Thomas Frank

Thomas Frank

@thomasfrank · 3M subscribers · 281 videos · English

I make videos that help you be more productive - whether you're in high school, college, university, or the real world. That includes study tips to help you learn faster and ace your exams, advice on destroying procrastination, reading and note-taking strategies, and more. You can't prove that I don't fight bears in my spare time. The deets: I currently upload 3 or 4 videos a month. On my website - College Info Geek - you'll find... A weekly podcast ➔ Sometimes I interview people, sometimes my friend Martin co-hosts the show with me. Lots of blog posts ➔ 10 years' worth, in fact - many of whic

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Thomas Frank's productivity and study guides remain useful to students; comments joke about him vanishing after his 'break your phone addiction' video.

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  • Clear, practical productivity guides
  • Helpful app and tool tips

Common criticisms

  • Some advice is dated
  • Infrequent uploads
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3:20:11

The ultimate guide to YouTube sponsorships and brand deals

44K views · 2y ago · 3:20:11

Join Nebula and take my Business 101 for Creators Class Watch These Next How I Make Videos: My Exact Tools and Workflow I learned to code from scratch in 1 year. Here's how. Tools My Team and I Built Flylighter (The best way to capture articles and higlights to Notion)

Topics: Conversation starts · Maintaining the integrity of your content · Dave's history as a CEO and Creator · At what point can you work with brands? · What YouTube Studio metrics should a creator track? · Channel trajectories: Growing channels vs stagnant channels

▶️ Mentioned videos: How I Make Videos: Exact Tools and Workflow · I learned to code scratch in 1 year. 's how

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20:53

How to get everything you want this year

164K views · 2y ago · 20:53

The first 500 people to use my link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare Today I'll share a super-useful planning exercise I went through at the beginning of this year to get 100% clear on what I want and how I'm going to get it. If you can answer these six questions, you'll know how to get everything you want as well.

Topics: Creating goal pressure · What do you want? · How do you get it? · What are the common actions? · What are the projects? · What habit changes should you make?

▶️ Mentioned videos: A video for anyone feeling behind in life · The 5 Levels of Self-Discipline · How to Stop Overthinking Everything · Notion Voice Notes (Speech to Text)

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41:55

I learned to code from scratch in 1 year. Here's how.

460K views · 2y ago · 41:55

Here's everything I used to learn how to code – free learning resources, tools, learning hacks, and a couple of secret weapons. CREATOR'S COMPANION (Notion template for content creators) FLYLIGHTER (The best way to capture articles and higlights to Notion)

Topics: How I Chose My Language · Learning Resources · Secret Weapon #1 · Secret Weapon #2 · 3 Best Learning Hacks · My Favorite Coding Tools

▶️ Mentioned videos: Video on youtube.com · Video on youtube.com

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8:59

How to Break Your Phone Addiction

758K views · 4y ago · 8:59

Spending less time on your phone: it's as simple as logging out. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses SOCIAL STUFF Podcast Music Channel BUSINESS

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14:58

The 10 Best Windows Productivity Apps in 2022

834K views · 4y ago · 14:58

In this video we'll be digging into the best productivity apps for Windows in 2022. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses Start making better content with Storyblocks

Topics: ShareX · QuickLook · Notion · Microsoft Edge · Clipboard Manager · Flow Launcher

📰 Mentioned news: QuickLook · Microsoft Edge · Clipboard Manager

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7:45

Watch this if you’re having an “off day”

191K views · 4y ago · 7:45

When I'm having an off day, here's what I do to turn things around. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses SOCIAL STUFF Music Channel BUSINESS SPECIAL THANKS Video clips supplied by Getty Images

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9:59

Why it's so hard to stick to your workout routine

152K views · 4y ago · 9:59

Learn to make consistent, measurable progress on your fitness goals. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses SOCIAL STUFF Music Channel Habitica My workout routine Notion template

Topics: Not Knowing Where to Start · My Actual Workout Routines · Not Seeing Results · Too Much Friction · It's Too Easy to Fail

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8:32

The Easiest Way to Double Your Productivity

244K views · 4y ago · 8:32

In this video I explain a simple tactic that can help you get more done without needing to work harder. Start making better content with Storyblocks COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses

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13:54

3 Easy Money Habits I Swear By

141K views · 4y ago · 13:54

Today I'm sharing 3 crucial rules I've followed with my finances since I started making and saving money. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses Learn math, science, and computer science with Brilliant

Topics: Build a War chest · Maximize Tax-Advantaged Retirement Accounts · Be a Deadbeat

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11:15

Paper Books, Kindle, or Audiobooks: What’s the Best Way to Read?

