# 170 Productivity tools and resources (154 free) 170 Productivity resources, picked out of 97 saved Instagram reels and 36 liked tweets, from creators like @langstaff.greg, @jerryjhlee, @python4dev. 154 of them are free, freemium or open source. ## [Job Boards](https://xiry.app/topics/productivity/job-boards.md) - [Wellfound](https://xiry.app/resources/wellfound): Startup job board and AI recruiting network, formerly AngelList Talent (Website, Freemium) - [FlexJobs](https://xiry.app/resources/flexjobs): Subscription job board featuring hand-screened remote, hybrid, and flexible work. (Website, Paid) - [Jobspresso](https://xiry.app/resources/jobspresso): Curated remote job board for tech, marketing, and customer support roles. (Website, Freemium) - [We Work Remotely](https://xiry.app/resources/we-work-remotely): Curated job board and community for remote tech and business roles. (Website, Freemium) - [Working Nomads](https://xiry.app/resources/working-nomads): Curated remote job board for digital nomads and global professionals (Website, Freemium) - [All 38 in Job Boards](https://xiry.app/topics/productivity/job-boards.md) ## [Job Search](https://xiry.app/topics/productivity/job-search.md) - [Jobgether](https://xiry.app/resources/jobgether): Remote job board and career platform with AI match scoring for professionals (Web app, Freemium) - [LinkedIn](https://xiry.app/resources/linkedin): Professional networking platform, job board, and career directory (Website, Freemium) - [ai-job-search](https://xiry.app/resources/ai-job-search): Open-source Claude Code framework that searches jobs, tailors resumes, and prepares interviews. (GitHub repo, Open source) - [ATS Resume Formatting Rules](https://xiry.app/resources/ats-resume-formatting-rules): Guidelines for structuring resumes to parse accurately through applicant tracking systems (Tip, Free) - [Career Hound](https://xiry.app/resources/career-hound): Job search tool scraping direct career pages to bypass saturated boards (Website, Freemium) - [All 22 in Job Search](https://xiry.app/topics/productivity/job-search.md) ## [Career Development](https://xiry.app/topics/productivity/career-development.md) - [ATS-Optimized Executive Resume Structure & Formatting](https://xiry.app/resources/ats-optimized-executive-resume-structure-and-formatting): A structured resume layout designed for ATS filters and hiring managers. (Tip, Free) - [Google-Style Resume Format & XYZ Formula](https://xiry.app/resources/google-style-resume-format-and-xyz-formula): A structured resume strategy and impact formula for tech job applications (Tip, Free) - [LinkedIn Headline Keyword Optimization Strategy](https://xiry.app/resources/linkedin-headline-keyword-optimization-strategy): Format LinkedIn headlines with searchable keywords to increase inbound recruiter messages (Tip, Free) - [LinkedIn Profile Optimization Best Practices](https://xiry.app/resources/linkedin-profile-optimization-best-practices): Practical rules and side-by-side examples for optimizing LinkedIn profile sections. (Tip, Free) - [Niche Job Title Discovery Prompt](https://xiry.app/resources/niche-job-title-discovery-prompt): AI prompt to discover specialized job titles from your task preferences (Prompt, Free) - [All 8 in Career Development](https://xiry.app/topics/productivity/career-development.md) ## [Career Advice](https://xiry.app/topics/productivity/career-advice.md) - [How to Find a Remote Job in the US](https://xiry.app/resources/how-to-find-a-remote-job-in-the-us): Advice on landing US remote roles from an ex-Meta professional (Tip, Free) - [Moving from Brute-Force Overwork to Strategic Career Decisions](https://xiry.app/resources/moving-from-brute-force-overwork-to-strategic-career-decisio): Career guidance on replacing endless work hours with delegation and high-value projects (Tip, Free) - [Never Read Software Patents (ThePrimeagen's Advice)](https://xiry.app/resources/never-read-software-patents-theprimeagen-s-advice): Rule of thumb for developers to avoid willful patent infringement liability. (Tip, Free) - [Phyl Terry Job Search