No Office

Do you think Nozbe is just for work? Not at all! You can easily organize your entire life here - from work projects to home tasks, hobbies, and trips. In this episode, we’ll show you how to use spaces and projects to bring everything together in one place - with a nice structure and without stress.🎙️ Topics:How spaces work in NozbeHow you can use a Free space in NozbeHow does a Premium Plan worksBusiness Subscription - unlimited spacesExtra space to organize your personal lifeHow you can use Nozbe spaces and various options to organize your work and personal lifeHow Michael and Magda use their extra spaces in NozbeSpecial  6+6 offer for extra space in Nozbe 24/03-7/04/2026Why you wanna organize your business and personal projects in one tool(00:00) - 🎧 Intro (01:00) - 🧠 How spaces work in Nozbe (02:32) - 🆓 Free Space (03:08) - 💎 Premium Plan (03:56) - 🏢 Business Subscription (05:02) - ➕ Extra space for Premium space members (06:08) - 🏠 Extra space to organize your personal life (06:53) - ❓ Does extra Free space influences the Premium subscription in any way? (08:38) - ⬆️ Upgrading your Free space to Premium (09:58) - 🗂️ How you can use Nozbe spaces and various options to organize your work and personal life (23:52) - 💰 Sponsor's break (24:58) - 👨‍💻 How Michael and Magda use their extra spaces in Nozbe (38:03) - 🎉 Special 6+6 offer for extra space in Nozbe 24/03-7/04 (39:23) - 🤔 Why you wanna organize your business and personal projects in one tool (41:26) - 👋 Outro and bonus for listeners 📝 Show notesMultiple spaces in NozbeFree Nozbe Demo and productivity consult🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Today, we’ll show you what the real journey looks like — from a user request to a finished feature — and why it’s almost never just a couple of clicks for a good developer.🎙️ Topics:What we consider when thinking about new featuresWhy we’re recording this episode in the first placeThe process of introducing new features to the Nozbe appDesign Fights at NozbeDevelopment and codingReal life example: printing feature(00:00) - 🎧 Intro (02:44) - 💡 What we consider when thinking about new features (05:44) - 🤔 Why we’re recording this episode in the first place (08:03) - 📥 The process of introducing new features to the Nozbe app: Step 1 – Feature Requests (10:48) - 🔍 Step 2: Request analysis (16:44) - 🥊 Step 3: Design Fight (21:41) - 📐 Step 4: Design (24:26) - 💻 Step 5: Development and coding (31:46) - 📢 Sponsor's break (32:46) - 🖨️ Real life example: printing feature (37:26) - 🧪 Step 6: Testing (41:43) - 🚀 Step 7: Releasing the feature and informing users (43:26) - 📝 Summary (49:46) - 👋 Goodbye and a Bonus for No Office fans 🎁 📝 Show notesNozbe Core Values: Passion, Simplicity, Freedom and FairnessHow to Improve the Quality of Your Customer ServiceNozbe AI webinarFree Nozbe Demo and productivity consult🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Everyone's talking about AI, but don't know where to start in your own company? In this episode, we share the specific processes we've improved at Nozbe using AI - with practical solutions you can implement today and see results immediately!🎙️ Topics:1. Use ChatGPT or Perplexity instead of Google to get direct answers with source links instead of traditional search.2. Use AI as a tutor / learning assistant: AI can generate questions, check answers, and provide immediate feedback to help you learn faster.3. Analyze data without building formulas manually:  Feed Excel or CSV data into Cloud AI to quickly get insights, breakdowns, and percentage analyses.4. Automate repetitive or tedious tasks: AI handles boring tasks so you can focus on creative work.5. Translate and maintain writing style: Use AI to translate content while preserving tone and style, reducing editing time.6. Create short video content (Reels / Shorts): AI helps identify key moments in long videos and generates multiple short versions for social media.7. Generate voice-over audio: ElevenLabs can synthesize natural-sounding voice for tutorials or promo content, including different accents.8. Create audio podcasts from text: Notebook LM can take text (articles, transcripts) and generate podcast-style audio discussions automatically.📝 Show notes- Sign up for our webinar- ChatGPT – conversational AI for questions, learning, and brainstorming- Perplexity AI (including Perplexity Pro)- Cloud AI - ElevenLabs- Notebook LM (Google) – AI for generating content, podcasts, or summaries from text sourcesCreators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host (00:00) - 🎬 Intro (03:48) - 🤖 What is AI? (07:11) - 🧭 AI in practice (17:53) - 🎧 Sponsor’s break (18:36) - 💡 Important TIP! (19:17) - 👀 “Creepy” AI – Voice, Video, Graphics (24:58) - 🤝 Nozbe AI – our approach (29:01) - ⚡ Impact on productivity (37:38) - ⚖️ AI – Threat or opportunity? (39:08) - 🚀 Boost your productivity with Nozbe AI – Webinar (41:43) - 🎁 Bonus for our listeners 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Can kindness really boost productivity? And what does true kindness look like day-to-day at work? Tune in — Graham Allcott, author of the award winning book "KIND: The Quiet Power of Kindness at Work", has the answers.TopicsGraham Allcott, Think Productive, and his lates book: Kind.The Quiet Power of Kindness at Work.What is kindness and in what way it's different from being niceKindness is about truth and graceKindness is also limiting the damage Business bastards8 principles to guide a “kindful” approach at work Listen deeply Kindness is a practicePeople first, work secondBe humbleTreat people the way THEY want to be treatedSlow downKindness starts with you but it doesn't ends with youShow notes- Graham Allcott- Think Productive - The Productivity Ninja Book - KIND: The Quiet Power of Kindness at Work - Insanely Simple: The Obsession That Drives Apple's Success The Eight Principles of Kindfulness:1. Kindness starts with you — personal awareness and treating yourself with kindness.2. Set clear expectations — clarity about vision, values, roles and responsibilities.3. Listen deeply — full presence, empathy, understanding others commit- ment beyond productivity.4. People first, work second. Always. — treat colleagues as humans first, not just resources.5. Be humble — lead with humility, give credit, take responsibility, avoid ego.6. Treat people the way THEY want to be treated — empathize, respect individuality, adapt to people’s needs.7. Slow down — avoid the “busy = productive” assumption; take time for real human connection and reflection.8. It doesn’t end with you — kindness should ripple outward: build a kind culture, influence others, sustain kindness over time.🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - 🎬 Intro (01:08) - Graham Allcott, Think Productive, and his latest book: Kind. The Quiet Power of Kindness at Work (03:08) - 🤝 What is kindness and how it’s different from being nice (06:23) - 🧭 Kindness is about truth and grace (09:24) - 🛑 Kindness is also about limiting the damage (11:13) - 😈 Business bastards (20:08) - 🧠 8 principles to guide a “kindful” approach at work (24:28) - 🎧 Sponsor’s break (25:23) - 🔁 8 principles to guide a “kindful” approach at work – part 2 (25:48) - 👂 Listen deeply (31:08) - 🔄 Kindness is a practice (33:53) - ❤️ People first, work second (45:23) - 🙏 Be humble (48:38) - 🔄 Treat people the way THEY want to be treated (52:28) - 🐢 Slow down (01:00:43) - 🌱 Kindness starts with you but it doesn’t end with you (01:07:52) - 🎁 Bonus for our listeners

