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MicroBrief #1
Slack Workflow Automation
Quick Win:
Save 2 hours daily by automating status updates, notifications, and team communications across Slack
How-To (Tool Stack):
Use Slack Workflow Builder + Zapier + Statuspage. Create automated daily standup collection workflows, set up Zapier triggers for project updates from Asana/Trello, and connect Statuspage for incident notifications. Build custom slash commands for common requests like "/timeoff" or "/expense" that automatically route to appropriate channels and create tickets.
Impact:
Reduces manual status reporting by 90%, eliminates 45+ daily interruptions, and creates searchable team knowledge base automatically
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MicroBrief #2
Content Creation Pipeline
Quick Win:
Save 4 hours weekly by streamlining content research, creation, and distribution across multiple platforms
How-To (Tool Stack):
Set up Feedly + Perplexity AI + Buffer. Create industry-specific Feedly boards for trend monitoring, use Perplexity to research trending topics with this prompt:
"Analyze this trend for [industry]. Provide 3 key insights, 2 counterarguments, and 1 actionable takeaway for business leaders. Include recent data and expert opinions."
Then batch-create content variations in Buffer for LinkedIn, Twitter, and company blog distribution.
Impact:
Increases content output by 250%, ensures consistent posting schedule, and improves engagement rates by 40% through data-driven topic selection
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MicroBrief #3
Expense Management System
Quick Win:
Save 3 hours monthly by automating expense tracking, receipt processing, and reimbursement workflows
How-To (Tool Stack):
Connect Expensify + Mint + Airtable. Set up Expensify's SmartScan for automatic receipt capture, link bank accounts for real-time transaction importing, and create Airtable base for expense categorization and approval workflows. Configure automatic policy enforcement for spending limits and vendor approval requirements.
Impact:
Reduces expense report creation time by 80%, eliminates lost receipts completely, and speeds up reimbursement processing from weeks to 2-3 days
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Get Started Today
- Download Slack and explore Workflow Builder for team automation
- Set up Feedly and Buffer's free plan for content management
- Try Expensify's SmartScan for automated expense tracking
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