AI Notebook] (Top 1%) How To Increase Your Productivity by 10x - Gemini 3.0 Edition, ft. Genspark AI

AI Notebook Series: Practical AI + World Landscape + Workflow Upgrades

The Bottom Line

The goal isn't to let AI do the thinking for us—it's to let AI handle the processing so we can focus on the judgment. If you aren't using these integrations, you are effectively doing manual labor in an automated world.

Hi All,

I don't know about you, but in my industry (finance), time is the most expensive asset. We are constantly swimming in a sea of emails, market reports, and data. The difference between a good analyst and a great one often comes down to speed and depth of insight.

I’ve been digging into the world of AI since the arrival of ChatGPT in 2022, and recently I've been looking into the new capabilities of Gemini 3.0. In 2026, I decided to share what I am learning in the space of AI in the spirit of sharing knowledge + advancing collective intelligence. It’s no longer just a chatbot—it’s a force multiplier for what we do. It’s moving beyond simple "prompts" to full-scale workflow integration.

Here is a practical playbook on how to leverage these tools to streamline your deal flow and market research.

⚠️Disclaimers: 1) Be warned - some of the functions are technically giving away your data and personal information available on your Google Drive and Gmail, but I suppose it is too late for us to worry about our data privacy...2) I am using a paid PRO version. 3) I am not using these AI tools at my work (if your work allows AI enabled platform, that is amazing! Just make sure you don't mix that with your personal use) - this is strictly on my personal information and account only.

🦅Are you using AI (LLM) in your day-to-day? Which tools are you using? Which one is your favorite? Please share your tips and recommendations.

1. Automate Your Inbox & Document Retrieval (Connected Apps)

Stop wasting time searching for that one attachment from three months ago. You can connect Gemini directly to your Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Docs).

• The Play: Instead of digging through folders, ask: "Analyze my emails from December regarding the 'Project Alpha' merger and flag any unreplied messages from legal."
• The ROI: It acts as an executive assistant that has read every single file you own, instantly retrieving context without you leaving the chat interface.

2. Deep-Dive Market Research (Deep Research Mode)

We often need to get smart on a niche sector overnight. The Deep Research feature allows the AI to conduct multi-step, autonomous investigations rather than simple surface-level searches.

• The Play: Ask for a comprehensive outlook: "Investigate the projected market size of AI Agents in 2026, including key competitors and risk factors." Gemini creates a research plan, executes it, and compiles a report with citations from reputable sources.
• The ROI: It automates the initial 3-4 hours of desk research, letting you focus on the synthesis and investment thesis.

3. Crushing Large Reports (Long Context Window)

When a 50-page industry whitepaper or an annual report drops, you don't always have time to read every word immediately.

• The Play: Upload the PDF directly and ask: "Summarize the key financial headwinds mentioned in this report and extract the 2026 revenue guidance."
• The ROI: Gemini has a massive context window, meaning it can "read" entire books of data without hallucinating or losing the plot, giving you the key metrics in seconds.

4. Drafting Memos & Decks (Canvas) - Gemini 3.0 or Genspark AI

Canvas is a new interface dedicated to writing and editing. It is not just a chat; it’s a collaborative workspace.

• The Play: Use it to draft an investment memo or a PPT outline. You can highlight a specific section and ask it to "Adjust the tone to be more formal" or "Convert this paragraph into a data table." You can even export generated outlines directly to Google Slides.
• The ROI: It drastically reduces the friction between having an idea and having a shareable document.

▶️ This is a Genspark AI example:

5. Customizing Your Analyst (Gems)

You don’t want generic, robotic answers. You want insights framed like a professional.

• The Play: Create a specific "Gem" (a custom AI persona). For example, configure a Gem called "Risk Manager" with instructions to "Always answer with bullet points, focus on downside scenarios, and use strict financial terminology."
• The ROI: You stop wasting time prompting the AI on how to speak and start getting immediate, usable output.

6. Visuals & Prototyping

Need a visual for a pitch deck or a quick mockup?

• The Play: Use the image generation tool to create high-quality, watermark-free visuals (via AI Studio) or generate short video concepts using the Veo model to visualize a product or scenario.

Output is here:

7. Automate daily news check

• The Play:"Every day at 6:30 AM London time, summarize major news on markets and sustainable/impact investing."
• The ROI: It will automatically deliver the news summary to you on Gemini 3.0 app. If I find a way to have this automatically emailed to me, I will share it with you.

Other Useful Resources

This is part of my Obsidian Odyssey AI Notebook series, where I share what I'm learning, reading, and thinking about the future. Please share your thoughts and recommendations. Subscribe to follow along.