Can you work intentionally while keeping your productivity healthy and pressure-free? How do you find the vision you want to pursue? And what are the simplest productivity rules worth following?  You’ll find the answers in this podcast episode.🎙️ Topics:Productivity as a toolHow to achieve intentionality You pay with your life for everything that you do! (4000 weeks)How do you know what your goal is ➡️ Life vision — how to find itWhy and how to adjust your productivity system to your personality, traits, strengths and weaknessesTOP 4 universal productivity rules that work for everyone! (see below) What is weekly review all about(00:00) - 🎬 Intro (03:58) - 💡 Benefits of Integrating CRM and a Project Management App (13:47) - 🎙️ Sponsor's break – Nozbe as a CRM (14:53) - 📁 Creating and managing a client database; storing interaction history, transactions, and client communications (18:08) - 🔄 Managing sales funnels and stages (26:53) - 🗂️ Planning and Organizing Sales and Support Work (33:18) - ⚙️ Automation of business processes (40:03) - 📊 Analytics and Reporting (42:32) - 🔌 Integrations with other services and tools (46:03) - 🎯 Wrap up (47:35) - 🎁 Bonus for our listeners 📝 Show notesHow to Improve the Quality of Your Customer Service - A TrickNozbe as CRM - a post on Nozbe BlogAutomatically Create Tasks with Due Dates from Calendly Notifications – TrickEmailing tasks to Nozbe💥 Key Takeaways from the EpisodeIn this episode, we show that Nozbe — although primarily a task, project, and team-collaboration app — can fully replace a lightweight CRM for small businesses. Using projects, tasks, comments, tags, and templates, you can recreate all essential CRM functions: client database, contact history, sales pipeline, customer support, reporting, automation, and team collaboration. This means your team doesn’t need multiple tools — everything happens in one place, saving time and eliminating communication chaos. Nozbe becomes the central hub for client work: from the first contact, through sending offers and managing projects, all the way to post-sale support.🎯 Benefits of Integrating CRM and a Project Management AppIntegrating a CRM with project management software saves time, automates tedious tasks, and allows you to focus on real business growth. But how does this work in practice?1. Everything in One Place2. Faster Project Execution3. Increased Customer Satisfaction4. Better Team Collaboration🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Can you work intentionally while keeping your productivity healthy and pressure-free? How do you find the vision you want to pursue? And what are the simplest productivity rules worth following?  You’ll find the answers in this podcast episode.🎙️ Topics:Productivity as a toolHow to achieve intentionality You pay with your life for everything that you do! (4000 weeks)How do you know what your goal is ➡️ Life vision — how to find itWhy and how to adjust your productivity system to your personality, traits, strengths and weaknessesTOP 4 universal productivity rules that work for everyone! (see below) What is weekly review all about💥 TOP 4 universal productivity rules that work for everyone!1️⃣  Keeping a task list in one consistent (!) place2️⃣ Planning your day — with tasks matched to high-energy and low-energy levels3️⃣ Managing new commitments and “incoming requests”: looking at opportunity costs — what I won’t do if I choose this activity; letting new tasks and obligations into your life with awareness4️⃣ Weekly review — updating your system, choosing priorities, and checking whether your actions are actually moving you closer to your vision📝 Show notesDominik JuszczykThe 4000 Weeks book by Oliver BurkemanSmall habits , Big Wins, No Office ep. 61Ebook 10 Steps To Ultimate Productivity🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Feeling overwhelmed by endless tasks? Discover the secret to staying calm while getting more done! In this episode Mike St Pierre shares the qualities of calm productivity—from being flexible and organized to mastering massive projects without the stress. Ready to transform your work life with simple, powerful habits?🎙️ Topics:(00:00) - 🎬 Intro (01:28) - 👤 Who is Mike St Pierre (02:38) - 💡 Most people haven't been trained in productivity and working efficiently (05:08) - 🤝 Servant leadership and being humble (13:58) - 🧘‍♂️ Why you want to practice calm productivity (18:08) - 🌿 What are the qualities of calm productivity practitioners (21:28) - 🔥 Can-do and enthusiastic attitude + curiosity – key qualities you can't teach anyone (25:28) - 🧭 How to foster calmness? By going back "to the center" through habits, systems, journaling, getting out to nature, unplugging, gratitude, taking care of your physical environment (32:28) - 📆 The importance of a weekly review (36:52) - ⏰ Time blocking (42:12) - 🚀 Progressing and tweaking as part of boosting your productivity in a calm way (47:35) - 📞 How to get in touch with Mike St Pierre (48:56) - 🎁 Summary and BONUS for listeners Who is Mike St Pierre Most people haven't been trained in productivity and working efficientlyServant leadership and being humbleWhy you want to practice calm productivityWhat are the qualities of calm productivity practitionersCan-do and enthusiastic attitude + curiosity - key qualities you can't teach anyoneHow to foster calmness? By going back "to the center"  through  habits, systems, journaling, getting out to the nature, unplugging, gratitude, taking care of your physical environmentThe importance of a weekly reviewTime blockingProgressing and tweaking as part of boosting your productivity in a calm wayHow to get in touch with Mike St Pierre📝 Show notes- Mike St. Pierre - Episode 75 on journaling  - Weekly review at Nozbe- Mighty Fridays at Nozbe🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

