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The Omni Show

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Oct 7, 2024 • 33min

How William Gallagher Uses Omni Software

William Gallagher, the Deputy Chair of the Writers Guild of Great Britain and creator of the 58Keys YouTube channel, shares his insights on productivity and creativity. He discusses how he utilizes OmniFocus to manage diverse projects, including his podcast productions. William emphasizes the importance of mentoring young writers, time management strategies, and the balance between creativity and structure. With tips on optimizing productivity systems and staying inspired, his conversation is packed with valuable advice for writers and creative professionals alike.
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Sep 23, 2024 • 25min

How Lynne Murphy Uses OmniFocus

Lynne Murphy, a linguistics professor at the University of Sussex, discusses how she skillfully manages her hectic life using OmniFocus. She reveals her journey of exploring the nuances between British and American English, originally inspired by her blog. Listeners learn about her methods for maximizing productivity through effective task management and the importance of aligning commitments with personal intentions. Lynne also dives into the deeper motivations behind productivity, reflecting on her unique upbringing which shaped her views on life and work.
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Sep 2, 2024 • 23min

How Michael Keithley Uses OmniFocus

Michael Keithley, a tech leader with a rich background in Hollywood and Silicon Valley, dives into how he utilizes OmniFocus to balance his life. He discusses the disruptive impact of AI on entertainment, navigating innovation alongside job security. Michael shares his journey from analog to digital productivity tools, emphasizing simplicity and the importance of creating efficient task management systems. He also covers the transformative power of the Getting Things Done philosophy, highlighting the joy of productive habits that reduce stress.
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Aug 19, 2024 • 31min

The Return of David Sparks (MacSparky)

David Sparks, a renowned podcaster and author, discusses his transition from a legal career to full-time content creation. He emphasizes the evolution of productivity tools in the digital age, particularly the role of AI. Sparks explores how to use tools like OmniFocus to align tasks with larger life goals while advocating for a balanced approach to productivity. He also shares insights on his latest project, the OmniFocus 4 Field Guide, and offers listeners a discount on his productivity guides. Tune in for practical advice on navigating work and life in a tech-driven world!
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Aug 5, 2024 • 25min

How Brian McCabe Uses OmniFocus

Brian McCabe, a senior vice president at Inoapps, shares his journey with OmniFocus, emphasizing a shift from complexity to simplicity in productivity. He discusses managing 130 clients across various cultures and the role of technology in fostering adaptability. Brian highlights the importance of writing tasks down and offers practical advice for beginners. He also explores the power of automation, including voice commands, and introduces the concept of 'slow productivity,' encouraging prioritization of fewer tasks for enhanced focus.
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Jul 22, 2024 • 30min

How "offlinemark" Uses OmniFocus

Multifaceted artist and engineer offlinemark from Berlin shares tips on blending creativity and technical skills using OmniFocus. Learn how he manages professional life, creative projects, and personal pursuits with mindfulness. Discover the benefits of live coding, custom OmniFocus setups, and balancing passion with technicality for enhanced productivity.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 33min

The Return of Dr. Luc Beaudoin

Dr. Luc Beaudoin discusses ubiquitous linking and cognitive productivity, emphasizing the psychological benefits. They explore how apps like OmniFocus support efficient task management and the importance of staying focused amidst distractions. The podcast delves into deep work, slow productivity, and the manifesto for ubiquitous linking, highlighting the significance of enhancing cognitive capabilities and managing information effectively.
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Jun 26, 2024 • 32min

Post-WWDC Roadmap Update

Ken Case, CEO of the Omni Group, discusses the post-WWDC roadmap update in the podcast. Topics include Apple Intelligence potential for Omni apps, privacy commitments, upgraded Siri capabilities, software enhancements for Apple Vision Pro, workflow innovation, Apple's emphasis on privacy and AI applications, and Apple's strategy on AI privacy.
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Jun 17, 2024 • 28min

How Brian Hogan Uses OmniFocus

Director of Developer Education, Brian Hogan, discusses using Omni software for workload management and lesson planning. Topics include task accountability, Eisenhower Matrix for prioritization, and clarity with OmniFocus. The episode explores online teaching, Omni tools integration, competency-based learning, and project management thinking.
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Jun 3, 2024 • 29min

How Jamie Thingelstad Uses OmniFocus

Jamie Thingelstad, Senior VP at SPS Commerce, discusses how he uses OmniFocus to balance his demanding role and diverse interests efficiently. He shares his journey to mastering task management, the importance of staying mindful while being productive, benefits of automation, and tips for improving productivity in task management systems.

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