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Templatization

Why use templates?

There's a reason why productivity content resonates well with ambitious people. We know that we have the potential to do great things. We also know that time is finite. So we look for ways to minimize waste and get the most out of our efforts.

Our job isn’t just to do the work; it's to create systems that do the work. We build procedures, templates, and checklists to ensure that we deliver reliable results.

Reworking your documents for every project or proposal wastes valuable time and money. Instead, focus on content and completing tasks.

The benefits of using templates include:

Efficiency
Consistency
Reducing Errors

How to quickly create templates?

Here's the most effective way to build templates in 4 steps.

Collect: Any time you come across a good "note" that captures your attention, save it for later.
> Use web extensions like:
- Notion Web Clipper
- SaveToNotion
- Evernote Web Clipper
Organize: Move your collected notes from your inbox into their respective sections.
> In a Notes App: Move it to a "Queue" where you can process them later on your own time.

I name this folder: Repository.

> In a Workspace App: Capture media from Step 1 automatically in Repository.
Reproduce: Copy and Paste the original copy into a new note and edit the contents to make it your own.
> You can either create a new template or update an older template of yours.
Export: Save the final product in your personal repertoire.
> You will start building a personalized list of useful templates, ready to be used.

Build your own Repertoire

Creating templates doesn't need to be a recurring task. You can do it opportunistically, i.e taking advantage of opportunities as they arise.

In fact, don't even schedule it.

As I always say: This system takes minimal maintenance. I spend 99% of my time outside of my system. Maintenance takes very little time but has huge returns on your attention.

Get a Personal Repertoire

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