A Productive Conversation Tasking, Tracking, and Tactics with David Sparks
Sep 16, 2014
In this engaging discussion, David Sparks, a productivity expert known as MacSparky, explores the evolution of task management tools since 2009. He emphasizes the importance of choosing apps that align with personal and collaborative needs. David shares insights on balancing a busy law practice with family and his creative work, as well as utilizing commute time for productive writing. He also advocates for private habit tracking and the benefits of journaling, highlighting its role in reflection and project documentation.
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Task Management Landscape Transformed
- The task-management landscape changed drastically since 2009 with many strong Mac apps now available.
- David Sparks says choice depends on user needs and you can get by with very little if you can pull it off.
Prepare For iOS 8 Extensibility
- Prepare now for iOS 8 extensibility because apps will hook into each other across the OS.
- Expect a burst of powerful apps early after release and plan to invest time and money updating workflows.
Work Choices Made For Life Balance
- David balances law, family, and MacSparky by choosing work that fits his life and avoiding 80-hour firm jobs.
- He uses small daily habits like dictating during commutes to steadily produce his field guide content.