344K views · 4y ago · 11:15

Paper, digital, audio: which type of book is best? In this video, I look at which format has the edge depending on your reasons for reading. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses

Topics: 4 Reasons Why We Read · Reading for Fun · Reading for Knowledge · Reading for Research and Reference · Reading for Deep Understanding

📄 Mentioned papers: Paper on ncbi.nlm.nih.gov · Paper on journals.sagepub.com

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11:39

How I Automate My Finances

670K views · 4y ago · 11:39

In this video I'll walk you through how (and why) I automate my finances, including bill payments and investments. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses

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15:53

7 Books EVERYONE in Their 20's Should Read

346K views · 4y ago · 15:53

Essential reads for your career, finances, productivity, and more. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses Start learning Logic and more with Brilliant SOCIAL STUFF

Topics: Relationships · Productivity · Personal Finance · Career Success · Health

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12:04

4 Ways Your Workspace is Destroying Your Productivity

149K views · 5y ago · 12:04

Your environment has a huge effect on your ability to focus. In this video, we'll look at four ways you can massively improve your workspace - and your focus. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses

Topics: Paths of Lesser Resistance · Active Distractions · Bad Ergonomics · Uninspiring Space

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10:25

How to Work with INTENSE Focus - 3 Steps Most People Skip

225K views · 5y ago · 10:25

Guest: INTENSE Focus

Focus is like gold - you have to dig for it. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses Start improving your problem-solving skills with Brilliant SOCIAL STUFF

Topics: Get Clarity and Direction · Use Both Modes of Thinking · How to Get Into the Flow State

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12:22

How to Stop Overthinking Everything

180K views · 5y ago · 12:22

4 key decision-making strategies for getting over analysis paralysis. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses Start improving your problem-solving skills with Brilliant

Topics: The Set-Path and Experimental Outlooks · Incomplete Information: The Poker Mindset · Dealing with Too Much Choice · The Regret Exercise

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7:34

This Is Why You're Lonely (and How to Fix It)

325K views · 5y ago · 7:34

Most adults are lonely. You don't have to be one of them. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses The first 1,000 people to use this link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare

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9:26

How to Double Your Learning Speed – The LPC Method

268K views · 5y ago · 9:26

My tweaked version of the Feynman Technique for getting a huge ROI on my study time. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses Start improving your problem-solving skills with Brilliant

Topics: Feynman Technique Refresher · The LPC Method · Example from My Studies · LPC Method vs. Original Feynman Technique · Multi-Modal Learning

▶️ Mentioned videos: Original Feynman Technique Video

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22:37

The Absolute BEST Noise-Cancelling Headphones in 2021

384K views · 5y ago · 22:37

What are the best Bluetooth noise-cancelling headphones in 2021? Let's find out. √ COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses Learn math, science, and computer science on Brilliant

Topics: Quick Verdict · Comfort · Sound Quality · Noise Cancellation · Portability · Battery Life

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14:42

The 10 Best iPhone Productivity Apps in 2021

613K views · 5y ago · 14:42

Today we'll explore 10 of my favorite iPhone apps that help me stay productive. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses The first 1,000 people to use this link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare

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16:25

4 Mistakes I Made in My 20s

162K views · 5y ago · 16:25

I just turned 30. Here are four regrets I have from my 20's. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses SOCIAL STUFF Podcast Music Channel Budgeting and house comparison spreadsheet

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11:43

How to Wake Up Early Without Feeling Tired

775K views · 5y ago · 11:43

If you want to stop feeling so tired when you wake up, use these strategies. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses SOCIAL STUFF Music Channel Famous Writers’ Sleep Habits vs. Literary Productivity, Visualized The impact of daytime light exposures on sleep and mood in office workers Circadian-effective light and its impact on alertness in office workers What is Circadian Lighting and How Does it Work?

📄 Mentioned papers: Circadian-effective light and its impact on alertness in office workers

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12:51

5 Ways to Improve Your Writing

643K views · 5y ago · 12:51

If you want to improve your writing skills, practice these five habits. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses SOCIAL STUFF Podcast Music Channel BUSINESS

Topics: Read Widely · Build a Writing Ritual · Write Now, Edit Later · Read Out Loud · Simplify

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15:16

5 Ways People Manipulate You (And How to Resist Them)

122K views · 5y ago · 15:16

When you understand these persuasion tactics, you'll make better decisions. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses ARTICLE VERSION SOCIAL STUFF Podcast Music Channel

Topics: Commitment · Reciprocity · Social Proof · Authority · Liking

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16:00

The 10 Best Chrome Extensions for Productivity

412K views · 5y ago · 16:00

Today, we'll focus on upgrading your browser by exploring 10 of the best Chrome extensions for productivity. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses ARTICLE VERSION

Topics: Workona · Habitica Pomodoro SiteKeeper · AudiBlogs · uBlock Origin · Readwise · Pocket

▶️ Mentioned videos: Pomodoro Technique

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11:59

My iPad Setup is a Productivity Game-Changer

566K views · 5y ago · 11:59

Today I'll share the setup and workflow I'm using on my iPad. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses SOCIAL STUFF Music Channel Command browser Readwise Notion

Topics: Reading (how I highlight books) · Research (how I highlight articles) · Writing in Notion · Magic Keyboard thoughts · Verdict: Should You Use an iPad?

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12:19

This is why you don’t feel inspired.

248K views · 5y ago · 12:19

If you want to feel more inspired and motivated to do your work, you need to build the habit of exploration. Today we'll cover three important ways you can do that. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses

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13:57

Perfectionism is destroying your productivity.

373K views · 5y ago · 13:57

"My greatest weakness is perfectionism" might not be a cop-out answer after all. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses Start using Notion for free SOCIAL STUFF

▶️ Mentioned videos: How to Be a More Strategic Thinker

📄 Mentioned papers: Paper on psycnet.apa.org

📰 Mentioned news: The Pros and Cons of Perfectionism, According to Research

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12:22

How to Focus on Your Work - 3 Lessons from "Hyperfocus"

367K views · 5y ago · 12:22

Three useful lessons from one of my favorite productivity authors. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses Get a free trial of Skillshare here SOCIAL STUFF

Topics: Meta-Awareness · Hyperfocus and Scatterfocus · Intention-Setting

▶️ Mentioned videos: Working Home - How to Set Up Your Workspace · Charles Cornell on Deliberate Practice

📄 Mentioned papers: Sensory bandwidth research

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9:27

What Does It Mean to Be Rich?

83K views · 5y ago · 9:27

To be "rich" can mean more than to just have a lot of money. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses Start using Notion for free SOCIAL STUFF Music Channel

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14:46

How to Learn Any Skill Twice as Fast

240K views · 5y ago · 14:46

When you understand the skill of deliberate practice, you progress a whole lot faster. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses Get a free trial of Skillshare and take my habits class

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15:18

6 Productivity Apps You (Probably) Haven't Heard Of - with Ali Abdaal

206K views · 5y ago · 15:18

Guest: Ali Abdaal

Today I'm joined by Ali Abdaal to share some of the more obscure productivity apps that we each use on a daily basis. SOCIAL STUFF Music Channel Apple text replacement (MacOS/iOS) Alfred (MacOS) Loom (Windows/MacOS) Airr (iOS) Readwise (Web/iOS/Android) AutoHotkey

Topics: Text Expansion · TabCopy · Ali's Alfred Workflows · Loom · Airr · AutoHotkey

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15:58

I made a 9001 IQ Among Us tracker tool in Notion...

112K views · 6y ago · 15:58

"I was so preoccupied with whether or not I could..." Among Us is a complicated game. You've got to learn task details, maps, vent locations, and more - all while trying to stay alive as crewmate (or fool a ton of crewmates as the imposter).

Topics: Among Us Notion Template Overview · Simple Sus Tracker · Advanced Tracker view (Skeld example) · Task Reference view · Location (Map) Reference view · Ultimate Tasks (Relation example)

▶️ Mentioned videos: The Best Way to Manage Tasks and Projects in Notion

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12:52

How to figure out what to do with your life

787K views · 6y ago · 12:52

To find work you love, you need to find work that has qualities well-matched to you. Today, I'll share seven qualities of work that I think everyone should observe in their jobs, and use to guide their careers. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses

▶️ Mentioned videos: Anti-Unhappiness

📰 Mentioned news: Self-Determination Theory

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18:33

Atomic Habits: 4 Rules for Sticking to Any Habit

483K views · 6y ago · 18:33

Guest: Atomic Habits

James Clear's book Atomic Habits lays out four rules for building and sticking to any habit. In this video, we'll explore those rules. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses

Topics: Rule 1: Make It Obvious · Rule 2: Make It Attractive · Rule 3: Make It Easy · Rule 4: Make It Satisfying

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11:51

The iPhone's Most Powerful New Productivity Feature

334K views · 6y ago · 11:51

iOS 14 released a couple weeks ago with a ton of new features, but none of them are more exciting to us productivity nerds as the new Shortcuts widget. Watch this video without AdSense on Nebula COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses

Topics: My new Home Screen setup · Shortcuts Widget Tutorial · Shortcut 1: Instant Voice Record · Shortcut 2: Open Notion Pages · Shortcut 4: Complex Menus · One Last Tip...

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15:07

The 3 life-changing ideas in James Clear's Atomic Habits

507K views · 6y ago · 15:07

If you want to build new habits, James Clear's book "Atomic Habits" is an incredibly useful read. Today, we'll look at what I believe are the three most important ideas from the book. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses

Topics: 1% Better Every Day · Identity-Habit Harmony · Democracy of the Self

📖 Mentioned book: Atomic Habits

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12:36

Online Classes: A Survival Guide

714K views · 6y ago · 12:36

Guest: Online Classes

Some practical tips for being just as successful in your online classes as you are in your in-person ones. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses ARTICLE VERSION

Topics: How to Take Online Classes Seriously · Calendar/Task Manager Tips · How to Get Digitally Organized · How to Break Up Your Day · Dealing with Isolation

▶️ Mentioned videos: How to Set Up Your Workspace

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25:05

How to Make Money on the Internet: 5 Different Methods

328K views · 6y ago · 25:05

5 different methods for making money online, with tips for getting started on each. COURSES AND RESOURCES Notion channel Free Notion templates Learn Notion Productivity and Habits courses SOCIAL STUFF Music Channel

Topics: Money and Value: The Groundwork · Freelancing · Selling Your Own Products

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