Framework](https://xiry.app/resources/phyl-terry-job-search-framework): A structured career search framework covering positioning, networking, OKRs, and negotiation. (Framework, Free) - [Resume Screening Insight: Brand Power & Skimming in Job Applications](https://xiry.app/resources/resume-screening-insight-brand-power-and-skimming-in-job-app): How recruiter skimming and brand recognition drive initial resume screening callbacks (Tip, Free) - [All 7 in Career Advice](https://xiry.app/topics/productivity/career-advice.md) ## [Knowledge Management](https://xiry.app/topics/productivity/knowledge-management.md) - [Notion](https://xiry.app/resources/notion): Connected workspace for notes, docs, databases, and AI automation. (Web app, Freemium) - [Andrej Karpathy's LLM Knowledge Base Workflow](https://xiry.app/resources/andrej-karpathy-s-llm-knowledge-base-workflow): A workflow for using LLMs to compile and maintain personal wikis (Framework, Free) - [Are.na](https://xiry.app/resources/are-na): Ad-free platform for saving, organizing, and connecting ideas into channels (Web app, Freemium) - [Ars Umbris](https://xiry.app/resources/ars-umbris): Local-first IDE and framework for building typed, agentic knowledge graphs (Web app, Open source) - [LLM Living Knowledge Base Pipeline](https://xiry.app/resources/llm-living-knowledge-base-pipeline): Architecture framework for building an LLM-maintained markdown wiki that compounds knowledge (Framework, Free) - [All 7 in Knowledge Management](https://xiry.app/topics/productivity/knowledge-management.md) ## More in Productivity - [Zapier](https://xiry.app/resources/zapier): No-code automation platform connecting thousands of apps and AI tools (Web app, Freemium) - [Cap](https://xiry.app/resources/cap-2213): Open-source screen recorder and video messaging tool for desktop and web (Web app, Freemium) - [Enhancv Resume Checker](https://xiry.app/resources/enhancv-resume-checker): AI resume scanner that checks compatibility with applicant tracking systems (Web app, Freemium) - [Make](https://xiry.app/resources/make): Visual no-code platform for building complex multi-app automations and AI workflows (Web app, Freemium) - [Reactive Resume](https://xiry.app/resources/reactive-resume): Free, open-source resume builder with live preview and no paywalls (Web app, Open source) - [Superhuman](https://xiry.app/resources/superhuman): AI productivity suite combining fast email, collaborative docs, and writing assistance (Web app, Paid) - [VERT](https://xiry.app/resources/vert): Open-source file converter running locally in your browser (Web app, Free) - [4-Column Business Decision Matrix](https://xiry.app/resources/4-column-business-decision-matrix): A framework to prioritize tasks based on impact, urgency, and cost (Tip, Free) - [5-Year Life Prediction Prompt Sequence](https://xiry.app/resources/5-year-life-prediction-prompt-sequence): Three-step transactional analysis prompt sequence for forecasting your future life trajectory (Prompt, Free) - [540 Badass Bullet Points for Your Resume (e-book)](https://xiry.app/resources/540-badass-bullet-points-for-your-resume-e-book): Curated collection of pre-written resume bullet points and action verbs. (Article or course, Paid) - [7 Use Cases for Last 30 Days Research Briefs](https://xiry.app/resources/7-use-cases-for-last-30-days-research-briefs): Playbook for running recent social-signal research sweeps before meetings and builds (Framework, Free) - [Airtable](https://xiry.app/resources/airtable): Relational database and no-code app builder formatted like a spreadsheet (Web app, Freemium) - [Amazon Writing Guidelines Cheat Sheet](https://xiry.app/resources/amazon-writing-guidelines-cheat-sheet): Rules for concise, data-driven business memos based on Amazon's internal standards. (Framework, Free) - [AnyAgent](https://xiry.app/resources/anyagent): AI productivity agent running inside Telegram for calendar and task automation (Web app, Freemium) - [Aside](https://xiry.app/resources/aside): AI browser built to execute multi-site workflows autonomously using local context (Web app, Freemium) - [ATS-Friendly Resume