Prodcast: The Personal Productivity Podcast

In this episode of ProdCast (sponsored by  Maplytics by Inogic), Matthew C. Anderson and Joel Lindstrom talk about staying productive during extended times off from work. Other topics in this episode; Retrace your steps with Google Maps Timeline view Update on organizing OneNote notebooks Manage and control your mobile data usage with Datally Links discussed in this episode: Google Maps Timeline view: https://www.google.com/maps/timeline?pb Datally (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.freighter&hl=en_US Disconnect Privacy Pro (IOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/disconnect-pro/id1057771839?mt=8 Google Podcasts: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.podcasts&hl=en_US This episode is a production of Dynamic Podcasts LLC. Subscribe to the  CRM Audio network of podcasts on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

his episode is brought to you by Ingenius. Email is something we love to hate, but since it is necessary for most of us, how can you make it easier for the people to whom you are sending messages and improve your likelihood of getting a response? Tips on making your emails more respond-able How to ask questions in email What to do if the message requires a lot of detail Tools mentioned in this episode: Grammarly: https://www.grammarly.com Respondable from Boomerang: https://appsource.microsoft.com/en-us/product/office/WA104379606?tab=Overview

This episode is brought to you by D365UG. Matthew gives Joel productivity tips for his new Android phone, we discuss Microsoft Teams and how Matthew uses a personal team to organize his life, and we revisit Onetastic and some of the macros for OneNote. Links in this episode: Remove your phone number from iMessage: https://selfsolve.apple.com/deregister-imessage/ Download Onetastic: https://getonetastic.com/ This episode is a production of Dynamic Podcasts LLC. Subscribe to the  CRM Audio network of podcasts on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

This episode is brought to you by Maplytics by Inogic. Being busy does not equal productive, but we all have times that are super busy. How do you keep productive and make progress on your personal goals during very busy times? Taking time for training/learning while busy Maintaining relationships while busy Productivity while traveling Airport/layover productivity We also discuss new Dynamics 365 delegate/category tracking features, and some great new productivity features in Windows 10–timeline, focus assist, voice dictation, and nearby sharing. This episode is a production of Dynamic Podcasts LLC. Subscribe to the  CRM Audio network of podcasts on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

This episode is sponsored by Ingenius. Today on ProdCast Matthew and Joel talk about minimalism--what is it, and how can it help you be more productive? And not only in reducing unnecessary possessions, but also digital decluttering. We also discuss strategies for reading books productively--how should you approach reading fiction vs. nonfiction, and what are some good nonfiction books we've read recently? Books mentioned in the podcast: Risk Savvy by Gerd Gigerenzer The Gift of Failure by Jessica Lahey Lost Heart Found by Megan Smith This episode is a production of Dynamic Podcasts LLC. Subscribe to the  CRM Audio network of podcasts on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

This episode is sponsored by Maplytics by Inogic. Matthew C. Anderson is joined by special guest host Shawn Tabor to talk about password managers. What’s more productive: sticky notes, notebooks, or apps like KeePass and LastPass? Matthew also gets Shawn’s take on the following productivity topics: Smartwatches Using OneNote in Microsoft teams Productive workspace In-flight wifi This episode is a production of Dynamic Podcasts LLC. Subscribe to the  CRM Audio network of podcasts on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is ask for help. In this episode (sponsored by Maplytics by Inogic), Matthew and Joel discuss asking for as well as giving help. When should you ask for help Imposter syndrome Where to find mentors and advisors Reciprocity of giving help Helping others in a helpful way When someone asks for help and you don’t have time Rules for productive calendaring Optimal meeting duration This episode is a production of Dynamic Podcasts LLC. Subscribe to the  CRM Audio network of podcasts on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

In this episode (sponsored by D365UG/CRMUG), Matthew talks about his experiences working from a coworking space--why he chose to use a coworking space, coworking etiquette, and if it has made him more productive. Joel gives an update on his month-long experiment pausing his inbox, and some of the unexpected results.  

This episode is sponsored by Ingenius. Flying can be frustrating, but if you plan for it, travel can also be a productive time. In this episode, Matthew and Joel share their favorite tips for productive travel. Productive planning before the trip Getting through security efficiently Dealing with the challenges of finding a charge at the gate Making your flights more productive Avoiding forgetting personal items on the trip Noise canceling headphones--are they worth it? Got any questions or topic suggestions? Send us an email at mail@prodcast.show. Follow us on Twitter @prod_cast, and check the other podcasts in our network at CRM.Audio.

In this episode (sponsored by CRMUG/D365UG) we talk about Outlook and how to make it more productive.  Quick access toolbar Ribbon Reading Pane Theming Folder Pane Smart Folders Link: How I Outlook Got any questions or topic suggestions? Send us an email at mail@prodcast.show. Follow us on Twitter @prod_cast, and check the other podcasts in our network at CRM.Audio.

