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MakeWorkWorkMWW 48: A Devotion to the Life I WantHabbi and Hailley talk about how they set up their intention for a whole year and then how they keep it present in their daily lives. Routines play a big part, and spoiler alert – it involves their Notion Daily Journals. Full shownotes at: https://www.makework.work/48 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeworkwork/message
2024-01-291h 08MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 47: Shark SummerThe theme of this episode is 'Shark Summer' or 'Work Christmas,' i.e. that time when it's the busiest time of year. Habbi and Hailley ask if work can be under control when the workload is completely out of control? Get show notes: makework.work/47 00:00:45 Habbi's Shark Week – Iceland Airwaves It's Habbi's busiest week of the year, Iceland Airwaves! This leads the two hosts to explore workload, inbox zero, and how to stay on top of things when work gets relentless. Iceland Airwaves Conference The TikTok that changed Habb...
2023-11-171h 20MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW46: A Proposer of PlansA listener question sets up a discussion on electronic distractions, our work stations, and staying accountable during work. It leads to a philosophical conversation about setting up an intentional work-day and how they play to their strengths when planning their days. Time stamps 00:00:20 Processing styles 00:22:50 Follow up 00:25:34 Setting up an intentional workday 01:03:44 Our work stations & accountability 01:36:29 Shout outs Read full shownotes at makework.work. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeworkwork/message
2023-08-161h 40MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 45: Tiny Little FrustrationsIn this episode, the two co-hosts break down a listener-recommended book — Life Admin. It leads to an exploration of if pleasure can be found in doing admin and taking stock of different types of admin. We swear — it’s not as boring as it sounds. Time stamps 00:00:24 Follow up 00:05:42 Life Admin book 00:47:46 Life Admin session 01:12:45 Memo & Shoutouts Get show notes: makework.work/45 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeworkwork/message
2023-06-161h 22MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 44: Creating Purposeful WorkflowsThe two co-hosts dive deep into their planning for the year including an overview of their themes and goals as well as how they have it set up. They also share some fun news and highlight listener intentions for the rest of the year. Get show notes: makework.work/44 Timestamps: 00:00:21 New MakeWorkWork Website 00:03:03 Workflows 00:51:34 2023 Intentions Mentioned during the show: Workflows page Gretchen Rubin’s Four Tendencies Life Admin: How I Learned to Do Less, Do Better, and Li...
2023-05-121h 11MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 43: Back to Basics2022 is coming to an end, and Habbi and Hailley reflect on 2022 goals, themes, and favourites. 🎆 Thank you so much to everyone who has listened this year and stuck with MakeWorkWork through thick and thin. 💜 Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: https://www.makework.work/43  Timestamps: 00:00:30 Follow up 00:13:50 2022 Recap 01:12:13 2022 Favourites 01:57:36 Memo & Shoutouts Write to us what you’re taking into 2023, especially if there’s something you’ve taken from the show. Here is: hello@makework.work A bi...
2022-12-292h 03Culture of Leadership
Culture of Leadership91. How to Lead with TransparencyToday’s guest is Hailley Griffis, Head of Communications and Content at Buffer, a social media management software aimed at helping creators and small businesses build their brands. For years now, Buffer has operated as a totally “transparent” organization.  Internally, employees have visibility into everything the company does, and what other departments are doing, and every employee’s work is open to their teammates for comments, assistance, and feedback.  Externally, the company publishes all its financials including revenue and employee salaries for anyone to see. Hailley takes us through Buffer’s processes and gives some tips and tricks for c...
2022-12-2556 minMakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 42: Do I Like It? Not Always.It’s a busy season for both Habbi and Hailley. The two hosts discuss how to strategize their workloads knowing it’s crunch time. As always, beverages are present – with a special festive edition from a listener! Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:07:36 Catch-up 00:20:40 Follow-up 00:28:40 Crunch time 01:26:53 Shout-outs Mentioned during the show: MWW mugs are currently available to those who support the show on Anchor Habbi’s recording set-up pre-cat k...
