This post is all about how I automated this process using an application that’s been in OS X for a very long time: Automator.

With only 5 minutes in a pomodoro break, all this switching around and launching can add up. This meant CMD+Tab to the app or jump to the space, and then start it up (or kill it, depending on where I am at). On top of that, I like to have certain apps on certain spaces on my two-display setup. Annoyingly, disregards 'Do Not Disturb' setting on Mac.ĭuring the pomodoro break, I reverse the process. Hipchat - awesome messaging app for work.Messages - Apple messaging app that allows me to send SMS messages from the desktop.Telegram - great individual and group messaging app.Omnifocus - essential project and task management.Sunrise Calendar - awesome calendar app.Quit a number of apps that are distracting when I am trying to work.Close the 'Distractions' Google Chrome window.Here’s what the process of getting rid of distractions looks like for me: I created a persona called “Distractions”. Recently, I started using a combination of Google Chrome “people” (personas) and killing apps to try to keep distractions away while working in a pomodoro. When I use the pomodoro technique, I’m in a much better place. I wanted to set myself up for success in my new position. I’m beginning to run again, starting with 3 to 5 sessions per week on the elliptical. And, I’ve begun putting the “fit” back in. This is such a wonderful mix of two of my favorite things - programming and writing - I sometimes can’t believe my good fortune! Shameless plug alert: I really love Stormpath and what we are up to. Here’s what I am excited about: I recently took a position as the Java Developer Evangelist for Stormpath. Frankly, I’ve gotten a bit away from the “fit” part of.

It has been a long long while since I’ve posted anything here. on tech productivity Killing Distractions, Mac Automator Style.

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