In a world that rewards busyness over progress, these 10 books taught me how to slow down, focus better, and create more with less.From the micro-improvements of Atomic Habits to the deep focus of Deep Work, from the clarity of Essentialism and The One Thing to the structure of Getting Things Done and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, these ideas reshaped how I think, work, and live.This episode is about rediscovering what really drives productivity, purpose, and peace and serenity.🎙️ Topics:The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Stephen CoveyGetting Things Done – David Allen Deep Work - Cal NewportThe One Thing - Gary Keller & Jay Papasa Hell Yeah Or No - Derek SiversEssentialism - Greg McKeownAtomic Habits - James ClearThe Subtle Art Of Not Giving a F*ck - Mark MansonThe E-Myth - Michael E. Gerber10 Steps to Ultimate Productivity - Michael Sliwinski📝 Show notes- Michael's interview with  Derek Sivers- Michael's interview with Greg McKeown- Small habits , Big Wins, No Office ep. 61- Ebook 10 Steps To Ultimate Productivity🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - 🎧 Intro (03:04) - 📚 The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – Stephen Covey (09:24) - 📚 Getting Things Done – David Allen (14:28) - 📚 Deep Work – Cal Newport (16:37) - 📚 The One Thing – Gary Keller & Jay Papasan (18:42) - 📚 Hell Yeah Or No – Derek Sivers (21:11) - 💜 Sponsor Break (21:57) - 📚 Essentialism – Greg McKeown (25:57) - 📚 Atomic Habits – James Clear (30:47) - 📚 The Subtle Art Of Not Giving a F*ck – Mark Manson (34:46) - 📚 The E-Myth – Michael E. Gerber (39:22) - 📚 10 Steps to Ultimate Productivity – Michael Sliwinski (45:37) - 👋 Outro and BONUS for listeners 🎁