2022-11-221h 42MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 41: A German Train StationFolders. Emails. Documents. Today’s episode is all about folder structure, unrequited email communications, asset management, and the general clutter of inboxes. It’s something we both have strong opinions about and is the basis for Habbi’s future political platform. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:00:20: Folder Management 00:59:23: Listener Shoutouts Mentioned during the show: Habbi’s current desktop with no files The para method Parasocial relationships Hailley deletes emails Episode 33, where we explain email sy...
2022-10-261h 16MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 40: Tomorrow Is The Most Busy DayHabbi and Hailley check in with what’s been working for them recently and find out it’s all the things they already know about. They also discuss the difference between inner and outer discipline, setting up schedules, and check-lists. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:01:00: MWW live 00:18:43: An overview of what’s working for us right now 01:27:09: New MWW website Mentioned during the show: MWW live on Twitte...
2022-09-201h 33MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 39: Small But Big ThingsIn this episode, Hailley and Habbi reflect on a new era of their work lives that involves managing freelancers and team members, deciding on tools, and the struggles and benefits of connecting across the internet and in person. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:09:27 Scope of roles 00:20:29 Hiring 00:42:20 Content calendar 00:52:58 Connecting remotely and in person 01:01:18 Shout outs *Timestamps may vary slightly based on the ads you hear. Mentioned during the show: The Power of...
2022-05-271h 03MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 38: A Sprinkle of Happy OptimismHabbi reveals her new theme of the year and the impact this system has had for her. Hailley shares reflections around themes and what’s next for her in terms of yearly planning. Both of them are excited about a new system to help Marie Kondo your digital life. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:09:10 Habbi’s theme 00:43:40 Hailley’s goals 01:39:20 Memo & shoutouts *Timestamps may vary slightly based on the ads you hear. ...
2022-05-131h 45MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 37: This Is My Worst QualityOnly a year after Hailley took the StrengthsFinder 2.0 test, Habbi finally did too! Both co-hosts review the results and reflect on yearly themes before closing out the show with a few MakeWorkWork highlights from 2021. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:00:45 Follow up 00:13:02 Strengths 00:58:27 Reflecting on 2021 01:42:39 Shoutouts *Timestamps may vary slightly based on the ads you hear. Mentioned during the show: Jólabókaflóðið Your Perfe...
2022-01-071h 56MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkBonus MWW: A Joy From Start to FinishInspired by the Icelandic Jólabókaflóð, the release of new books in Iceland ahead of Christmas, this episode is a Christmas gift for MakeWorkWork listeners in the form of an episode that’s just about books. Hope you enjoy! Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps:  00:01:46 Intro 00:18:05 Categories 00:27:34 Books we’ve mentioned like 10 times 00:34:05 Absolute favourites 00:41:40 Entertaining novels that are easy to read 00:53:32 Fantasy and fiction 01:14:36 Stories of people 01:25:56 Thought-provoking non-fiction 01:44:22 Self-improvement 01:58...
2021-12-172h 27MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 36: A Cup of Tea and a Long ChatHabbi and Hailley finally get to share a secret project they’ve been working on with someone they both admire, and a subject they haven’t had the chance to talk about for two years finally resurfaces...with templates! Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:00:29 Follow up 00:30:06 Travel 01:19:44 Podcast mentorship series 01:40:52 Shout outs Mentioned during the show: America Needs ‘Y’all’ 5 Love Languages Jacqueline Jensen: A Comprehens...
2021-12-101h 50MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 35: Perfectionist DetoursThe two co-hosts follow up on imposter syndrome three years and 26 episodes later, talk about strengths and weaknesses, and generally advise against playing games where no one wins. Habbi appoints Hailley to a new position, and all Hailley wants is the whole world using meaningful measures of time. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:00:25 Follow up 00:08:33 Imposter syndrome 01:08:08 Shout outs *Timestamps may vary slightly based on the ads you hear.
2021-10-291h 23MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 34: All Day Video Calls All DayThe show is back on a real-time schedule! Habbi and Hailley share updates on their new roles in work and life, and it’s a perfect time to get into a theme update. Plus, an unexpected conversation about meal processes and a lot of assigned listener homework. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:02:50 Life update 00:10:09 Theme check in 00:41:47 Work updates 01:35:45 Shout outs *Timestamps may vary slightly based on the ads you hear. ...
