It has been a long time since I was planning for a new post for my blog. The problem was that I was unable to decide the topic on which should I write. So finally I came with this idea of writing about my favourite section “How I Work” series of one of my favourite website “Lifehacker“.
“The How I Work series asks heroes, experts, brilliant, and flat-out productive people to share their shortcuts, workspaces, routines, and more. Every Wednesday we’ll feature a new guest and the gadgets, apps, tips, and tricks that keep them going.” – Lifehacker
Every Wednesday they feature a new guest and ask them few questions about the gadgets, apps, tips and tricks they use to keep themselves going.
Here are few questions and answers by some random guests. Click on the links to read all the Q/A.
What apps/software/tools can’t you live without?
I live nearly 100% in the Google universe: Gmail, Google Calendar, Docs, Chrome, Code, Groups, G+, Reader, Android, etc. The only big exceptions are Skype for team calls (although I’m starting to switch to Google Hangouts more and more) and Keynote on the iPad for presentations, which is the only software I use that actually makes me happy. I don’t think it’s possible to make an ugly presentation in Keynote (God knows I’ve tried). -Chris Anderson. Exiting Editor in Chief, Wired
What’s your best time-saving trick?
“Use RescueTime to block off all social media sites and email for 90-120 minutes first thing in the morning. Focus on your most important one or two to-dos. If processing email on Gmail later, use The Email Game to double speed.” – Tim ferris. Human guinea pig and writer. Author of the 4-Hour Workweek and the brand spankin’ new The 4-Hour Chef.
What’s your favorite to-do list manager?
I use Action Method and Evernote depending on the day and project. - Erik Martin. Reddit General Manager
What’s your best time-saving trick/life hack?
Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa. Warby Parker co-founders and co-CEOs
Dave: I started using IFTTT to email or text me an alert if there’s a rain or snow forecast for the next day or two. It’s a good way to avoid getting caught in a storm without an umbrella or the right shoes.
Neil: My favorite life hack so far [is] convincing my wife to run her business from the Warby Parker office. No matter how late I stay at work, I get to see her throughout the day. It’s a harmonious overlap of business and pleasure for both of us. Another shortcut I’ve discovered is to stop caring about punctuation, capitalization, and proper grammar. I’m proud to say that I no longer sweat the small stuff, such as comma placement.
What’s your favorite to-do list manager?
Dave: Evernote. I love that it syncs between all my devices.
Neil: Evernote.
What’s your workspace like?
Dave: Laptop docked to a keyboard and second screen. My desk has a split personality. Sometimes it’s passably organized. Most of the time it’s a cyclone of piled-up papers.
Neil: On top of my desk is a laptop and a massive amount of papers that I should read but inevitably end up tossing after my office manager yells at me. There’s also a land line which I never use, but it’s still there. Having a land line is like having a quill and ink on my desk. It’s the start of my antique collection.
Is there anything else you’d like to share with readers?
Start programming! Whether it’s with Codecademy or somewhere else, it’s something you’ll use everyday. - Zach Sims. Co-founder of Codecademy
It is always inspiring to read about them and their algorithm to pull out the genius from inside.
Image : How I Work