Many leaders think that the newest tools and fancy tech will magically fix productivity and make teamwork effortless. The hard truth is that: it won’t.Without a clear communication agreement and shared rules everyone actually follows, even the most expensive apps are just digital chaos in disguise.Here’s what really makes a team click.🎙️ Topics:Technology is only half the success – why tools alone aren’t enoughThe communication agreement as the foundation of teamworkTechnology vs. organizational culture – what really drives effectivenessClear communication rules as a path to higher productivityHow to create a good communication agreement – the Nozbe exampleSynchronous vs. asynchronous communication – finding the right balanceCommunicating through tasks – why “Task me” works better than messagingOrder in projects and tasks as part of team cultureHow to sustain a healthy communication culture in your team📝 Show notes- Asynchronous communication- Task Comments in Nozbe - Your Communication Superpower- Task-Based Communication: What It Is and How to Do It Right🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - 🎬 Intro (03:28) - 💡 Why Technology Alone Isn’t Enough: A Communication Agreement Is the Foundation of Teamwork; Clear Rules Increase Productivity; Technology Cannot Replace Culture; Communication Agreements Support Growth and Onboarding (11:56) - 💰 Sponsor's break (12:28) - 🤝 How to Create a Good Communication Agreement (based on the Nozbe company) (35:48) - 📚 Summary: How to Stick to Your Communication Culture (38:24) - 🎁 BONUS for listeners