2021-10-011h 39MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 33: Click click click click clickHabbi and Hailley honour the updated show description in this thirty-third ever MakeWorkWork episode. As a nod to their very first one, they systematically go through the star players of their personal processes: calendar, task managers, notes, and of course, email. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:15:08 Calendar 00:36:27 Task managers 01:14:03 Notes 01:43:17 Email *Timestamps may vary slightly based on the ads you hear. Mentioned during the show:
2021-08-272h 18MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 32: Boom! You Look ProfessionalHabbi updates her personal brand and Hailley is weirdly passionate about it. They share what personal branding means to them along with general strategies and tactics. Plus, updates on Habbi’s local volcano and Hailley’s family leave. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:15:44 Follow up + a personal update 00:29:39 How we approach personal branding 01:04:17 General strategies for personal branding 01:28:36 Memo *Timestamps may vary slightly based on the ads you hear. Me...
2021-04-231h 41MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 31: The Pressure of PerfectionAlmost two years after Habbi and Hailley first shared their Enneagram types, the two hosts revisit the topic with a full episode on the impact the Enneagram has had on their personal and professional lives. In this episode, they share an overview of the Enneagram, talk through productivity advice based on your Enneagram, and answer listener questions. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:13:28 Follow up 00:27:43 Enneagram overview 00:47:06 The impact of the enneagram 01:35:24 Productivity advice
2021-03-292h 40MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 30: The Work Work, If You WillIn this Q&A extravaganza, Habbi and Hailley finally (!) answer listener questions and put some important follow up to rest. They answer questions on everything from distractions when working from home, the production of this show, and then there’s a surprising throwback involving early 2000s Icelandic pop stars. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:01:02 Follow up 00:05:45 Creative work 00:31:22 Remote work 00:56:44 Careers 01:21:17 Fun Mentioned during the show: Visual aids fr...
2021-02-191h 40MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 29: A Little Difficult To PlanIt’s a new year and Habbi and Hailley reveal yearly themes for 2021. In addition to digging into their themes, they reflect on some big 2020 milestones for MakeWorkWork. The post office gets a well-deserved shout out, and completely unavoidably, Iceland gets a mention or two. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:00:28 Follow up 00:25:05 Yearly themes 01:04:53 MWW in 2021 01:18:38 Shout outs *Timestamps may vary slightly based on the ads you hear. Mentioned during the show:  Breanne’s tweet...
2021-01-251h 33MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 28: Sub-Tweeted in Iceland TwitterIn this end of year episode, Habbi and Hailley have a follow-up extravaganza and share several new discoveries about Notion and email. They also wrap up 2020 by checking in on their themes of the year and end on a conversation on strengths and weaknesses. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:13:16 Follow up 00:40:30 Notion 01:07:04 Email 01:22:13 Iceland updates 01:37:20 Theme of the year 02:23:20 Memos 02:30:17 Shout outs Mentioned during the...
2020-12-182h 39MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 27: Homework... For Your BirthdayAfter a few exciting updates about professional campaigns involving beverages and niche podcast industry fangirling, Habbi and Hailley get to the bottom of why time feels so weird in 2020, share their new work setups, and elaborate on a few changing work processes. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:27:30 Time 00:49:11 Making the most of our surroundings 01:36:02 Work processes 02:17:38 Shoutouts Mentioned during the show:  Habbi’s least favourite emojis...
2020-09-112h 21MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 26: A Taylor Swift Approach To FriendsAfter a very stress-inducing start to the episode, Habbi and Hailley reflect on privilege and the importance of sending the elevator back down. Both co-hosts also share recent updates about work and launch the new MakeWorkWork bookshelf. This episode is packed with resources including books about racism and a list of incredible Black creators to follow. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get the full show notes: makework.work Timestamps:  00:10:54 Shout outs and books 00:34:22 Privilege 01:01:26 Responsibilities 01:11:17 Updates 01:28:13 Memo
2020-07-311h 35MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 25: Time For ReflectionPandemic slowness is real. In this episode, Habbi and Hailley share their thoughts around creating new goals and adjusting expectations for existing goals and intentions in 2020. Habbi’s most hated emojis come up, along with murder mystery book recommendations and the closest the two hosts have ever been to a real argument. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 37:58 Follow up 47:38 Life updates 1:06:49 Goals 1:42:10 Habits 2:00:58 Memo 2:05:33 Shout outs Mentioned during the sh...
2020-06-152h 24MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 24: Homescreen GodmotherHabbi and Hailley go over responses from the ramekin photos and review their pandemic home screens —  who needs Google Maps anymore? Beverages come up, naturally. And in some big news, the first MakeWorkWork call for recorded questions from listeners goes out! Follow the instructions in the shownotes to submit a question for a future episode. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:00:59 Follow up 00:34:17 Pandemic home screens 01:02:09 Being hard on yourself 01:14:16 Ask us...
2020-05-111h 27abrupt future. navigating the digital, distributed & disruptive workplace
abrupt future. navigating the digital, distributed & disruptive workplace04 - On The 2020 State of Remote Work Survey, a conversation with Hailley GriffisA conversation with Hailley Griffis, Head of Public Relations at Buffer, a fully distributed organization of 85 people living and working in 15 countries around the world, as well as co-host of the MakeWorkWork podcast.For the last few years, Buffer publishes a State of Remote Work Research report (https://lp.buffer.com/state-of-remote-work-2020). In this episode we explore the key insights and their meaning for the future of work.Topics discussed: Background on the research project and Buffer's own commitment to being fully remote What respondents think about remote work The main benefits and the...
2020-04-3025 minKeeping Up with Joe
Keeping Up with JoeKeeping Up with Joe #16 – Hailley GriffisHailley Griffis is the Head of Public Relations at Buffer, a social media management platform that helps innovative brands with planning, publishing, analytics, and engagement. She’s been on the Buffer team for over 4 years and along with the rest of the team works entirely remotely. She’s a co-host on a podcast about tech, travel, and books called MakeWorkWork. Originally from Canada, Hailley now lives in Virginia with her partner, two dogs, two cats, and various fish. When she's not on the internet, is an avid fiction reader, and spends a lot of time doing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. 
2020-04-1643 minMakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 23: I Hate JeansIn this episode, Habbi and Hailley check in on the new reality we’re all living in. They talk about what working from home looks like for them, how they are doing in the midst of the pandemic, and share several learning and music-related resources. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:13:15 Current state of affairs 00:26:35 Remote work 00:40:37 Personalities during a pandemic 00:53:30 Getting work done 01:18:37 Exercise 01:25:49 Yearly themes 01:28:58 Keeping busy 01:38:24 Answering qu...
2020-04-031h 47Quoth the Camser
Quoth the CamserEpisode 65: Book Recs for MakeWorkWorkI listened to MakeWorkWork (MWW 22: Kinda Wild But Also Fun) for the first time today and thoroughly enjoyed it. It's a talk show by by Hrefna Helgadóttir (Habbi) & Hailley Griffis. They chatted about books in this episode and I was inspired to jump in with some recommendations. So, here goes. Firstly, the podcast I mentioned is The Incomparable. Here's a book episode mentioned one my my book recommendations: 33 Percent RuleThe Calculating StarsNovel by Mary Robinette KowalFifth Business(The Deptford Trilogy #1)by Robertson Davies,The Golem a...
2020-02-1414 minMakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 22: Kinda Wild But Also FunAfter some pretty serious and very mathematical follow up, Habbi and Hailley talk about their calendars, share books from last year, and reveal their 2020 themes. Other topics that come up include surprise parties and what the year looks like from one’s mind (wild!). Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:08:56 Follow up 00:20:08 Holiday catch-up and calendar woes 00:29:15 Calendars woes 00:35:56 Visualizing the year 00:48:28 Books 01:06:15 Reading goals 01:13:56 Themes of the year Mentioned during the show: 2019 Spotify wr...
