The Omni Show How Marko Anastasov Uses OmniFocus
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Nov 10, 2025 Marko Anastasov, a software developer and co-founder of Semaphore and Operately, shares his journey from chaos to clarity in productivity. He discusses his life-changing switch to OmniFocus, highlighting a night-before planning routine and the importance of a focused workday. Marko emphasizes the art of simplicity in task management, opting for a single prioritized goal. He also delves into how negative visualization and effective calendar use inspire his productivity, encouraging listeners to embrace clarity in their workflows.
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From Failed Startups To Semaphore
- Marko and his co-founder moved from failed startups to consulting before founding Semaphore in 2011.
- They built a cloud continuous-integration service to fill a gap between GitHub and deployment tools.
Turning To OmniFocus In 2018
- Marko first installed OmniFocus around 2018 when juggling maker and manager roles.
- He turned to OmniFocus after plain text lists felt insufficient during periods of overwhelm.
Plan The Night Before
- Review OmniFocus the night before and flag a couple of morning tasks to start with clarity.
- Block morning focus time in your calendar to protect and direct your best work hours.