Running a small business and always short on time? Do you feel like you’re drowning in details and don’t know where to start? If you’re looking for a way to finally organize your projects and stop worrying about forgetting something, see how a project management app might be exactly what saves your business.🎙️ Topics:Why do even 1- or 2-person businesses need a simple project and task management system?What do you need to watch out for when you implement a project and task management tool?How to implement an app like NozbeHow can Nozbe grow together with your businessHow to collaborate with others using NozbeNozbe Expert program - join!📝 Show notes- Stay in touch with Asia- Another episode on solopreneurship with Jeff Sanders- How to eliminate chaos in a company – a proven system of communication and project management for teams🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - 🎬 Intro: Asia Piechocka & Nozbe Story (05:10) - 🛠️ Why Solopreneurs Need a Simple System (13:34) - ✨ Keep It Simple: Focus on Quick Wins (18:50) - 🚀 Getting Started: 4-Step Nozbe Setup (24:46) - 🙋‍♀️ Sponsor's break (29:54) - 📈 Scaling with Nozbe: Workflows & Mini‑CRM (33:04) - 💡 Mini‑CRM First: Centralize Before Expanding (39:26) - 🤝 Collaboration Options: Tasks vs Full Team Access (46:20) - 📝 Wrap-Up: Document, Delegate & Grow Smarter (48:49) - 🎁 BONUS for listeners

Your vacation is over, but instead of feeling refreshed and motivated, you feel down and drained? You might be experiencing post-vacation blues. See why this happens and how to deal with it.🎙️ Topics:– What Causes Post-Vacation Sadness?– 6 Tips for Coping with Post-Vacation Blues– Discomfort as a Trigger for Change– Nozbe's Corner - Personalizing the sidebar📝 Show notes- Cal Newport How to Reinvent Your Life in 4 Months (Classic Episode from August, 2023)- How to prepare everything at work for vacation - ep. 74- Small Habits - Big Wins: No Office Podcast - ep. 50- Journaling: 5 Minutes a Day That Could Change Your Life - No Office Podcast - ep. 75:🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - 🎬 Intro (02:38) - 🤔 What Causes Post-Vacation Sadness? (13:08) - 🛠️ 6 Tips for Coping with Post-Vacation Blues (29:17) - ❤️ Why users love Nozbe (30:58) - 🔥 Discomfort as a Trigger for Change (38:38) - 📌 Summary (40:08) - 🗂️ Nozbe's Corner - Personalizing the sidebar (47:48) - 🎁 BONUS for listeners

See how to organize your work, to direct your endeavours and boost your productivity thanks to regular weekly reviews.The purpose of the review isn’t to try and fit more into your schedule. It’s about figuring out what is and isn’t working for you and how you can work better!⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:What are the benefits of doing regular weekly reviewsWhat issues people usually have with weekly reviews and how to cope with themHow to run the easiest and the best weekly review(00:00) - 👉 Intro (01:46) - 😅 All these problems with weekly review (06:00) - ✨ Rafal's advice on weekly review (11:15) - ✨ Michael's way to run his weekly review (13:03) - 💡 More tips and tricks on doing a proper weekly review (25:10) - 💜 Sponsor's break - Nozbe - the best tool for getting projects done (29:00) - ✔ Weekly review checklist (42:10) - 🧑🏽‍💻Geek's corner - Michael's spare gear (49:20) - 💪 Mighty Friday (51:13) - 🎁 BONUS for listeners 🔗 Show notesA chapter from Michael's No Office bookEpisode 22 about Core hours🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Have you thought of working only on your iPad? Using iPad as your only or main computer? Watch this episode to see if such an approach is effective for everyone and how to tackle it.⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:How Rafal used iPad Pro for work and why he decided to sell it…How’s Michael’s #iPadOnly lifestyleHow’s Rafal using shortcuts across his Apple machines…and which Apple device he decided to buy after all ;)🎙 Subscribe to our show and learn more about running a remote software company🟣 Apple Podcasts🔵 Google Podcasts🟢 Spotify🟡 RSS🟠 Overcast🔴 Pocket Cast🙋‍ Meet the HostsMichael Sliwiński (@msliwinski)Rafał Sobolewski (@sobolowy)🔗 Show notesNozbe Product VlogMultiple teams in NozbeMichael’s blogging and coding on iPadMichael’s Home Office setup from 2021No Office ep. 29 - Working across time zonesThe iPadOnly Home Office of Augusto Pinaud - No Office Podcast, ep. 24The Podcast🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - 🎬 Intro (01:29) - 👥 1 account, multiple teams in Nozbe (04:23) - 🎥 Nozbe vlog with features showcase sneak peek - Nov. 29 (05:53) - ⌨️ Using shortcuts across Apple machines (11:15) - 🛋 Michael's new home office setup (16:37) - 🤝 Sponsor's break - Nozbe (18:08) - 💻 How Rafal used iPad - trying out #iPadOnly style (22:33) - 🧳 …and how Rafal decided to sell his iPad Pro & Magic Keyboard (29:03) - 🛡 iPad defence speech by Michael (36:38) - 📱 Why Rafal got his iPad Mini (51:26) - 🧠 More discussion on iPad setups and use (01:00:10) - 🎁 BONUS for listeners