2020-02-071h 40MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 21: The Year of Smooth SailingIn this massive final episode of 2019, Habbi and Hailley tackle one of their favourite topics —  the end of year. They reflect on yearly themes, share all their numbers and reveal a secret that they’ve kept for the past year. This episode is packed with stats, end of year favourites, and, of course, plans for 2020. Happy New Year, everyone! Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:03:41 Follow up 00:19:29 Yearly themes 00:50:21 MWW stats from 2019 01:09:58 End of year...
2019-12-312h 27MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 20: Dang. That's a Good Looking Email ProviderAfter their respective two months of craziness, Habbi and Hailley discuss how much time they spend preparing to do the work and favourite email apps plus, there are a few things to set straight about an EDM concert and some Hogwarts quiz results. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:16:10 The Buzzfeed Hogwarts sorting quiz 00:23:09 LinkedIn follow up 00:27:09 Thoughts on preparation time (and email) 00:59:40 Habbi’s phone was stolen Mentioned during the show: EDM Ticketmaster Buzzfeed’s Ho...
2019-12-191h 27MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 19: The Artist's WayHabbi and Hailley dive into their first MakeWorkWork book club and discuss The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. They also (for the first time) formally introduce themselves and share their work history. This episode was done in collaboration with ILYS. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: www.makework.work Timestamps: 00:05:06 Intro to Habbi and Hailley 00:22:46 About The Artist’s Way 00:34:10 Thoughts on The Artist’s Way 01:11:02 Our writing 01:17:45 Getting in touch Mentioned during the show: This episode was produc...
2019-11-221h 28MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 18: Sent from l'phoneIn the midst of a wild few months, the hosts record at an unusual time and place. Long-standing questions get answered, like what are Habbi's DailyDos and LinkedIn questions for Hailley. Finally, they explore the viral email sign-offs alignment chart from lawful good to chaotic evil. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Time stamps: 00:04:17 Follow up 00:17:20 Habbi’s DailyDos 00:34:20 LinkedIn tips from Hailley 01:13:35 Networking horizontally 01:24:50 Email sign-offs Mentioned during the show: Todoist Todoist karma Episode 14 Habbi’s Da...
2019-10-311h 38MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 17: This Isn't Leading Anywhere GoodThe hosts check in on their yearly themes which stumbles them into a raw talk about the dark side of productivity apps. Oh, and Habbi got more airtime about music than probably ever before (finally). Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 10:46 Follow up & book club update 50:35 Real talk about Todoist  1:06:20 Yearly themes  1:32:15 Shout outs  Mentioned during the show: Slack notification Flowchart The True Difference Between The Hogwarts Houses: 15 Tum...
2019-09-061h 41MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 16: You’re The Hero Of Your Own LifeIn this longest ever MakeWorkWork episode, Habbi and Hailley reveal a long list of personality test results, with one particularly shocking and traumatizing answer. The hosts also finally discuss a book that’s been mentioned several times in the past, The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck and chat about the merits of book clubs.  Emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 03:10 Follow up  27:45 Myers Briggs  40:13 Four Tendencies  51:49 Hogwarts houses 1:19:27 The Su...
2019-08-022h 21The Binge Factor
The Binge FactorThe Back End Of Creating A Corporate Podcast with Hailley Griffis of the MakeWorkWork PodcastIt may look like a ton of fun to have a podcast, and it is, but there’s also a lot going on in the back end of podcasting. New influencer Hailley Griffis is one of the many hosts of The Science of Social Media, the podcast of Buffer which is a suite of social media products that provide tools for visual marketing, audience engagement, and analytics. Hailley You came up with the idea that a podcast was going to make a great idea for a social media company. She shares how they built The Science of Social Media from th...
2019-07-0132 minThe Binge Factor
The Binge FactorThe Back End Of Creating A Corporate Podcast with Hailley Griffis of the MakeWorkWork PodcastIt may look like a ton of fun to have a podcast, and it is, but there’s also a lot going on in the back end of podcasting. New influencer Hailley Griffis is one of the many hosts of The Science of Social Media, the podcast of Buffer which is a suite of social media products that provide tools for visual marketing, audience engagement, and analytics. Hailley You came up with the idea that a podcast was going to make a great idea for a social media company. She shares how they built The Science of Social Media fr...
