The Omni Show

Full transcript and show notes at theomnishow.omnigroup.com On January 21 we published the Omni Roadmap 2021, where we looked back at 2020 and look forward to all the items planned for this year. Ken Case, CEO of the Omni Group — and author of the roadmap — joins the show to go into further detail. 2020 - What a year! From migrating our entire suite to run natively on Apple's new M1-powered Macs to integrating a streamlined way to handle licensing and subscriptions - Omni Group accomplished a lot. We recap all the progress from 2020, and Andrew tries his hardest to get Ken to spill the beans on upcoming application features. And, like every year, we expect that Apple will announce new features at WWDC, and we will have surprise work to do. Which we don’t mind — it’s part of the fun of making apps! (We love those new features as much as you do.) You can find Ken on Twitter @kcase and on our Slack group. You can also find @omnigroup on Twitter and on Micro.blog. Previous roadmap blog posts: 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015

Full transcript and show notes at theomnishow.omnigroup.com Jason Atwood is COO and one of the founders of Arkus, Inc., a Salesforce consulting partner. He returns on this episode to provide some tips and tricks for the new year...direct from his OmniFocus system. Some other people, places, and things mentioned: Arkus Blog - 8 tips after 800 weekly reviews Arkus Blog - Weekly Review Tuneup for the new year Arkus Cloud Focus Weekly Podcast Change Your Game with GTD® Podcast by Next Action Associates GTD For Teens GTDNordic Podcast It Doesn't Have to Be Crazy at Work JasonMAtwood on Twitter Karios Cognition Kinkless GTD OmniFocus Rework Salesforce Slack Start with Why The Dip by Seth Godin The Omni Show - Episode 54 (Jason's Part 1) The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg

Full transcript and show notes at theomnishow.omnigroup.com Oogie McGuire is a shepherdess to a flock of Black Welsh Mountain sheep at her farm in Colorado. When she's not farming, she can be found digitally archiving community photos, curating her Animal Tracker database, or thoughtfully planning and processing her business's next steps. Oogie leverages OmniFocus to handle the details, rhythm, and unpredictability level that raising sheep on her family farm provides. Whether it's pulling up her "calls list" during a quiet moment or elegantly addressing the multiple needs that a new season brings - Oogie and OmniFocus pull it off together. Some other people, places, and things mentioned: Android Apple Pencil Desert Weyr (Oogie's Farm) DevonThink FoxBASE Getting Things Done book GoodNotes Animal Tracker (Previously Lamb Tracker) LibreOffice Obsidian OmniFocus Oogie's GitLab page Python SQLite Zotero Scrivener

Sal Soghoian, user automation expert, discusses the advantages and potential of automation, his role at Apple, the future of voice control, getting started with automation, Apple's secret enterprise strategy, and the power of automation in enhancing productivity and transforming lives.

Full transcript and show notes at theomnishow.omnigroup.com David Sparks is an Orange County, California business attorney and a geek. David is also a podcaster, blogger, and author who writes about finding the best tools, hardware, and workflows for using Apple products to get work done. David also writes for Macworld magazine and speaks about technology. OmniFocus is how David successfully runs his law practice, blogging, podcasts, and personal life. His system expresses both structure and fluidity as he utilizes URL linking to maximize his focus. Some other people, places, and things mentioned: OmniFocus OmniOutliner Mac Sparky OmniFocus Field Guide ("HoorayOmniGroup" for 5$ off) Toggl Timing App for Mac Hook App Keyboard Maestro Relay.fm Podcast Network Mac Power Users Automators Focused

Luc Beaudoin, Head of CogZest and author on cognitive productivity, discusses how he integrates OmniOutliner with his research and workflows. He shares insights on using templates for deep reading and effective note-taking. The conversation dives into the creation of his Hook App, emphasizing its unique linking features that enhance productivity. Beaudoin also reflects on a transformative journey from psychology to cognitive science and offers listeners exclusive discounts on his tools, encouraging community engagement for further learning.

Full transcript and show notes at theomnishow.omnigroup.com Kourosh Dini, MD is a psychiatrist, productivity expert, author, and musician. He's the author of Creating Flow with OmniFocus. On weekends, he can be heard streaming music from his website. Kourosh crafts his days using OmniFocus. His value of productivity as play is expressed within the routine structure that OmniFocus provides him. Some other people, places, and things mentioned: Getting Things Done by David Allen kGTD with Kourosh Dini on Inside OmniFocus Kourosh Dini on Learn OmniFocus

Full transcript and show notes at theomnishow.omnigroup.com Allen Pike runs Steamclock, where he helps design and develop polished apps in beautiful Vancouver, Canada. His work ranges from strategy and product management to coordinating design and development. Previously, he was a Software Engineer at Apple. On weekends, he hosts a podcast about silly facts. Allen leverages OmniFocus to capture and prioritize the best ideas when working at SteamClock. His unique blend of perspectives and workflow afford him the feedback he needs to make mission-critical decisions quickly. Some other people, places, and things mentioned: High Output Management Getting Things done Allen's Inside OmniFocus Article Super Mario Bros 3 Super Soaker Water Guns

Full transcript and show notes at theomnishow.omnigroup.com Aaron Hockley of TechPhotoGuy.com is a Master Photographer and Photographic Craftsman (M.Photog.Cr.), as recognized by the Professional Photographers of America. In 2014, he was recognized for third place in the Commercial/Illustrative category at PPA’s Grand Imaging Awards, and went on to represent the United States as a finalist at the World Photographic Cup. He was also the 2017 & 2020 President of the Oregon Professional Photographers Association. Aaron employs [OmniFocus] (https://www.omnigroup.com/omnifocus/) as an essential component of his business workflow. From templating reminders for his gear setup and prep, to automating his pre-and-post blogging checklists, Aaron has integrated Omni’s software to successfully manage attention even as commitments grow. Some other people, places, and things mentioned: TechPhotoGuy OmniFocus Blog Post Omni Automation TaskPaper Format Ulysses Drafts Shortcuts on iOS

Full transcript and show notes at theomnishow.omnigroup.com Alyssa Goodman is the Robert Wheeler Willson Professor of Applied Astronomy at Harvard, co-Director for Science at the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, and Research Associate of the Smithsonian Institution. Alyssa utilized OmniGraffle to create the brilliantly informative and aesthetically beautiful Path-to Newton project which visualizes the prevailing thought patterns and discoveries leading up to Sir Isaac Newton's discovery. You can find Alyssa on the web at her Harvard page. Some other people, places, and things mentioned: GLUE The Radcliffe Wave Merge Cube Hololens Oculus Rift Tabeau The Prediction Project