The Tech Savvy Professor

Eric and Marty speak about how to get things out of your email and into your workflowThe Built-In Tools: Mail RulesFaculty Guide: Managing Outlook Email Effectivelyhttps://helpdesk.lsua.edu/support/solutions/articles/48001276836-faculty-guide-managing-outlook-email-effectivelySet Up Rules in Apple Mailhttps://www.macuncle.com/blog/set-up-rules-in-apple-mail/10 Essential Outlook Rules to Amplify Your Productivityhttps://exclaimer.com/email-signature-handbook/10-essential-outlook-rules-amplify-productivity/Apple Shortcuts: Triggering Tasks from MailCommunication Triggers in Shortcutshttps://support.apple.com/guide/shortcuts/communication-triggers-apdd711f9dff/iosAutomate Tasks in Mail on Machttps://support.apple.com/guide/mail/automate-mail-tasks-mlhlp1120/macZapier: Connecting Email to Everything Else6 Gmail Automation Ideashttps://zapier.com/blog/automate-gmail-with-zapier/Automate Todoist Task Creation from Gmailhttps://www.storylane.io/tutorials/how-to-automate-todoist-task-creation-from-gmail-emails-with-zapierAutomating Task Management: From Gmail to Notionhttps://connex.digital/blog/automating-task-management-from-gmail-to-notion-using-zapier/How to Automate Gmail with Zapier (Filters, Labels, Workflows)https://aiprocesshub.com/automate-gmail-with-zapier/IFTTT: The Simpler AlternativeConnect Email and iOS Shortcuts on IFTTThttps://ifttt.com/connect/email/ios_shortcutsAI in the LoopZapier Automation for Google Workspace Efficiencyhttps://www.automatemy.co/blog/zapier-automation-for-google-workspace-efficiencyFind the ShowEmail: [email protected]: https://ThePodTalk.netYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechSavvyProfessor

Eric and Marty return to TSP and talk about their favorite new hardware.EPOMAKER TH108 PRO Full Size Mechanical Keyboard with Screen & Knob, Wireless Gaming Keyboard https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FVLS8Z9BMacBook Neo - Applehttps://www.apple.com/macbook-neo/Plaud Note Al Voice Recorder, Note Taker w/Case, App Control, Transcribe & Summarize with Alhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZX48H2ZMOKiN 10Gbps USB C Hub Ethernet, 7 in 1 USB C Adapter for MacBook Pro/Air with 4K@60HZ HDMIhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CN115DM4Lifelong Ergonomic Adjustable Laptop Stand for Desk, Extra Tall 20" Height Aluminum Laptop Riserhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G3YGDJ1Presentation Clicker PowerPoint Wireless Presenter Remotehttps://www.amazon.com/Presentation-PowerPoint-Presentations-Presenter-Projector/dp/B0B8SDK2LH/Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug 2, 14 Oz, App-Controlled Heated Coffee Mughttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Z5H4TF5YouTube.com/@[email protected]

Marty and Eric give their tips and resources for how faculty can create, edit, and publish professional-quality video.Platform-Specific Video Creation ToolsmacOS ToolsFinal Cut Pro – https://support.apple.com/guide/final-cut-pro/welcome/maciMovie – https://support.apple.com/guide/imovie/welcome/macScreenFlow – https://www.telestream.net/screenflow/overview.htmEcamm Live – https://www.ecamm.comWindows ToolsCamtasia – https://www.techsmith.com/video-editor.htmlClipchamp – https://support.microsoft.com/clipchampOBS Studio – https://obsproject.comiPadOS & iOS ToolsLumaFusion – https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios/CapCut – https://www.capcut.comApple Clips – https://support.apple.com/guide/clips/welcome/iosAndroid ToolsKineMaster – https://www.kinemaster.comInShot – https://inshot.com AI Tools for EditingDescript – https://www.descript.comRiverside – https://riverside.fmAdobe Express Video – https://www.adobe.com/express/create/videoEmail: [email protected]: https://ThePodTalk.netYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechSavvyProfessor

Eric and Marty talk about how they use their phones, tablets and laptops at work Articles & ResourcesUsing Mac and iPad Together: Tips and Trickshttps://education.apple.com/resource/250012976How I turned my iPad into a work machinehttps://youtu.be/Uu8gU8gyCZUHow to Integrate Tablets into Existing Workflowshttps://www.lenovo.com/us/en/knowledgebase/how-to-integrate-tablets-into-existing-workflows/Four ways tablets can improve your workflowhttps://shop.lhagenda.com/uncategorized/four-ways-tablets-can-improve-workflow/7 ways to use your smartphones & tablets for workhttps://command-app.com/7-ways-to-use-your-smartphones-tablets-for-workSmartphone: Command Center & Capture Device·   Email triage and quick replies·   Calendar and scheduling·   Text communication·   Voice memo and idea capture·   Two-factor authentication·   Quick AI prompts·   Micro-tasks between meetingsTablet: Reading & Reflective Workspace·   Reading and annotating PDFs·   Dissertation and manuscript review·   Slide viewing and markup·   Handwritten note-taking·   Mind-mapping and idea sketchingLaptop/Desktop: Deep Work Engine·   Manuscript writing and grant drafting·   Data analysis·   Slide creation·   Course design and LMS work·   Video recording and editing·   Long-form AI prompt engineering Practical Takeaways·   Not all devices should do everything.·   Assign tasks by cognitive load.·   Reduce context switching.·   Protect deep-work environments.·   Let your workflow evolve as your academic role evolves.Final CommentsEmail: [email protected]: https://ThePodTalk.netYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechSavvyProfessor

Marty and Eric talk about ways in which you can plan, organize, execute your digital academic brand.Helpful Tools for Academic Websites & E-PortfoliosWebsite Builders:- WordPress – https://wordpress.com- Squarespace – https://www.squarespace.com- Wix – https://www.wix.com Academic-Focused Platforms:- Google Sites – https://sites.google.com- Notion – https://www.notion.so- Weebly for Education – https://education.weebly.com- About.me – https://about.mePractical Approaches- Start with a one-page website.- Use templates for teaching, research, service, and media.- Embed Google Scholar, ORCID, or Zotero widgets.- Sync updated CV PDFs to your site.- Include professional photos and a consistent color palette. Practical Takeaways- Your website is the public front door to your professional life.- A personal site maintains control of your academic narrative.- Use the site as a centralized hub for your work.- E-portfolios help others understand the breadth of your work.- Search committees expect digital presence.Email: [email protected]: https://ThePodTalk.netYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechSavvyProfessor