Hi guys, Grega here. Working full-time while trying to build something on the side means one thing: time is everything.
I don’t have hours to spend testing every shiny new AI tool. So I only keep the ones that actually save me time — every single week, without fail.
Here are 5 tools that made the cut.
## 1. ChatGPT Best for: writing, brainstorming, drafting emails
I use this daily. Whether it’s drafting a quick email, brainstorming blog ideas, or summarizing a long document — ChatGPT saves me at least 1-2 hours every week.
Who it’s for: Anyone who writes, communicates, or creates content regularly.
## 2. Notion AI Best for: notes, planning, knowledge management
I moved my entire life into Notion. The AI features help me summarize notes, generate to-do lists, and organize projects without thinking too hard.
Who it’s for: People who struggle with organization or have too many tabs open.
## 3. Otter.ai Best for: transcription, meeting notes
I record voice memos while commuting and Otter transcribes them automatically. Zero effort, instant notes.
Who it’s for: Anyone who thinks faster than they type.
## 4. Grammarly Best for: writing quality, editing
Every piece of content I publish goes through Grammarly. It catches what I miss and makes my writing cleaner in seconds.
Who it’s for: Non-native English writers who want to sound professional.
## 5. Claude Best for: strategy, long-form writing, research
Yes, I use Claude to help build this blog. It helps me think through strategy, write better content, and research topics faster than I could alone.
Who it’s for: Anyone building something serious with AI assistance.
## Final Thoughts
These 5 tools won’t replace your work ethic — but they will multiply it.
Start with one. Pick the one that solves your biggest daily frustration and spend a week with it. You’ll never go back.
Which tool are you most curious about? Let me know in the comments.