During this summer, we’d like to remind you of a few past episodes that we think you might find both interesting and useful. Let’s start with Episode 20, where Michael interviewed his friend and mentor, Michael Hyatt. The two Michaels spoke about writing, working smart, and growing in maturity.🎙️ Key takeaways from this episode include:What breaking free from the cult of overwork requiresHow the emotional payoffs of overwork — fun, flow, and a sense of significance — can distract you from the rest of your lifeWhat the biggest obstacles are to achieving the Double Win📝 Show notesWin at Work and Succeed at Life. 5 Principles to Free Yourself from the Cult of Overwork by Michael Hyatt and Megan Hyatt MillerCoaching by Michael HyattNo Office bookCreators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Michael Hyatt - Guest 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - 👋 Intro (02:45) - 🏃‍♂️ Personal catch-up - Health, fitness & new book launch (08:08) - 🧠 Business coaching philosophy & approach (27:05) - ⏸️ Sponsor break: Nozbe (28:31) - ⚖️ Work-life balance & book insights (40:23) - 🛠️ Practical strategies: constraints, scheduling & boundaries (55:58) - 🌍 Remote work culture & closing thought (01:00:11) - 🎁 BONUS for listeners

How do you hire for a fully remote team without making costly mistakes? What surprises people who switch from office life to remote work? And how can you trust someone you've never met in person? Find out all about recruitment and onboarding in a remote-first company!🎙️ Topics:Why does productivity in the family make sense?Family calendars - all synchronized and displayed easily at homeWeekly family review: planning and summarizingDevices, limits and offline timeSponsor's breakNozbe in the familyNotes and documentsWork rhythm vs family rhythm📝 Show notes - Episode 75 on journaling- Weekly review at Nozbe - Mighty Fridays at Nozbe Creators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Magda - Host 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - Intro (01:38) - Why does productivity in the family make sense? (08:38) - Family calendars - all synchronized and displayed easily at home (13:08) - Weekly family review: planning and summarizing (19:53) - Devices, limits and offline time (30:08) - Sponsor's break (31:16) - Nozbe in the family (35:53) - Notes and documents (38:23) - Work rhythm vs family rhythm (48:58) - Nozbe Corner - Automated prioritization (50:18) - Summary and BONUS for listeners

How do you hire for a fully remote team without making costly mistakes? What surprises people who switch from office life to remote work? And how can you trust someone you've never met in person? Find out all about recruitment and onboarding in a remote-first company!🎙️ Topics:Advantages and disadvantages of recruiting for a distributed teamWhat we pay attention to when selecting candidates – key qualities and skills for working in a remote companyOur recruitment process step by step Evaluating work and building trust with new remote team members"Culture shock" – how people with traditional office experience adapt to our remote teamTrial period and onboarding of new employeesIntegration and building relationships in a remote team📝 Show notes - Chapter 23 of the book "No Office" by Michael about recruitment in a no-office company- Why Nozbe has no office and how we work- Nozbe team retreats- A Glance at the Nozbe Work Culture: Yes, We Are UnicornsCreators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Magda - Host 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - Intro (03:58) - Advantages and disadvantages of recruiting for a distributed team (12:38) - What we pay attention to when selecting candidates – key qualities and skills for working in a remote company (18:08) - Our recruitment process step by step (47:04) - Evaluating work and building trust with new remote team members (50:24) - "Culture shock" – how people with traditional office experience adapt to our remote team (52:08) - Trial period and onboarding of new employees (54:28) - Integration and building relationships in a remote team (55:44) - Summary and BONUS for listeners

