488: How We Communicate

Our digital devices make communicating with others easier than ever, but with that flexibility comes complexity. David and Stephen talk about what solutions they use for certain types of communication, then talk about Notifications and Do Not Disturb, which can help curb incoming messages when things get too hectic.

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Links and Show Notes:

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#MPU500 Questions - Announcements and Help - MPU Talk

SpamSieve: Easy-to-use Mac Spam Filter

Email Management for Any Inbox | SaneBox

AppleScript to Link to Apple Mail Message — MacSparky

Where work happens | Slack

Basecamp: Project Management & Team Communication Software

GroupMe | Group text messaging with GroupMe

Skype | Communication tool for free calls and chat

Messenger - Home | Facebook

WhatsApp

Use notifications on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

Notifications on your Apple Watch - Apple Support

Use Notifications on your Mac - Apple Support

Presenter Series: Coding in Front of People – TextExpander

Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World: Cal Newport: 9781455586691: Amazon.com: Books

Use Do Not Disturb on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

DND Menu - Shorcuts

How to use Do Not Disturb While Driving - Apple Support

Automators #25: WWDC 2019 Automation Update - Relay FM