PMP #228: How to choose the right tools

PMP #228: How to choose the right tools

Author: Paul Minors September 26, 2021 Duration: 10:05
One of the things I get asked about the most is which tools to use and for what purpose. Whether you’re looking for a task management system, sales CRM, online scheduler or email automation tool, there are loads of products out there and a lot of them overlap in terms of functionality. People ask me about the difference between Asana, and Monday, Pipedrive and Hubspot, Zapier and Integromat. Or they ask whether they even need a sales CRM if a tool like Monday or Asana can be customised to operate like one. The answer isn’t always obvious but here are a few things to consider when evaluating different tools. Show notes (please leave me a comment with your questions and feedback) » https://paulminors.com/228 If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love it if you could leave me a review. Intro/Outro Music: "Synthia" by Scott & Brendo --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/paulminors/message

Paul Minors has built a life where his work fits around his interests, not the other way around. In The Paul Minors Podcast: Productivity, Business & Self-Improvement, he digs into the practical systems and mindset shifts that make that possible. This isn't about abstract theory; it's a direct conversation about the tools and tactics for automating tasks, streamlining business operations, and fundamentally redesigning your time. Paul speaks from his own experience as a virtual consultant, breaking down how he structures his income and manages projects to maintain freedom and control. Each episode feels like a focused workshop, whether he's dissecting a specific productivity app, exploring a business growth principle, or interviewing someone who has mastered their own workflow. You'll find a consistent theme woven through the podcast: that real self-improvement is measured in reclaimed hours and reduced friction, not just positive thinking. It's for anyone who feels their days are slipping away in administrative loops or reactive work, and who believes there must be a more intentional way to build both a living and a life. The discussions are grounded, often technical in the best way, and always aimed at delivering something you can apply immediately to work smarter.
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The Paul Minors Podcast: Productivity, Business & Self-Improvement
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