2019-07-0132 minMakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 15: An Almost Magical CoupleAfter their trip to New York filled with rain, internet friends and bagels, Habbi and Hailley finally talk about a topic Hailley's been obsessed with for the past year: figuring out one’s Enneagram type. Also, there are multiple segues into tea and desserts.  Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps:  09:28 Internet friends  15:19 Enneagram types 37:05 Operating manual  48:04 Yelp skills  Mentioned during the show: 
2019-06-241h 03MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 14: Part II: So Much ContextHabbi and Hailley add to their phone setup conversation by discussing their widget screens. They also share a few strongly held opinions about daylight savings, time zones (and Fahrenheit).   Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 18:46 - Follow up  34:08 - Daylight savings and time zones  59:18 - Widget setups   Mentioned during the show: Laptop stickers Twitter thread (where Hailley mistakes horses for goats) 
2019-05-081h 37MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 13: The Virtual Junk DrawerAddressing a big topic of conversation (and contention) from over the years for both co-hosts, in this episode Habbi and Hailley finally talk home screens. Learn all about how their phones are organized and tackle their daily-use apps from the obvious to the obscure.   Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 23:50 Follow up  27:06 Homescreens 1:26:20 A first time request Mentioned during the show: Blueprint for Armageddon The Wa...
2019-04-051h 40MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 12: The Perfectionist Problem  After summarising their tech setups, Habbi and Hailley dive into a conversation about their themes for the year. A revelation around perfectionism and its relation to being goal-oriented ensues. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 2:38 Hailley’s new laptop  23:55 All of Habbi and Hailley’s work devices 47:00 Yearly themes  Mentioned during the show: Hailley’s hardware:  Macbook Pro Jayb...
2019-02-271h 38MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 11: Grandma is Flagged as ImportantDubbed “the reading year of impressiveness” Habbi and Habbi discuss the last year in books, share several books that they’re reading, and even make a few non-book recommendations. Plus, there had to be a little follow up on email. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 04:00 - Podcasting anniversary 06:15 - Follow up 36:06 - Reading Mentioned during the show: One year of MakeWorkWork blog post Automators podcast Rosemary Orchard from Automators LastPass 1Password Spark email
2019-01-181h 10MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 10: Sobbing Emoji LifestyleWe’re 10 episodes into MakeWorkWork and Habbi and Hailley are tackling a topic they both have a lot of opinions about, email. Everything from cold to warm email, plus intros and, of course, routines. This is an episode filled with the good, the bad and the ugly on email etiquette.  Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 01:12 - Follow up    19:30 - MWW news   24:05 - Instapaper update   25:33 - Cold and warm emails 1:06:10 - Email routines Mentioned during the show: Habbi...
2018-10-311h 26MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 9: MakeWorkWork workLast episode, Habbi and Hailley accidentally started talking about Impostor Syndrome so in this episode they face this massive topic head-on in an attempt to figure it out. Further, this episode is packed full of app-related drama, specifically for apps of the article-reading persuasion. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 05:07: Follow up 16:40 Work 34:17 The Instapaper Saga 46:33 Impostor Syndrome Mentioned during the show: Macbook adorable  Hailley duck sitting Habbi’s iPad setup Send us your job...
2018-09-141h 18MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 8: Complaining Vigorously Totally is a StrategyThis episode is all about writing. The two hosts ponder the difficulties of writing plus share their processes and the tools they use. On top of it all, by the end of the show, there’s a personal breakthrough moment around books and reading. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 02:10 Follow up 09:00 Smart goals  25:25 Writing  57:50 Books and reading Mentioned during the show: Pomegranates Todoist blog post about labe...
2018-06-151h 10MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 7: A Three-Book VacationHabbi and Hailley dissect a mind-blowing concept about thinking, principles, and algorithms. They also discuss reading goals, will you read more if you’re challenged or setting realistic expectations? Plus, they finally share the exciting salad principles that they’ve been searching for, for weeks. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 18:15 Principles 52:24 Routines 1:01:00 Lessons from France 1:12:40 Reading 1:27:30 Travel Mentioned during the show: Salad principles: something fatty, something crunchy, something sour, something sweet Daily Stoic Facebook Grou...
