How to turn email from enemy to ally — Email has been around since the dawn of the internet and, despite countless attacks (including many from me), it remains an essential tool for business professionals. As an incredible asynchronous communication method, it offers unparalleled benefits. Inside the ICOR® Framework, email sits at the intersection of Personal Project Management (PPM)…

The basic concept you need to understand and interiorize to achieve your goals — Here, at the Paperless Movement®, we help business professionals develop their own “productivity system”. You may be wondering: What exactly is a “productivity system”? Why do you need it? What benefits do you get from it? I have spent decades creating productivity systems, not only for myself but also for…

How you can boost your productivity by using these apps — Anyone who knows me even just a little is aware of my passion for productivity apps that boast visually stunning and user-friendly interfaces. But it’s not just about aesthetics; user experience plays a crucial role in how I interact with these tools. There are two main reasons why such apps…

Simple, easy, doable! — As a busy business professional, your days are filled with emails, phone calls, meetings, and unforeseen events. This type of shallow work is ubiquitous and can hinder your progress towards your goals, leading to feelings of frustration, unfulfillment, and dissatisfaction. It’s time to face reality and accept this is the…

A comprehensive comparison to better understand each app — People often approach me with questions like the one mentioned in this post’s title. They’re aware of my affinity for Mem, yet they’re also intrigued by the stunning app Tana, which I equally adore. Both apps fall under the umbrella of “note-taking apps,” leading people to believe they must choose…

A technique based on facts — The story unfolds like this: Developers set out to tackle a problem and achieve success. They then move on to address another issue. Over time, they gradually lose focus as they attempt to solve an increasing number of problems. Eventually, they create a “one-size-fits-all” solution, convincing their users that it’s…

Streamline your productivity system to move from chaos to clarity — After talking with business professionals about productivity for decades, I’ve concluded that many of them don’t fully grasp the concept of an inbox. As a result, they miss out on the incredible benefits it can bring to their productivity systems. Personally, using my inbox correctly has boosted my productivity and…

My successful journey to conquer these annoying items — As a business professional, you know small TO-DOs are a pain in… Well, you know what they are. You know they can pop up when you least expect them, and managing them can be a real challenge. You might jot them down and hope to tackle them at some point…

Seamlessly transition from macro-management to micro-management for greater success! — Many business professionals who join the Paperless Movement® Membership share a common challenge: they find it difficult to achieve their strategic goals. Within the ICOR® ecosystem, these goals are the mid to long-term objectives you aim to accomplish. At Team Paperless Movement®, we establish quarterly goals and use them as…