This episode is sponsored by KingswaySoft. Matthew Anderson is starting a new role, so we talk about productivity when starting a new job. Career changes give you a chance to take a fresh start on your personal systems and structures. Separating work and personal artifacts OneNote organization Personal contact management Update on Microsoft To-Do We also talk about daily routines and compare our morning and evening routines. Do you check your calendar and email when you get up in the morning? Got any questions or topic suggestions? Send us an email at mail@prodcast.show. Follow us on Twitter @prod_cast, and check the other podcasts in our network at CRM.Audio.

This episode is sponsored by Kingswaysoft. We love social media, but sometimes managing Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and other social networks can be overwhelming. In this episode, we discuss how to manage multiple social profiles and schedule your posts so social media doesn't rule your life. On a related topic, we talk about how to take control of the personal technology in your life, rather than having it control you. Topics discussed: Scheduling posts--how and why Finding your "why" for using social media What not to do How cell phones are like slot machines Social reciprocity Intermittent variable rewards Taking a technology sabbath Links: How technology is Hijacking your mind by Tristan Harris Resources: Buffer Social Pilot This episode is a production of Dynamic Podcasts LLC. Subscribe to the  CRM Audio network of podcasts on Apple Podcasts.

This episode is sponsored by Inogic. We kick of 2018 on ProdCast with a discussion about planning for 2018 and setting goals. We reveal what our personal goals are for 2018 (including shrubbery), and talk about some techniques that help you achieve your personal goals for the year.  In "that's not productive" we talk about how to watch a television show or movie at an increased rate of speed to save time. Got any questions or topic suggestions? Send us an email at mail@prodcast.show. Follow us on Twitter @prod_cast, and check the other podcasts in our network at CRM.Audio.

This episode is sponsored by Inogic. It's the last ProdCast of 2017, and in the spirit of the end of the year we talk about the power of finishing things. How many books have you started reading but never finished? Do you have half-completed home improvement projects? Many people are enthusiastic starters and terrible finishers. We discuss the motivational value of tying up loose ends.  We also revisit some of our recommendations from the past year and some of the best productivity books and podcasts that we have listened to this year. Resources in this episode: Zenkit Microsoft To-Do Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport Back to Work Podcast This episode is a production of Dynamic Podcasts LLC. Subscribe to the  CRM Audio network of podcasts on Apple Podcasts.

This episode is sponsored by Inogic. In this episode of ProdCast, Matthew and Joel discuss writing--how to get started, what our writing processes are, and what tools we use. Matthew recommends Scrivener, a great way to collect and organize your ideas and combine them into a document or blog post. Joel shares a tip for rearranging big documents in Microsoft Word. This episode is a production of Dynamic Podcasts LLC. Subscribe to the  CRM Audio network of podcasts on Apple Podcasts.

This episode is sponsored by D365UG. It's thanksgiving in the US, and we are celebrating with a grab bag of productivity tips. Creating appointments from emails Quick steps Make your life easier when connecting to recurring meetings from your phone Microsoft Teams Productive cooking tips for Thanksgiving This episode is a production of Dynamic Podcasts LLC. Subscribe to the  CRM Audio network of podcasts on Apple Podcasts.

This weeks episode (sponsored by KingswaySoft) covers meetings you should have with yourself. Too often we let our schedules get dictated by others, it is important that we schedule focused time for specific purposes. We discuss what types of meetings you should have with yourself each week. In "that's not productive," we discuss our workspaces, and what music, lighting, and desks accessories we use for optimal productivity. This episode is a production of Dynamic Podcasts LLC. Subscribe to the  CRM Audio network of podcasts on Apple Podcasts.

In the latest episode of ProdCast (sponsored by Maplytics™ by Inogic), Matthew Anderson discusses how he developed the habit of journaling, and how it has helped him over the past decade. Topics discussed include: Paper vs. digital When to jornal Work vs. personal jornaling The benefits of handwriting How to start journaling This episode is a production of Dynamic Podcasts LLC. Subscribe to the  CRM Audio network of podcasts on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode (sponsored by KingswaySoft), Matthew C. Anderson and Joel Lindstrom discuss Evernote vs. Microsoft OneNote. While they may seem similar, there are differences between their approach to organization and how to optimally use them. Which is better for work? Which is better for personal notes? Tagging and organization We also ask “is taking a nap productive?” Whether you are a regular napper, or you don’t take naps, we hope you will enjoy this episode. This episode is a production of Dynamic Podcasts LLC. Subscribe to the  CRM Audio network of podcasts on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode (sponsored by KingswaySoft), we talk about some new productivity tools. Moment for IOS Focus – Screen Free Driving Quality Time for Android Passion Planner That’s not productive: Multitasking This episode is a production of Dynamic Podcasts LLC. Subscribe to the CRM Audio network of podcasts on Apple Podcasts.