Working smarter

Free up time and energy with actionable strategies to streamline work, automate tasks, and build efficient systems.

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Introduction

Growth professionals often find themselves overwhelmed with mundane tasks, endless meetings, and scattered workflows. This page is your ultimate resource for practical, no-fluff strategies to reclaim time and focus on meaningful growth activities. From task automation to building efficient systems, everything here is designed to help you work smarter, not harder. With decades of combined expertise in growth-focused teams, we’ll share the tools, tips, and insights you need to maximise your productivity.

Personal Productivity

Unlock new levels of personal productivity with resources that help you manage tasks and time effectively.

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Personal Productivity

Team collaboration

The team productivity tools I use to collaborate more efficiently and reduce unnecessary meetings.

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Team collaboration

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Productivity toolstack

Improve your workflow and make the most of your time with essential tools designed to boost productivity.

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Productivity toolstack

AI for marketers

The essential AI tools I rely on to automate tasks, streamline workflows, and boost growth productivity.

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AI for marketers

Task Management

The task management tools I use to stay on top of individual responsibilities and prioritise effectively.

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Task Management

Focus tools

The distraction-blocking tools I use to stay focused and cut out interruptions during deep work.

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Focus tools

Project management

The project management tools I use to keep teams aligned, organised, and focused on growth objectives.

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Project management
Working smarter

Master your workweek

This course will help you take control of your workload, prioritise key tasks, and develop a structure that allows you to focus on growth initiatives without burning out.

Take control of your workload

Prioritise key tasks when you are overwhelmed

Learn to structure your week to get things done without feeling overwhelmed

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Tools

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ChatGPT

ChatGPT

ChatGPT is a powerful tool for marketers, offering versatile solutions beyond creative writing. From troubleshooting technical issues to formatting data, ChatGPT’s real-world applications are vast. This review highlights key tips and use cases, helping both beginners and experienced users get the most from ChatGPT’s unique capabilities in marketing workflows.

Google Workspace

Google Workspace

Enhance collaboration, communication, and document sharing within your marketing team using Google Workspace.

Clickup

Clickup

Collaborate efficiently and execute campaigns seamlessly with ClickUp, improving productivity for marketing teams.

Toggl

Toggl

Analyse productivity and optimise work routines with Toggl, tracking time spent on tasks and projects as a growth marketer.

Perplexity

Perplexity

Perplexity AI is a powerful tool for marketers seeking efficient research and insights. This review offers top tips for new and experienced users to leverage Perplexity’s unique features, enhance productivity, and streamline workflows.

Notion

Notion

Organise, plan, and document strategies and projects effectively with Notion, your collaborative workspace for marketing.

Buy back your time

Buy back your time

Reclaim your freedom with Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell. Learn to scale your business, delegate tasks, and create a fulfilling work-life balance.

Work The System

Work The System

Systemise your business to free up time and achieve operational clarity.

Slow productivity

Slow productivity

Focus on meaningful work instead of constant busyness.

4 Hour work week

4 Hour work week

Unlock strategies to work smarter, live anywhere, and escape the 9-to-5.

Digital Minimalism

Digital Minimalism

Regain focus by reducing digital distractions and noise.

Pyramid Principle

Pyramid Principle

Learn to structure ideas logically and communicate effectively.

Getting Things Done

Getting Things Done

Implement a system to clear your mind and take control of tasks.

Deep Work

Deep Work

Learn to focus deeply in a world of constant distractions.

Rework

Rework

Rethink conventional business practices and focus on what works.

The One Thing

The One Thing

Focus on one priority to achieve extraordinary results.

Articles

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Sprint

Plan and execute sprints to deliver fast, focused results.

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Scope creep

Manage scope creep effectively to keep projects on track and under budget.

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Chrome Extensions

Use the best Chrome extensions to save time and supercharge your productivity.

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Buffer Time

Build flexibility into your schedule to stay productive and reduce stress.

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Backlog

Organise tasks efficiently with a backlog system that prioritises high-impact work.

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Async Work

Maximise productivity with async strategies that prioritise focus and flexibility.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

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How can we reduce the number of unnecessary meetings?

Use asynchronous tools like Slack or Loom for updates and limit meetings to critical decision-making or brainstorming sessions.

How can I identify which tasks to eliminate or automate?

Prioritise tasks that are repetitive and low-impact. Use tools like task managers or automation platforms (e.g., Zapier) to streamline workflows and eliminate unnecessary steps.

Further reading

Working smarter isn’t about working harder—it’s about making your efforts count. On this page, you’ll find actionable steps to reduce workload and optimise your time, including strategies we’ve used to help marketers and sales teams scale their operations.

  • Peter Drucker’s Managing Oneself inspired much of the individual productivity content here. By understanding priorities and focusing on what truly matters, growth professionals can unlock their full potential.
  • Insights from real-life growth teams who’ve streamlined their processes and doubled their results without adding to their workload. For instance, we’ll explore how automation helped a small marketing team focus on high-impact campaigns.
  • Case studies from Solid Growth, where eliminating bottlenecks and systemising workflows freed up entire workweeks for creative strategy.
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Take control of your workload

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Learn to structure your week to get things done without feeling overwhelmed

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