Blueprint](https://xiry.app/resources/ats-friendly-resume-blueprint): Six-part resume layout structured for applicant tracking systems and recruiters (Tip, Free) - [AudioPen](https://xiry.app/resources/audiopen): Converts spoken thoughts into structured, polished writing in customizable styles. (Web app, Freemium) - [AutoPod](https://xiry.app/resources/autopod): Adobe Premiere Pro plugins that automate multi-camera and podcast video editing. (Desktop app, Paid) - [Bardeen](https://xiry.app/resources/bardeen): AI browser extension for workflow automation and web scraping (Browser extension, Freemium) - [Basecamp](https://xiry.app/resources/basecamp): All-in-one project management and team communication software built for calm collaboration. (Web app, Freemium) - [BestRandoms](https://xiry.app/resources/bestrandoms): Online collection of random generators for addresses, names, numbers, and lists (Website, Free) - [Brainrot](https://xiry.app/resources/brainrot): iPhone screen time app and app blocker to stop doomscrolling (Freemium) - [ChatGPT 'A Day in My Future' Visualization & Action Plan](https://xiry.app/resources/chatgpt-a-day-in-my-future-visualization-and-action-plan): Two-step prompt for vivid future visualization and actionable daily roadmaps (Prompt, Free) - [ChatGPT Daily Productivity Prompts](https://xiry.app/resources/chatgpt-daily-productivity-prompts): A collection of fill-in-the-blank ChatGPT prompts for everyday work tasks (List, Free) - [Claude Cowork](https://xiry.app/resources/claude-cowork): Agentic AI workspace for multi-step tasks, local files, and document creation (Web app, Paid) - [CleanShot X](https://xiry.app/resources/cleanshot-x): macOS screen capture and recording app with video editing and background styling (Desktop app, Paid) - [Clipy](https://xiry.app/resources/clipy): Open-source desktop app to download and edit YouTube videos losslessly. (GitHub repo, Free) - [Cloudreve](https://xiry.app/resources/cloudreve): Self-hosted file management system that connects multiple cloud and local storage backends. (Web app, Freemium) - [cobalt](https://xiry.app/resources/cobalt): Ad-free, privacy-focused media downloader for web platforms (Web app, Free) - [Configuring the iPhone 15 Pro Action Button](https://xiry.app/resources/configuring-the-iphone-15-pro-action-button): How the Action Button settings interface works and available trigger options (Tip, Free) - [Cursorful](https://xiry.app/resources/cursorful): Chrome extension for screen recordings with automatic click-based zooms and pans. (Web app, Freemium) - [Dan Harmon's Story Circle](https://xiry.app/resources/dan-harmon-s-story-circle-1358): An eight-step storytelling structure adapted from the Hero's Journey (Tip, Free) - [DeepL Translator](https://xiry.app/resources/deepl-translator): AI translation tool for text, voice, and documents with natural phrasing (Web app, Freemium) - [Documenso](https://xiry.app/resources/documenso): Open-source electronic signature platform available hosted or self-hosted (Web app, Freemium) - [Doist](https://xiry.app/resources/doist): Fully remote software company behind productivity tools Todoist and Twist (Website, Freemium) - [Dovetail](https://xiry.app/resources/dovetail): Customer intelligence platform to transcribe, analyze, and synthesize user feedback (Web app, Paid) - [ElevenLabs Transcription Shortcut](https://xiry.app/resources/elevenlabs-transcription-shortcut): Apple Shortcut replacing native dictation using ElevenLabs Scribe and OpenAI cleanup (Web app, Free) - [Elon Musk's 5-Step Process (The Algorithm)](https://xiry.app/resources/elon-musk-s-5-step-process-the-algorithm): A five-step framework for engineering design, process optimization, and automation. (Tip, Free) - [FAANGPath Simple Template](https://xiry.app/resources/faangpath-simple-template): Clean, ATS-compliant LaTeX resume template designed for tech job applications. (Website, Free) - [Feedly AI](https://xiry.app/resources/feedly-ai): AI reading assistant that prioritizes, summarizes, and filters newsfeeds and articles (Web app, Freemium) - [FilePizza](https://xiry.app/resources/filepizza): Free