The Omni Show

Discover the incredible world of automation with Gabriel, a productivity guru and automation developer. He revolutionizes the way he manages his life and work using OmniFocus. Learn about customizing OmniFocus software, the benefits of automation, and the relationship between coding and music.

In this podcast episode, Meg Edwards discusses optimizing your OmniFocus system setup, tag management, and the critical steps after capturing inbox items. She provides expert advice on streamlining tags and mastering ‘clarifying and organizing.’ Other topics include tailoring GTD systems to fit individuals' unique needs, simplifying task systems, and the power of next action thinking in the GTD philosophy.

Erik Hedin, a seasoned sound designer and composer, shares his journey from a curious child to respected theater sound designer. He explains how OmniGraffle's visual mapping features orchestrate theatrical performances. Erik emphasizes the importance of iteration and collaborative feedback, showcasing his work-in-progress to collaborators. He also discusses the surprising use of OmniGraffle as a visual program for sound design.

We sit down with Zen, a multifaceted Pixel Artist and Designer from the gaming industry, to explore OmniFocus and the art of digital productivity. Zen shares insights on automation in workflow, finding the right track in productivity, and exploring art and organization through social media, NFT marketplaces, and more.

Mike Burke, a software engineering group leader at Amazon, shares valuable tips and tricks for using Omni software. Topics include a unique weekly review system, Keyboard Maestro for note retrieval, simplified tag usage, and more. He also discusses his background and experiences using Omni software tools for organization and project planning. Additionally, he gives advice for getting started in productivity and shares his daily routine and rituals. The podcast also covers organizing windows and virtual desktops for better focus and productivity.

In this enlightening podcast, Bryan Roseveare shares how he uses OmniFocus to enhance productivity and minimize anxiety. He discusses the importance of checklists in various aspects of life and how they can be reviewed and improved. Bryan also reveals his passion for continuous learning and starting a podcast during the pandemic as a tool for self-development.

Full transcript and show notes at theomnishow.omnigroup.com This time on The Omni Show, we converse with Mike Roberts, co-founder of Symphonia and co-author of Programming AWS Lambda. We chat about his transition from software engineer to consultant, and how this change influenced his adoption of OmniFocus to better manage his work and personal life. The discussion explores Mike's journey into productivity tools and his advocacy for a system that helps offload the memory burden, inspired by the principles of Getting Things Done. Mike's approach stresses the importance of a reliable system, be it simple or complex, and highlights how OmniFocus has been instrumental in organizing tasks of every size. Some other people, places, and things mentioned in this episode: - Programming AWS Lambda - OmniFocus - Symphonia - Getting Things Done - Evernote - Day One - Mike Roberts Mastodon

Full transcript and show notes at theomnishow.omnigroup.com In this fascinating episode of The Omni Show, we invite cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Matthew Kmiecik to discuss his career, his workflow, and how he uses OmniGraffle to make data more accessible and engaging. We dive into Dr. Kmiecik's background, his evolution from neuroscience to data science at 23andMe, and the impact of his published academic research. Dr. Kmiecik highlights the importance of effective data visualization and shares his unique approach of combining data science using the R programming language with OmniGraffle. He reveals how he uses R to create initial visualizations, then imports them into OmniGraffle to add finishing touches. We also chat about saving data visualizations as SVG files, allowing for increased flexibility and control when editing in OmniGraffle. Some other people, places, and things mentioned in this episode: - R Programming Language - GGPlot 2 - OmniGraffle - Mattkmiecik.com - Dr. Matthew's LinkedIn page

Full transcript and show notes at theomnishow.omnigroup.com On today’s episode of The Omni Show, Andrew and Omni Group's CEO, Ken Case, dissect the key takeaways from Apple's WWDC and how visionOS is set to redefine the tech landscape. Ken envisions a future rich in augmented reality, drawing parallels with the revolutionary transformation seen with the iPhone. They also dive into the App Store’s 15th anniversary and the eagerly anticipated debut of OmniFocus 4, highlighting their steadfast dedication to seamless design and staying ahead of tech progression. Some other people, places, and things mentioned in this episode: - OmniGraffle Test Builds - Vision Pro - OmniFocus - Swift (programming language)

Full transcript and show notes at theomnishow.omnigroup.com In this insightful episode of The Omni Show, Andrew interviews Juho Vepsäläinen, the accomplished author behind "SurviveJS" and a recognized figure in the JavaScript community. Diving deep into Juho's journey, they discuss his early challenges, the evolution of his writing style, and the critical role OmniFocus played in his personal and professional growth. Offering a unique glimpse into his productivity methods, Juho shares how he uses OmniFocus as a tool for idea incubation, project management, and memory enhancement, demonstrating how it seamlessly integrates with his broader workflow. Whether you're a developer, an aspiring writer, or simply someone looking to improve productivity, this episode is packed with valuable insights and advice from a seasoned expert. Some other people, places, and things mentioned in this episode: - SurviveJS - Future Frontend - OmniFocus - Getting Things Done (Book) - Overleaf - GitHub