2018-04-111h 30Tools They Use
Tools They UseWorkplace Culture, Remote Work & Podcasting | Hailley GriffisWhat sort of work do you do day‐to‐day? Hailley executes on PR strategies, emails reporters interacting with Buffer, writes and publish blog content, records podcasts, works on campaigns related to Buffer culture. What is your daily to‐do list tool? And why? Todoist (https://todoist.com/) (iOS/Android/Mac/Windows/Web) (Both for personal and work tasks) How do you go about taking notes? Physical notebook (For quick notes) Dropbox Paper (https://www.dropbox.com/paper) (Android/iOS) (For long-term notes) Do you use a certain tool for tracking projects? Or do you solely use a task list? Dropbo...
2018-03-0800 minMakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 6: Super Ninja GrandmaFrom tumbleweed to audiobooks, this episode has Habbi and Hailley sharing how they are planning in 2018 and sharing their thoughts about journaling. In a surprise twist, Habbi has been sneakily doing something related to productivity and told no one. P.S.: If send them your personal processes, they’d melt. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 25:15 End of year reflection and goals/planning for 2018 35:00 Daily stoic journaling 1:03:15 Time tracking 1:14:32 Books Mentioned during the show: Tumbleweed Kerry’s af...
2018-02-051h 21MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 5: You Are An Email Address To MeThe end of a year has the MWW hosts reflecting on their (sometimes strange) New Year traditions as well as top reads of 2017 which includes everything from novels to cookbooks to self-improvement, to the angriest email Habbi has ever sent. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 13:30 Travel 18:00 Benefits of staying in one place 23:36 Planning for 2018 34:30 Beginning of year traditions 41:00 Human spreadsheets 50:45 Books Mentioned during the show: Shoutout to Canada for this review The Hague...
2018-01-091h 38MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 4: Goats Are Not Known For Speed or EleganceWe have a podcast that is live now! It's a little meta to talk about launching a creative project, on said creative project – but that's exactly what we're doing. Oh, and also whether notifications are a nuisance now, and if the continental United States can be crossed in two trips. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 7:45 Follow up 22:10 Turning off notifications 28:48 Goats and Rats on the internet 38:49 Travel 49:39 Work and Productivity 54:11 Topic: launching a creative project Mentioned during th...
2017-12-081h 10MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 3: None of This is TraditionalHow do you make work work when you're not in your regular home? We discuss what counts as a real office, the importance of a routine – and somehow the zombie apocalypse gets a mention (at least it's not Harry Potter!)  Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 00:16 Follow up 18:55 Current locations for Habbi and Hailley 25:10 What we’re both reading 35:54 How we work remotely Mentioned during the show: Quora Kindle SheNomads (Slack Community) Sapie...
2017-10-161h 20MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 2: Oh, You're from the Internet? Come Along!We break down Habbi's 84 point travel checklist (and she tells us her secret to glide through international security!) and we discuss how we segment social media between personal and professional – or don't.  Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Timestamps: 02:30: Packing and travel processes 24:50: Follow up from Episode 1 30:00: Reading self improvements vs. novels 37:00: What we’re reading 49:10: Segmenting social media Mentioned during the show: OmniFocus Byword Todoist Evernote BulletJournal Nexus Card Promogogo Harry Potte...
2017-10-161h 23MakeWorkWork
MakeWorkWorkMWW 1: You Are Married to Omnifocus NowIn the first-ever MakeWorkWork episode, we compare and contrast task management apps, lists, and the merits of using a physical notebook. Hailley wants to know if anyone re-reads books, and turns out Habbi doesn't really – with a notable exception. Subscribe for emails: http://eepurl.com/c77nuf Get show notes: makework.work Mentioned during the show: Lifesum Byword WorkFlowy Bullet Journal Paper and pen Sticky notes Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson The Innovators by Walter Isaacson Tools of Titans by Tim Fe...
2017-10-1657 min