peer-to-peer file transfers directly between web browsers. (Web app, Free) - [Google Drive Movie Search Operator](https://xiry.app/resources/google-drive-movie-search-operator): Search query tip to find publicly shared movies on Google Drive. (Tip, Free) - [Google Filetype Search for Interview Guides](https://xiry.app/resources/google-filetype-search-for-interview-guides): Find company-specific interview prep decks and question banks in PDF format. (Tip, Free) - [Google Search Operator for PDF Books](https://xiry.app/resources/google-search-operator-for-pdf-books): Search query operator to find direct PDF downloads of books (Tip, Free) - [Google Slides](https://xiry.app/resources/google-slides): Cloud-based presentation software with real-time team collaboration. (Web app, Freemium) - [Google X-Y-Z Resume Bullet Point Prompt](https://xiry.app/resources/google-x-y-z-resume-bullet-point-prompt): ChatGPT prompt to rewrite resume bullets using Google's X-Y-Z achievement formula (Prompt, Free) - [Graphy](https://xiry.app/resources/graphy): Turn messy spreadsheets and data into branded, presentation-ready charts with AI. (Web app, Freemium) - [Habits Garden](https://xiry.app/resources/habits-garden): Gamified habit tracker that turns routine building into growing a garden. (Mobile app, Freemium) - [Height](https://xiry.app/resources/height): Autonomous AI project manager that updates tasks and docs from team chat (Website) - [How to Fix Your Entire Life in 1 Day (Dan Koe's Framework)](https://xiry.app/resources/how-to-fix-your-entire-life-in-1-day-dan-koe-s-framework): An identity-level behavioral change framework based on developmental psychology and teleology. (Framework, Free) - [How to gain control of your free time](https://xiry.app/resources/how-to-gain-control-of-your-free-time): TED talk by Laura Vanderkam on prioritizing what matters in 168 hours. (Article or course, Free) - [Hubstaff](https://xiry.app/resources/hubstaff): Time tracking, productivity monitoring, and automated payroll for remote teams (Web app, Freemium) - [Instant Mind Map Generation via ChatGPT and Markmap](https://xiry.app/resources/instant-mind-map-generation-via-chatgpt-and-markmap): Generate interactive mind maps instantly from structured ChatGPT Markdown outlines. (Tip, Free) - [iPhone Anti-Theft Lock Screen & Find My Setup](https://xiry.app/resources/iphone-anti-theft-lock-screen-and-find-my-setup): iOS settings configuration to prevent offline disconnection and enable tracking when powered off (Tip, Free) - [Job Application Follow-Up Message Template](https://xiry.app/resources/job-application-follow-up-message-template): A polite follow-up email template for job seekers contacting recruiters (Prompt, Free) - [Ladders Free Resume Review](https://xiry.app/resources/ladders-free-resume-review): Free automated resume scoring and ATS compatibility checker. (Web app, Freemium) - [LastPass](https://xiry.app/resources/lastpass): Password manager with secure credential sharing and SaaS monitoring (Web app, Freemium) - [Laxis](https://xiry.app/resources/laxis): AI meeting assistant for transcription, summaries, and universal voice dictation. (Web app, Freemium) - [LightPDF](https://xiry.app/resources/lightpdf): AI-powered suite to edit, convert, OCR, and clean PDF documents (Web app, Freemium) - [LinkedIn Outreach Archetype Classifier & DM Drafter](https://xiry.app/resources/linkedin-outreach-archetype-classifier-and-dm-drafter): AI prompt workflow to classify LinkedIn contacts by archetype and draft messages (Prompt, Free) - [Lost iPhone Location Automation via Apple Shortcuts](https://xiry.app/resources/lost-iphone-location-automation-via-apple-shortcuts): Automate location sharing and connectivity toggles via SMS keyword triggers (Tip, Free) - [Luma](https://xiry.app/resources/luma): Event discovery, registration, and hosting platform for communities and tech events. (Mobile app, Freemium) - [markmap](https://xiry.app/resources/markmap): Visualize Markdown outlines and nested lists as interactive mind maps (Web app, Open source) - [Memo](https://xiry.app/resources/memo): Notes