Updated March 16, 2025, from Endor Studios.
Projects
Productivity Field Guide Webinar Series
I’m currently in the middle of the Productivity Field Guide webinar series. This is one of my favorite annual projects, and watching participants make real progress toward their own Arete—the Greek concept of striving for excellence—has been deeply fulfilling.
Mac Power Users
We have an exciting lineup of guests coming to Mac Power Users—including several I’ve been eager to interview for quite some time. I can’t wait to share these conversations and insights with our listeners.
E-Ink Exploration: Not for Me
After testing the Supernote E-Ink device, I’ve concluded that despite its quality, E-Ink simply doesn’t fit my workflow. I consistently return to tools that better serve my needs. I’ll elaborate on this experience in an upcoming Mac Power Users episode.
MacSparky Labs
At MacSparky Labs, I’m preparing to launch a series of interest-based meetups. These rotating conversations will explore a variety of topics. Meanwhile, our book club continues to thrive—we’re currently reading Oliver Burkeman’s 4,000 Weeks.
The Next Field Guide
Recording is underway for my next MacSparky Field Guide on Alfred, the Mac utility and keyboard launcher. After years with ScreenFlow, persistent bugs forced me to switch to Screen Studio for its cleaner aesthetic and built-in animations. It’s not as full featured as ScreenFlow, so we’ll be finishing production in Final Cut Pro and DaVinci Resolve which will result in even better production standards overall. This combination will bring a fresh, more dynamic visual style to future videos.
In the Woodshop
My woodworking has taken a practical turn lately as I build stage boxes and utility pieces for family projects. We’re also converting a portion of our garage into a rehearsal space for my daughter’s production of Gutenberg! The Musical! at the LA Fringe Festival.
In the Garden
Spring is awakening my bonsai collection. My maple tree is developing delicate buds, while the redwood grouping displays vibrant new growth. We don’t get the seasons in Southern California like folks do in other parts of the world, so theses little seasonal transitions are a highlight for me.
Current Reading & Productivity Experiments
I recently finished Paul Loomans’ I’ve Got Time: A Zen Monk’s Guide to a Calm, Focused, and Meaningful Life—a concise yet profound read. Its emphasis on mindfulness has influenced my experiment with “intuition-based” planning. I’m very curious to see how this plays out.
Health & Movement Update
I’ve been prioritizing my physical wellbeing through consistent Pilates and regular walks through my hilly neighborhood. This steady movement routine has significantly enhanced my energy and focus. I’m also starting a new experiment with a friend, Disney Rucking, where we meet at Disneyland at opening and walk 4-5 miles with loaded backpacks before a healthy lunch and heading home. It’s kinda fun.
I Bought a Thing
I’ve added several Toyo Japanese toolboxes from Ugmonk to my collection. Their intentional design has proven remarkably versatile in the studio. Fair warning: I may acquire more!
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Hat tip to Derek Sivers for the idea of this “Now” page. I’m terrible at social media, but this page gives me a place to check in with the world and update you, as Derek recommends, like I would when catching up with an old friend.