The podcast delves into productivity discussions like using Microsoft Teams, Omnifocus, Text Expander, and Obsidian. They explore the comparison of being interested in productivity to being a vegan. Also, there are insights on reading Hunter S Thompson, Tiago Forte's book, and tips lasting longer than two minutes.
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Quick takeaways
Utilizing tools like OmniFocus and TextExpander can boost productivity by efficiently managing tasks and simplifying responses.
Managing context collapse in platforms like Microsoft Teams can be achieved by leveraging appropriate tools and setting boundaries for different responsibilities.
Leveraging Obsidian for organizing writing projects and team collaborations can optimize workflows, enhance communication, and improve project outcomes.
Deep dives
Using and Managing OmniFocus and TextExpander
Both Inga and Jason continue to actively use OmniFocus and TextExpander in their daily routines. OmniFocus helps them manage tasks efficiently by organizing work based on projects, areas, and tags. TextExpander simplifies responses and reduces cognitive load, especially in handling repetitive correspondence or messages.
Addressing Context Collapse in Microsoft Teams
Amy faces context collapse in Microsoft Teams due to the overlap of research, service, and teaching responsibilities. To manage this, Amy can consider using appropriate tools for each task, like Google Docs for grant writing collaboration, and leveraging Teams' 'appear offline' feature to maintain boundaries and minimize interruptions.
Utilizing Obsidian for Writing
One approach for authors looking to organize their writing is to use Obsidian as a scratch space or cold storage for unfinished pieces. By creating a dedicated folder for unfinished articles or writing projects, authors can easily access and manage these pieces within the Obsidian interface. This method allows authors to keep track of unfinished work, make connections between related pieces, and quickly reference or link to existing content while drafting new material.
Building a Personalized Knowledge Management System in Obsidian
Creating individual notes for each person involved in projects can enhance collaboration and streamline workflows within the Obsidian platform. By linking individuals to specific projects, authors can visualize the connections and responsibilities of each team member, improving overall project management and facilitating better communication among team members. This relational database approach offers a comprehensive view of team dynamics and project involvement.
Customizing Obsidian Workflow for Personalized Productivity
Tailoring Obsidian workflows to align with individual productivity preferences and writing practices can significantly enhance productivity outcomes. By integrating Obsidian into the writing process as a primary tool for first drafts or initial content creation, authors can leverage its unique features, such as smart connections plugins, to streamline writing, improve content organization, and enhance idea generation. Adopting a people-focused approach to organizing information in Obsidian can lead to more efficient knowledge management and improved collaboration.
Enhancing Project Organization and Collaboration in Obsidian
Linking individuals to specific projects within Obsidian can optimize project organization and facilitate seamless collaboration among team members. By establishing clear connections between team members and project tasks, authors can centralize project information, enhance communication, and improve task management efficiency. Utilizing Obsidian as a relational hub for project-related notes and individual profiles can elevate team collaboration and streamline project workflows for enhanced productivity and project success.
The Downs household has suffered a loss, while one member of the Mewburn household has discovered hither to unknown talents. Somehow the team still end up crapping about Obsidian a lot in the banter section.
This is our second sabbatical mailbag episode (starting 20:44), which prompts a series of incredibly nerdy conversations about Microsoft Teams, Omnifocus, Text Expander, Obsidian, Bullet Journal etc - Even Nvivo and MaxQDA. In other words: the greatest hits.
(A comment from listener Aaron has us wondering why most people's eyes glaze over when we start talking about this stuff, prompting Inger to wonder out loud if being interested in productivity is a bit like being a vegan. You decide!)
Jason is reading Hunter S Thompson (starts 1:12:17) to avoid Inger giving him yet another romance novel. Oh, and Inger read the new Tiago Forte book so you don't have to - you're welcome. Lastly: Two Minute Tips (1:33:13) lasts heaps longer than two minutes, fair warning.
