The AI Productivity Podcast
Paperless Movement®
Tom and Paco break down how AI actually works in real business operations. No hype, no theory. Just the systems, tools, and workflows they use every day to run their company with 28+ AI agents.
We use our ICOR® methodology (Input, Control, Output, Refine) to help busy professionals build customized productivity systems that handle both information and action. AI is the accelerator, but the system comes first.
What you'll learn:
- How to build and manage AI agent teams
- Practical automation workflows that save hours every week
- Tool reviews and comparisons for real business use
- System thinking applied to digital productivity
With decades of business expertise, we bridge the gap between "AI exists" and "AI works for my business."
New episodes weekly.
We use our ICOR® methodology (Input, Control, Output, Refine) to help busy professionals build customized productivity systems that handle both information and action. AI is the accelerator, but the system comes first.
What you'll learn:
- How to build and manage AI agent teams
- Practical automation workflows that save hours every week
- Tool reviews and comparisons for real business use
- System thinking applied to digital productivity
With decades of business expertise, we bridge the gap between "AI exists" and "AI works for my business."
New episodes weekly.
Episodes
Mentioned books
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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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Feb 23, 2024 • 43min
From Stuck to Unstoppable: Outsmarting the Microsoft & Google Productivity Trap!
Exploring productivity in corporate settings, the podcast delves into maximizing tool efficiency using Microsoft and Google. From reducing tool stack to implementing a 'Single Source of Truth,' the speaker emphasizes core principles over tool variety. The narrative highlights streamlining projects, team efficiency, and transitioning to ClickUp for enhanced productivity coaching.
Feb 21, 2024 • 28min
The Quest for the 'One and Only' Productivity App for Busy Professionals
Diving into the quest for the perfect productivity app, exploring popular tools like Notion and ClickUp. Discussing the Paperless Movement and the benefits of deep vs shallow thinking. Emphasizing the importance of aligning tools with specific information types for optimal productivity.
Feb 14, 2024 • 18min
It's made for Busy Professionals to boost their Productivity in just 1 month!
Discover the journey behind the development of the Inner Circle cohort and the tool agnostic approaches to productivity. Explore the benefits of the productivity program for busy professionals, including guided coaching and dedicated weeks on automation. Learn about the creation of a private space for a cohort and the timing of life coaching sessions.
Feb 7, 2024 • 21min
Todoist vs Tana AND Understanding Task Management vs PKM Systems and Tools
The podcast discusses the pros and cons of using Tana for task management and emphasizes the importance of understanding different tools. They highlight the benefits of using multiple tools for different tasks and stress the significance of building personalized systems. The hosts also explore the risks of relying on a single tool and discuss the ICA framework for productivity and knowledge management. They touch on using videos for explaining processes and express interest in community questions.
Jan 31, 2024 • 14min
Boosting Team Productivity with Threaded Conversations
This podcast highlights the importance of using threads in digital communications like Slack and ClickUp for organized and efficient team communication. The speakers discuss the challenges that arise when threads are not utilized properly, and the benefits of transitioning from paper to digital systems. They emphasize how threads act as a single source of truth and promote productivity in team collaboration.
