The Tech Savvy Professor

Eric and Marty speak about how to get things out of your email and into your workflow The Built-In Tools: Mail Rules Faculty Guide: Managing Outlook Email Effectively https://helpdesk.lsua.edu/support/solutions/articles/48001276836-faculty-guide-managing-outlook-email-effectively Set Up Rules in Apple Mail https://www.macuncle.com/blog/set-up-rules-in-apple-mail/ 10 Essential Outlook Rules to Amplify Your Productivity https://exclaimer.com/email-signature-handbook/10-essential-outlook-rules-amplify-productivity/ Apple Shortcuts: Triggering Tasks from Mail Communication Triggers in Shortcuts https://support.apple.com/guide/shortcuts/communication-triggers-apdd711f9dff/ios Automate Tasks in Mail on Mac https://support.apple.com/guide/mail/automate-mail-tasks-mlhlp1120/mac Zapier: Connecting Email to Everything Else 6 Gmail Automation Ideas https://zapier.com/blog/automate-gmail-with-zapier/ Automate Todoist Task Creation from Gmail https://www.storylane.io/tutorials/how-to-automate-todoist-task-creation-from-gmail-emails-with-zapier Automating Task Management: From Gmail to Notion https://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 Alternative Connect Email and iOS Shortcuts on IFTTT https://ifttt.com/connect/email/ios_shortcuts AI in the Loop Zapier Automation for Google Workspace Efficiency https://www.automatemy.co/blog/zapier-automation-for-google-workspace-efficiency Find the Show Email: [email protected] Web: https://ThePodTalk.net YouTube: 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/B0FVLS8Z9B MacBook Neo - Apple https://www.apple.com/macbook-neo/ Plaud Note Al Voice Recorder, Note Taker w/Case, App Control, Transcribe & Summarize with Al https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZX48H2Z MOKiN 10Gbps USB C Hub Ethernet, 7 in 1 USB C Adapter for MacBook Pro/Air with 4K@60HZ HDMI https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CN115DM4 Lifelong Ergonomic Adjustable Laptop Stand for Desk, Extra Tall 20" Height Aluminum Laptop Riser https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G3YGDJ1 Presentation Clicker PowerPoint Wireless Presenter Remote https://www.amazon.com/Presentation-PowerPoint-Presentations-Presenter-Projector/dp/B0B8SDK2LH/ Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug 2, 14 Oz, App-Controlled Heated Coffee Mug https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Z5H4TF5 YouTube.com/@TechSavvyProfessor [email protected] ThePodTalk.Net

Marty and Eric give their tips and resources for how faculty can create, edit, and publish professional-quality video. Platform-Specific Video Creation Tools macOS Tools Final Cut Pro – https://support.apple.com/guide/final-cut-pro/welcome/mac iMovie – https://support.apple.com/guide/imovie/welcome/mac ScreenFlow – https://www.telestream.net/screenflow/overview.htm Ecamm Live – https://www.ecamm.com Windows Tools Camtasia – https://www.techsmith.com/video-editor.html Clipchamp – https://support.microsoft.com/clipchamp OBS Studio – https://obsproject.com iPadOS & iOS Tools LumaFusion – https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios/ CapCut – https://www.capcut.com Apple Clips – https://support.apple.com/guide/clips/welcome/ios Android Tools KineMaster – https://www.kinemaster.com InShot – https://inshot.com AI Tools for Editing Descript – https://www.descript.com Riverside – https://riverside.fm Adobe Express Video – https://www.adobe.com/express/create/video Email: [email protected] Website: https://ThePodTalk.net YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechSavvyProfessor

Eric and Marty talk about how they use their phones, tablets and laptops at work Articles & Resources Using Mac and iPad Together: Tips and Tricks https://education.apple.com/resource/250012976 How I turned my iPad into a work machine https://youtu.be/Uu8gU8gyCZU How to Integrate Tablets into Existing Workflows https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/knowledgebase/how-to-integrate-tablets-into-existing-workflows/ Four ways tablets can improve your workflow https://shop.lhagenda.com/uncategorized/four-ways-tablets-can-improve-workflow/7 ways to use your smartphones & tablets for work https://command-app.com/7-ways-to-use-your-smartphones-tablets-for-work Smartphone: 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 meetings Tablet: Reading & Reflective Workspace · Reading and annotating PDFs · Dissertation and manuscript review · Slide viewing and markup · Handwritten note-taking · Mind-mapping and idea sketching Laptop/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 Comments Email: [email protected] Website: https://ThePodTalk.net YouTube: 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-Portfolios Website 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.me Practical 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] Website: https://ThePodTalk.net YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechSavvyProfessor