Generative AI

5 GenAI Hacks to Pivot Your Productivity Every Day

Discover five super practical Gen AI hacks—from smarter emails to instant summaries—that help you get more done in less time. Simple, real, and powerful.

Shrikanth G

30 Apr 2025 12:55 IST

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Are you caught between the devil and the deep blue sea when it comes to using GenAI tools? Are you unsure how to balance human oversight with algorithmic intelligence? Or simply want to use GenAI for typical mundane tasks? Here are five common tasks you can relegate to AI and invest your time in more serious core business activities.

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Let’s be honest—we all have those days: your inbox is overflowing, meetings never end, and your to-do list looks like a mini novel. What if you had a smart digital assistant that could help you cut through the maze and noise, and get things done faster? This is where GenAI can be your saviour. It’s not just for coders or creators—it’s a real-world productivity partner. Here are 5 simple, super-practical GenAI hacks that actually work:

Write Emails in a Flash

Are you struggling to reply to that pile of emails? Let GenAI do the heavy lifting. With tools like ChatGPT or Google’s Gemini, you can draft concise and professional responses from just a few bullet points. You can also manage the narrative tonality—like formal, friendly, or persuasive. You’ll easily save at least 30 minutes daily.

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Prompt idea:"Write a professional email thanking a client for their business this quarter. Mention the successful launch of their project and offer continued support."

Tip: You can also add “Make it concise and friendly” to adjust the tone.

Summarize Long Stuff (So You Don’t Have To)

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Got a 20-page report or research paper and just want the nuggets? Whether it’s a PDF, blog post, or technical dossier, AI can pull out key takeaways in seconds.

Prompt idea: "Summarize this article in 5 bullet points. Make it easy to understand for someone with no technical background."

Tip: Add “Highlight key stats and any recommendations” if needed.

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Brainstorm Like a Genius

Run out of content ideas or need a LinkedIn caption, or a name for your next product? GenAI is your go-to buddy.

Prompt idea: "Give me 10 blog post ideas around digital transformation for CIOs." or "Suggest catchy product names for a new AI-powered HR tool."

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Tip: Ask for ideas in a specific tone (quirky, bold, formal, witty) for sharper output.

Auto-Note Your Meetings

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It’s a hybrid workplace. You need to work smart and find method in the madness. If you're the one who struggles to take notes during calls—even with native transcription tools—it’s time to go GenAI. Tools like Fireflies.ai or Otter.ai record, transcribe, and summarize your meetings automatically. Some even extract action items. Now you can stay focused, be present, and still walk away with a neat summary.

Prompt idea: "Summarize this meeting transcript in 5 bullet points. List any action items separately."

Tip: You can also ask it to generate follow-up emails based on the meeting.

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How to Prioritize Your Day with GenAI

When everything feels urgent, use AI as your ‘task manager’. List your tasks and ask AI to sort them based on urgency and effort. It’s like having a digital project manager who doesn’t complain.

Prompt idea: "Here are 8 tasks I need to do today. Prioritize them based on urgency and impact. Suggest when to do them for best focus."

Tip: Add context like “I’m best at deep work in the mornings” for personalized scheduling.

Work Smart With GenAI

Generative AI isn’t just a futuristic luxury for techies—it’s a practical lifesaver for everyday chaos and clarity. Use it not to work more, but to work smarter. Try one of these hacks today, and you might just reclaim your time, energy, and sanity.