and read-later app with AI article summaries and task management (Web app) - [No “yes.” Either “HELL YEAH!” or “no.”](https://xiry.app/resources/no-yes-either-hell-yeah-or-no): A simple decision-making rule to avoid overcommitment and stay focused. (Article or course, Free) - [Notchprompt](https://xiry.app/resources/notchprompt): Open-source macOS teleprompter positioned directly under the MacBook camera notch. (Website, Open source) - [One-Page Tech Resume Format](https://xiry.app/resources/one-page-tech-resume-format): Single-page LaTeX-style resume layout tailored for startup engineering roles. (Framework, Free) - [Product Hunt](https://xiry.app/resources/product-hunt): Community platform for discovering and launching new tech products daily (Website, Freemium) - [Productivity System Design Prompt](https://xiry.app/resources/productivity-system-design-prompt): ChatGPT prompt template for building a tailored daily schedule and focus system (Prompt, Free) - [ProWritingAid](https://xiry.app/resources/prowritingaid): Grammar checking, style editing, and story development toolkit for writers (Web app, Freemium) - [Random Coffee](https://xiry.app/resources/random-coffee): Automated weekly networking matchmaking service via Telegram bots (Web app, Paid) - [Receive SMS Online](https://xiry.app/resources/receive-sms-online): Free disposable phone numbers to receive SMS messages online without registration (Website, Freemium) - [Recordly](https://xiry.app/resources/recordly): Open-source screen recorder and editor for demo videos across platforms (GitHub repo, Open source) - [Recruiter Resume Design Dos and Don'ts](https://xiry.app/resources/recruiter-resume-design-dos-and-don-ts): Guidelines for formatting clean, ATS-friendly resumes that recruiters favor (Tip, Free) - [Research by UNMS](https://xiry.app/resources/research-by-unms): AI-assisted reference manager and note-taking app for papers and notes (Web app, Freemium) - [Resume Buzzword Alternatives](https://xiry.app/resources/resume-buzzword-alternatives): Modern, professional phrasing alternatives to replace overused resume cliches. (Tip, Free) - [Resume Worded](https://xiry.app/resources/resume-worded): AI-powered resume checker and ATS scoring tool with actionable feedback. (Web app, Freemium) - [Riverside](https://xiry.app/resources/riverside): Online studio for recording and AI text-based video and audio editing (Web app, Freemium) - [Rows](https://xiry.app/resources/rows): Modern spreadsheet platform with built-in integrations and AI data analysis (Web app, Freemium) - [RSSHub](https://xiry.app/resources/rsshub): Open-source feed generator that turns websites into RSS feeds (Web app, Open source) - [Scribe](https://xiry.app/resources/scribe): Turn screen workflows into step-by-step visual documentation automatically (Browser extension, Freemium) - [Scribie](https://xiry.app/resources/scribie): Human-in-the-loop audio and video transcription service and freelance platform (Website, Paid) - [Self-Introduction Interview Structure](https://xiry.app/resources/self-introduction-interview-structure): A four-step framework for answering "Tell me about yourself" in job interviews. (Tip, Free) - [Serval](https://xiry.app/resources/serval): AI-native enterprise service management and IT support automation platform. (Web app, Paid) - [Shottr](https://xiry.app/resources/shottr): Fast, lightweight macOS screenshot tool with annotations, scrolling capture, and OCR (Web app, Freemium) - [Siftly](https://xiry.app/resources/siftly): Self-hosted Twitter bookmark organizer with AI categorization and mindmap visualization (Web app, Open source) - [Signposting Phrases for Leading Effective Meetings](https://xiry.app/resources/signposting-phrases-for-leading-effective-meetings): A structured communication framework and phrase guide for running business meetings. (Tip, Free) - [Sinceerly](https://xiry.app/resources/sinceerly): AI tool that rewrites drafted emails to sound casual, sloppy, or human (Web app, Freemium) - [Slate - Private Voice Journal](https://xiry.app/resources/slate-private-voice-journal): Private, on-device