Create a 5-minute pre-meeting brief from the tabs you already have open

Create a 5-minute pre-meeting brief from the tabs you already have open works best when you use a repeatable workflow instead of ad-hoc decisions.

Start with the outcome you need, then compare options on the same criteria. This keeps the process practical and helps you avoid low-value choices that only look good at first glance.

Step 1: define your use case

• What job are you trying to complete?
• How often will you do it?
• What trade-off matters most: speed, quality, or cost?

Step 2: compare on equal criteria

Use one checklist for every option:

• core capability and fit for your workflow;
• setup and maintenance effort;
• risk or quality concerns;
• total value over time.

Step 3: decide with a simple rule

Pick the option that gives clear practical value with the least friction for your real workflow, not just the best headline claim.

Common mistake

Choosing based on feature lists or marketing language instead of day-to-day usability.

Practical next step

Run a quick side-by-side comparison with your top two options and keep notes short, source-linked, and action-oriented.