Elevating Work

Elevating work means improving how the work itself gets done. This section covers workflow automation and the tools behind it, including text expanders, macros, and hotkey apps, plus side-by-side comparisons and lists of alternatives. It also covers planning and operating models, such as OKRs, and how things change as a team or company scales. Start here if you’re deciding which processes to automate or which tool fits your team.

Best Mac Keyboard Shortcut Apps (2026 Edition)

Mac keyboard shortcut apps add flexible commands and automation beyond the shortcuts built into macOS. Compare TextExpander, BetterTouchTool, Keyboard Maestro, Alfred, Raycast, and Karabiner-Elements to find your fit.

TextExpander Editorial Team

28 Typing Hacks, Techniques & Cheats to Type Faster

Typing faster depends on technique, shortcuts, and tools as much as raw speed. These typing hacks cover fundamentals, text expansion, keyboard shortcuts, hardware setup, practice tests, and a healthy work setup.

TextExpander Editorial Team

How To Automate Data Entry

Data entry automation cuts the time spent moving information between systems. Follow six steps from identifying repetitive tasks to scaling up, and compare OCR, app integrations, voice-to-text, and text expansion software.

Marcelle Santos

Best AutoHotkey Alternatives in 2026

AutoHotkey alternatives offer simpler interfaces, cross-platform support, or different scripting options for automating tasks. Compare TextExpander, AutoIt, SikuliX, and other tools on features and learning curve.

Josh Centers

The best text expander is TextExpander

A text expander inserts Snippets of text, from a single word to a full email, with a short abbreviation. See why TextExpander stands out for teams, how it compares to other text expanders, and what features to look for.

Josh Centers

10 Best FastKeys Alternatives in 2026 (Free & Paid)

FastKeys alternatives can offer better platform support, a friendlier interface, or team features. Compare free and paid options like TextExpander, AutoHotkey, PhraseExpress, and Beeftext, and see how to choose.

Josh Centers

40 Effective TextExpander Tips for Every Team

TextExpander tips help teams reduce repetitive typing and keep messaging consistent. Get practical advice for sharing Snippets, support and healthcare teams, IT and engineering, beginners, and power users.

TextExpander Editorial Team

The best macro software for PC and Mac

The best macro software depends on whether you need to automate clicks and keystrokes or reuse the text you type most. Compare top Windows and Mac tools, from AutoHotkey to TextExpander, plus free picks.

Josh Centers

Online Vs. In-Person Surveys

Online and in-person surveys each carry tradeoffs in reach, cost, and answer reliability. Weigh the draws and drawbacks of both formats, including privacy concerns, so you can pick the right method for your research.

Brad McCarty

What Is Tiered Support?

Tiered support organizes a support team by skill level, routing simple issues to Tier 0 or Tier 1 and escalating complex cases. Learn how each tier works, why companies use this model, and tips for setting it up.

Marcelle Santos

Scaling a Sales Team: Six Essential Steps

Scaling a sales team quickly depends on a foundation laid before demand spikes. Drawing on Zoom's rapid growth, these six steps cover repeatable processes, scalable systems, and hiring for the next stage.

Marcelle Santos

Why Small Accounts Deserve Time From Your Sales Team

Small accounts can grow into major customers, yet sales teams often overlook them. See what snubbing smaller clients looks like and four reasons nurturing small accounts pays off in loyalty and long-term revenue.

Marcelle Santos

Employee Retention: Three Types of Customer Service Agents

Employee retention in customer service starts with knowing what each agent wants next. Meet the three types of support agents (climbers, escapees, and happy campers) and see how managers can keep each group engaged.

Josh Centers

5 Reasons You Should Hire a Virtual Assistant

A virtual assistant can take on scheduling, email, and travel planning for busy professionals. Here are five reasons to hire one, from better time management to skills you lack, and why the cost often pays for itself.

Brad McCarty

What Happens When You Upgrade from Individual to Teams

Upgrading from TextExpander Individual to a team plan adds shared Snippets and admin features. Compare what the Business, Growth, and Enterprise plans include so you can choose the right fit for your team's needs.

Kerry Provenzano

9 Freelancing Hacks to Keep Your Business Growing

Freelancers who treat their work like a business tend to grow faster. These nine hacks cover automation, single-tasking, admin time blocks, saying no to poor-fit clients, reusable templates, and repeatable processes.

Brad McCarty

11 Tools for Startup Success

Startup succeess is never guaranteed, but you can definitely help your odds when you use the right tools. Here are 11 to get you started.

Brad McCarty