The Keep It Simple Stupid (K.I.S.S.) Version of Getting Things Done (GTD)

I have been reading a few blog posts from those who started on the GTD bandwagon and have fallen off. Especially those who are Mac users. Some have even contracted a bad taste in their mouth for GTD. Why is this? Probably because they are not keeping it simple. Read more

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Using Sidenote for Ubiquitous Capture

In a previous post, I listed the applications that I like and use most often. One that is becoming another favorite of mine is called Sidenote. Though I am a big supporter of the built in applications like Notes and Stickies, Sidenote is simple to use, easy to access, and packs a powerful punch. Read more

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Using Spaces to Give Your Workflow a Context

Mac users are always reforming their way of understanding mac productivity. Some may not agree with the constant changing from one thing to the next, but for us Mac users, we want to find the solution that works best for us. Not everything you try will work or even feel productive. Some things you keep and others you tweak or try differently. Read more

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How to Use Your Address Book to Send out a Mass Mailing

As some of you probably know by now, I am a big supporter of Mac’s built in features and applications. However, I do use some third party software to help with my productivity but not much. Also, some people are dissatisfied with some of Mac’s built in features, but I am quite satisfied and can always find a hidden feature to make it work. Some of you who work from home and/or do freelance work, may need to send out a mass mailing to clients every now and again. Read more

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DIY Daily Planner With iCal

Many of you probably know by now that you can print to-do lists, events, schedules, and full calendars from iCal. But you may not have thought of using iCal to roll your own planner. I am an electronic junkie, but when it comes to schedules, events, to-do lists, and all that jazz, I prefer to write it down.

This is because I love working with pen and paper. If someone gave me a ton of paper and pens for Christmas, I would be happier than a hog in slop. Yes, I know, I am a dork, but you can only do so much with your schedule and to-do lists with an electronic device. Read more

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The Keyboard + Quicksilver = Productivity

I have only been a mac user for about two months. However, switching from a PC to a Mac was easy for me. It is probably due to the fact that I am a techie. Also, I am a huge supporter in keeping with the mac philosophy of productivity. So then, using the keyboard to do work quicker and efficiently is up my alley. Read more

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