Do you still think Google’s AI tool NotebookLM is only useful for podcasters? Think again! While using it to streamline podcast production with my business partner Mercer, we quickly discovered its potential extends far beyond creating audio content.
After extensively testing it, we implemented it in MeasureU’s business workflow. And I can assure you that NotebookLM can be a game-changer for any business owner who wants to work smarter, not harder.
TL;DR for busy business owners
NotebookLM is an AI-powered tool by Google that can help you:
- Summarize books, articles, and documents in minutes.
- Capture and organize your thoughts and ideas.
- Create a knowledge hub for your business.
- Get actionable advice from your resources.
- Share knowledge with your team.
- Stay ahead of the curve.
Don't believe me? Watch over my shoulder and show you how I use it myself. Or read further below the video.
See the Magic: A Live Demo of NotebookLM To Transform My Workflow
6 Amazing Ways NotebookLM Can Boost Your Business
NotebookLM has become an indispensable asset in my arsenal of tools and strategies to optimize my workflow. Included in your Google Gemini for business subscription, it's quickly become one of my go-to AI tools.
In this article, I share six pro tips that I've discovered that can help you, as a business owner, save tremendous time. Today.
Ready?
1. Summarize Business Books with AI using NotebookLM
Confession. A lot of my success as a serial entrepreneur comes from reading business books.
But today, the information overload is real. Do you have time to read all those books that are supposed to make you a better leader or business owner?
NotebookLM is an AI-powered solution that's changing the way I read and learn.
It uses cutting-edge natural language processing to generate concise, accurate summaries of books, articles, and documents in minutes.
NotebookLM feels like I have a 24/7 research assistant who reads everything for me and delivers the key takeaways.
In my video, you can see how I ask NotebookLM to summarize the classic business book “Built to Last” by Jim Collins in mere seconds.
The tool pulls out the core concepts, like setting “Big Hairy Audacious Goals” and creating a “cult-like culture” so you can quickly grasp the essence.
For you, this is a unique chance to finally get through your list of must-read business books, without going from cover to cover.
And even if you don’t have a reading list:
- you can upload my book Service Stacking. In no time, NotebookLM will unlock all the steps I share in it to turn your service business into a money machine.
- or you can upload PDFs, whitepapers, and even YouTube videos as knowledge resources.
Amazing, right?
But there is much more.
The AI tool can also help you apply business and leadership wisdom to bring you to the next level…
2. Unlock Actionable Business Insights: Get Advice from Your NotebookLM Summaries
While creating an AI summary of books is incredibly useful, the real magic happens when you apply knowledge to your business.
That's where NotebookLM truly shines.
As you can see in my video, I asked the tool ‘What are the most important things I should do to improve my business based on ‘Zero to One' by Peter Thiel?
And within seconds, I had a list of actionable takeaways.
I also asked questions about “Built to Last” by Jim Collins. And boom! Notebook gave me a list of actionable advice to achieve my business goals.
That saves me from trying to remember key concepts or sifting through pages of notes.
Speaking of which, NotebookLM can also help you capture and organize your own thoughts and ideas…
3. Capture and Organize Your Thoughts with AI-Powered Notes
Ever had a brilliant idea strike you at the most inconvenient time? Or struggled to keep track of all your notes and thoughts scattered across different notebooks, spreadsheets, post-ITS and whatnot?
When you use NotebookLM, as I show in the video, that will be a thing of the past.
It is a powerful tool for capturing and organizing your own thoughts and ideas and combine it with the magic of AI.
- Identify key themes and topics: Automatically categorize your notes based on their content.
- Create connections between ideas: Link related notes together, helping you see the bigger picture.
- Collaborate with AI to unlock your best ideas: Capture your thoughts, refine them with AI-powered suggestions, and transform them into a powerful knowledge base.
Once you reach that skill level, you are ready for the next step: creating your own knowledge hub…
4. Create Your Own Knowledge Hub with NotebookLM
With NotebookLM, you can create a knowledge hub that will become an invaluable asset for your business.
I'm talking about a centralized, searchable repository for all the valuable insights you gather from various sources.
In the video, I show how I've organized my summaries and notes into different categories, such as “Marketing,” “Sales,” and “Product Development.”
And you can do that too for you:
- Categorize resources by topic, project, or any other criteria that makes sense for your business.
- Create custom collections: Group related resources together for easy access.
Excited?
Then prepare to be amazed when you realize that this is not only a tool for individual learning…
5. Boost Team Productivity Through Knowledge Sharing with NotebookLM
Collaboration is key to success in any business.
But how do you ensure everyone on your team has access to the same knowledge and insights?
That's where NotebookLM comes in. It's a powerful platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration.
Since we implemented NotebookLM in our own workflow, it has become much easier toshare relevant information, brainstorm ideas together, and make decisions faster.
And all of the above combined, helps us to…
6. Stay Ahead of the Curve: Keep Up with the Latest Trends in Your Niche and Industry
If you've watched my video or even quickly skimmed this article, you realize that NotebookLM can be so much more than an AI app that can take notes.
You too can use it to stay ahead of the curve and anticipate what's next in your industry.
That will give you a competitive edge, ensuring your business is always at the forefront of innovation.
Questions about getting started with NotebookLM for entrepreneurs
How long does NotebookLM take to summarize a book?
The time it takes for NotebookLM to summarize a book can vary depending on the length and complexity of the book. However, in general, it usually takes only a few minutes to generate a concise summary. This allows you to quickly grasp the key concepts and move on to applying them to your business.
What is NotebookLM used for?
NotebookLM can be used for various tasks, including summarizing books, articles, and other documents; capturing and organizing your thoughts and ideas; creating a centralized knowledge hub for your business; collaborating with your team on projects; and staying up-to-date on the latest trends in your industry.
What types of content can NotebookLM summarize?
NotebookLM is capable of summarizing a variety of content formats, including e-books, articles,PDFs, documents, and even YouTube videos. This versatility allows you to quickly extract key information from various sources, regardless of their format.
How can I access NotebookLM?
You can access NotebookLM by visiting [link to NotebookLM]. It's currently available for free in most countries. The team is actively working on expanding its availability to more regions.
NotebookLM is constantly evolving, with new features and improvements being added all the time.
If you have any questions or want to stay up-to-date on the latest developments, be sure to join our vibrant community at [link to community]. We're always happy to help and share our knowledge!
Final thoughts
Knowledge is potential power.
Before AI took over by a storm, that was not a very comforting thought for me as a business owner.
- A pile of business books stacking up.
- Too many shower thoughts got lost.
- The endless stream of changes in our industry.
And. So. On.
NotebookLM, and other AI tools, changed that.
But let's be honest, the overwhelm has changed from trying to keep up with trends and information to wondering which AI tools can best boost your business.
At MeasureU, we made a choice.
That may change as AI develops fast, but NotebookLM has definitely become an indispensable part of our workflow at MeasureU.
Ready to give NotebookLM a try?
Here's how to get started.
What’s the one thing you will do NOW with NotebookLM to transform your business?
NotebookLM can be overwhelming. I've only touched on some of the basic things that I'm doing with it.
To help you get started, here are a few steps you can take depending on your familiarity with NotebookLM and your specific goals:
- Conquer your reading list.
- Capture and enhance your ideas with AI.
- Build your customized knowledge hub as a business owner.
Enjoy the transformation!