👋 I'm Joe. I strive to build productivity systems that stand the test of time and help me do more than check boxes. I'm here to help you do the same.
🎙 I read a lot of books and talk about it.
🐿 I can't focus on one thing for long, so I write a lot of code for an eclectic grouping of projects.
📓 And I'm a bit obsessed with finding non-proprietary solutions to digital problems. Thus, text files for the win! 🎉
It's been about nine months since I released Working With OmniFocus. A lot has happened in that time and my systems around OmniFocus have morphed quite a bit. Throw in a pile of learning accrued from other projects and I have decided to make some significant changes to the book.
“When one is this aware of their life’s work to this degree, it makes decisions much more simple...” https://extratextuals.com/defining-your-lifes-work-and-stepping-forward-bee8dd9640ac by @DrewCoffman
“The fact that the new employee had no email address had no discernible impact on his productivity.” http://calnewport.com/blog/2016/07/20/no-email-no-problem-a-workflow-engineering-case-study/
I keep looking at old axes at antique stores (no judging) but have never come home with one. http://www.artofmanliness.com/2012/07/17/how-to-restore-an-heirloom-axe/ by @artofmanliness
I'm not the only one leaving the elephant behind. http://www.practicallyefficient.com/2016/07/14/state-of-my-content.html by @practeff
The problem with talking about obstacles is it forces you to open up and be vulnerable. https://twitter.com/bookwormfm/status/755739118546464769
We all deal with something painful in our lives. And although they are hard to talk about, it’s these obstacles that strengthen us for the future. Recommend A Book The...
“I can tinker with something, try to get it perfect, but until I get feedback, the idea has no value.” https://justinjackson.ca/shipit/ by @mijustin
After a great weekend of fun and friends at #Macstock2016 & #MWMacBBQ16 I’m excited to announce dates for Macstock 2017: July 15 & 16, 2017!
It's awesome to see @bookwormfm having an impact so quickly. Thanks, @DrewCoffman! https://extratextuals.com/removing-resistance-379c189ff883#.3h79htx4z
Just looked into my @Medium account. Wow! There are a lot of you following me over there. Maybe I need to reconsider my lack of using it.
Podcasters: I don’t host with Podbean. I sell my own ads. But they list my show like this. Please be careful. http://d.pr/i/IxJ0
It's not complicated but this is how I use @TextExpander with @OmniFocus. http://joebuhlig.com/textexpander-and-omnifocus/
TextExpander and OmniFocus are two of the first tools I install on any new device, so it's no surprise that the two work well together. You may expect some kind of Applescripting or shell magic, but I keep this extremely simple and only use true text expansion with OmniFocus. I run the scripts manually or behind the scenes with Hazel.
Our own @BobbleheadJoe dropping some @OmniFocus knowledge at #Macstock2016. https://twitter.com/macstockexpo/status/754418955280850945
I rearranged my home screen to get stuff done and quit blowing time. This is the result. http://joebuhlig.com/my-current-home-screen/
Finished up my morning exercise and cleaning up some minor tasks before hitting the road for #macstock2016!
When I consolidated a handful of my inboxes into my email it made me rethink my home screen. I had previously kept it slim but this takes it a step further and creates significant resistance to activities better left undone.
"First Insights from Our Reader Survey" http://mymorningroutine.com/survey-insights/ by @morningroutines
Sweet! @bookwormfm is trending on @remarksfm! https://twitter.com/bookwormfm/status/753576254322855936
I really want one.
"How Using an Ultrawide Monitor Boosted My Productivity (and Can Boost Yours)" http://lifehacker.com/how-using-an-ultrawide-monitor-boosted-my-productivity-1782833923 by @halophoenix
I review the completed perspective in #omnifocus daily. But I don't break it up like this. http://www.myproductivemac.com/blog/completed-perspectives-in-omnifocus1142016 by @myproductivemac
Some doors open while others close. Sad day. https://twitter.com/whaddyaknowjoe/status/753531257187741697
I have a lot going on with a number of new projects taking off. But with new doors opening, a few doors need to be closed.
In one short week I received a lot of requests for this. Enjoy! https://twitter.com/bookwormfm/status/753204961492606976
Episode 4 will be The Obstacle Is The Way by Ryan Holiday
https://www.amazon.com/Obstacle-Way-Timeless-Turning-Triumph/dp/1591846358/ref=sr_1_1?tag=bookwormfm-20
It's not always easy to do the work. And @BobbleheadJoe and I open up about our struggles to create. https://twitter.com/bookwormfm/status/753184372786733056
.@JoeBuhlig launched his new platform http://workingwithideas.co and i’m happy about his guidance for making my ideas happen and working #great