audio diary and reflection tool for iPhone. (Mobile app, Freemium) - [Soham Parekh's Cold Email Template](https://xiry.app/resources/soham-parekh-s-cold-email-template): A high-converting cold email template for early-stage startup engineering roles. (Tip, Free) - [Spatial](https://xiry.app/resources/spatial): A visual canvas and digital shoebox for notes, media, and bookmarks (Web app, Paid) - [Steve Jobs' Long-Term View on Team Building](https://xiry.app/resources/steve-jobs-long-term-view-on-team-building): Leadership framework focusing on coaching mistakes rather than fixing them immediately (Tip, Free) - [Stirling PDF](https://xiry.app/resources/stirling-pdf): Open-source, self-hosted PDF manipulation and editing tool suite (Desktop app, Freemium) - [Telegram Voice Note to Task Automation with Make](https://xiry.app/resources/telegram-voice-note-to-task-automation-with-make): Convert Telegram voice notes into structured tasks using Whisper and Make.com (Tip, Freemium) - [Teleprompter: Floating Notes](https://xiry.app/resources/teleprompter-floating-notes): Teleprompter app with a floating script overlay for Apple devices (Mobile app, Freemium) - [TextExpander](https://xiry.app/resources/textexpander): System-wide keyboard shortcut tool for text snippet expansion and canned responses (Desktop app, Freemium) - [The 25-Foot Workplace Proximity Spillover Effect](https://xiry.app/resources/the-25-foot-workplace-proximity-spillover-effect): Workplace seating strategy based on Harvard research on desk proximity and performance. (Tip, Free) - [The Life Calendar](https://xiry.app/resources/the-life-calendar): Minimalist lock-screen wallpapers that visualize your life progress in weeks. (Mobile app, Free) - [The Mega Resume and Cover Letter Bundle](https://xiry.app/resources/the-mega-resume-and-cover-letter-bundle): Resume and cover letter template package paired with job search e-books. (Paid) - [The Overemployed Playbook](https://xiry.app/resources/the-overemployed-playbook): Tactics and operating principles for working multiple remote jobs simultaneously. (Framework, Free) - [Toolfolio](https://xiry.app/resources/toolfolio): Curated directory of software, AI tools, and design resources (Web app, Free) - [Transfer.zip](https://xiry.app/resources/transfer-zip): Encrypted file transfer web tool with no file size limits. (Web app, Freemium) - [Unlimited Free Google Photos Backup via 1st-Gen Pixel](https://xiry.app/resources/unlimited-free-google-photos-backup-via-1st-gen-pixel): Back up photos to Google Photos for free via original Pixel hardware (Tip, Free) - [Video Search for YouTube (@vid)](https://xiry.app/resources/video-search-for-youtube-vid): Inline Telegram bot to search and share YouTube videos directly in chat (Free) - [Voiceliner](https://xiry.app/resources/voiceliner): Open-source voice note-taker and outliner with on-device transcription (Mobile app, Free) - [Whimsical](https://xiry.app/resources/whimsical): Collaborative digital whiteboard for flowcharts, mind maps, and wireframes (Web app, Freemium) - [White Truffle](https://xiry.app/resources/white-truffle): Algorithmic talent matching platform connecting tech candidates with hiring companies (Website) - [Wondershare UniConverter](https://xiry.app/resources/wondershare-uniconverter): Desktop media converter with AI upscaling, enhancement, and compression tools. (Desktop app, Freemium) - [Xmind Mindmap Gallery](https://xiry.app/resources/xmind-mindmap-gallery): Community library of pre-built mind maps, marketing funnels, and workflows (Website, Freemium) - [YOINK](https://xiry.app/resources/yoink): Search and retrieve memes using natural language descriptions. (Web app) - [Спич (SpeechMe Bot)](https://xiry.app/resources/spich-speechme-bot): Telegram bot converting voice notes and video messages into text summaries (Freemium) Make your own library: Xiry takes your saved reels, tweets, Reddit bookmarks and Watch Later videos, makes them searchable and pulls the useful stuff out, like this library. It's invite-only for now; join the waitlist at https://xiry.app/#waitlist.