Automators 143: Moving Automators to Notion
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Dec 15, 2023 The hosts explore automation in podcasting and the limitations of AI. They discuss using Notion for automation and its benefits. They highlight the release of Omnifocus version four and promote Express VPN. The recent update from Notion on automation with databases and task management is discussed. The automation capabilities of Notion, including template-based and trigger-based automations, are explored. The hosts discuss using Text Expander for efficient communication and share their current automation projects. They explain how they streamline communication with organized instructions and use Loom for screencasting. The concept of 'setup showdown' and tools like Keeper, Maestro, Bunch, and Shortcuts are mentioned.
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AI Hallucination
- Rosemary asked an AI about herself and it incorrectly stated she co-hosted Mac Power Users.
- She was excited, thinking it was true, but Stephen Hackett confirmed he wasn't sharing the hosting duties.
Notion's Niche
- Notion's limitations prevent it from replacing specialized apps like Obsidian or OmniFocus.
- However, it excels in collaborative projects, especially with its contemporaneous text editing.
Workflow Evolution
- Automators started with Quip, then moved to Google Docs and Airtable, integrated with Zapier.
- The complexity grew, prompting a move to Notion for simplification and workflow review.