execution
• Airtable — AI-native database platform with native integrations for AI agents
• Gamma — AI presentation and proposal builder with Claude integration
• Google NotebookLM — AI research tool for analyzing documents and generating audio overviews
• ChatGPT — OpenAI's conversational AI
• Claude — Anthropic's AI assistant
• Google Gemini — Google's multimodal AI assistant for images and video
• Grok — xAI's real-time search and reasoning AI
• Claude for Chrome — Browser extension enabling Claude to read, click, and automate web tasks
• Exa AI — AI-powered search and scraper tool for finding people and data; used in recruiting workflows
• Manus AI — Autonomous AI agent that executes complex tasks end-to-end; recently acquired by Meta
• Wispr Flow — AI-powered voice dictation app removing filler words and auto-editing
• OpenClaw — Automation and AI agent platform
• Rick Mulready's YouTube Channel — Recommended YouTuber for accessible AI education
• Productivity Academy
• The Productivity Show on Youtube
• The Productivity Show Youtube Clips
• Become a member of TPS+
• Take the Productivity Quiz

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