Is WhatsApp really a work tool — or just a fast track to chaos? Are you comfortable giving Meta access to your company’s sensitive data? How often do key details disappear into endless chat threads? In this episode, we dive into the hidden risks of using WhatsApp for managing projects & teamwork.🎙️ Topics:Data Security? Questionable in WhatsApp owned by MetaNo Structure, No Scalability - WhatsApp works for quick messages in small teams — but it doesn’t scaleNo Planning, No Priorities - WhatsApp doesn’t let you assign tasks, set deadlines, or even see what’s due this week.WhatsApp Doesn’t Lead to Action - it's a chatYou Lose Context Instantly in WhatsAppPersonal and Work Messages All Mixed Together in WhatsAppNotification Nightmare - WhatsApp gives you zero control — it’s all or nothingWhatsApp Is Not for Asynchronous WorkFile Management? A Mess.No Reporting or Review Options in WhatsApp that gives you no visibility or progress tracking.📝 Show notes- Time is money - why paying for Nozbe is actually earning? - How to start with Task-based communication Creators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Magda - Host 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - 🎶 INTRO (07:23) - Data Security? Questionable in WhatsApp owned by Meta (14:18) - No Structure, No Scalability - WhatsApp works for quick messages in small teams — but it doesn’t scale (17:58) - No Planning, No Priorities - WhatsApp doesn’t let you assign tasks, set deadlines, or even see what’s due this week. (18:53) - WhatsApp Doesn’t Lead to Action - it's a chat (23:28) - You Lose Context Instantly in WhatsApp (27:38) - Sponsor's presentation (28:36) - Personal and Work Messages All Mixed Together in WhatsApp (34:03) - Notification Nightmare - WhatsApp gives you zero control — it’s all or nothing (39:58) - WhatsApp Is Not for Asynchronous Work (45:36) - File Management? A Mess. (49:41) - No Reporting or Review Options in WhatsApp that gives you no visibility or progress tracking. (51:33) - 👋 Summary and Bonus for No Office fans

Can just a few minutes of writing really be good for your health—and a secret to success? Can a handful of sentences help you sleep better & stress less? In this episode, we explore why journaling isn’t just a trendy ritual, but a science-backed way to take charge of your life.🎙️ Topics:- Why noting, writing and journaling is good for you- What research shows - science behind journaling- How to write a journal according to Michael - a step by step guide- VOMIT - practical journaling method by Struthless- Noting and journaling in a team- Simple tips on how to start and keep going with regular journaling / expressive writing📝 Show notes- Link to Michael's shortcut - Michael's blog post about journaling and using his Shortcut  - Struthless' VOMIT method   - Research on journaling and expressive writing- More resources and research  Creators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Magda - Host 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - Intro (01:28) - Why noting, writing and journaling is good for you (15:18) - What research shows – science behind journaling (20:58) - Sponsor's presentation (21:45) - How to write a journal according to Michael – a step by step guide (42:36) - VOMIT – practical journaling method by Struthless (52:23) - Noting and journaling in a team (54:08) - Simple tips on how to start and keep going with regular journaling / expressive writing

Panicking before your vacation? This episode is your go-to checklist to disconnect with peace of mind. From planning ahead to setting your out-of-office, we’ll guide you through the steps to truly relax and return stress-free.🎙️ Topics:00:00 - 🎶 INTRO02:35 - What to handle 4 weeks before taking days off18:18 - Sponsor's break19:20 - Things to do 2 weeks before vacation25:08 - Tips for last week before leaving for vacation28:18 - You last day at work before holiday - what to take care of39:21 - Steps to follow after you get back from vacation41:07 - 👋🏼 Outro + a BONUS📝 Show notes- 13 Tips For Planning The Perfect Vacation- Sabbatical: Why I took a six-week break from work - Tech gear we use on holidays - The No Office Podcast, ep. 26- 8 ways to make the most out of your vacationCreators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Magda - Host 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - Intro (02:43) - What to handle 4 weeks before taking days off (18:26) - Sponsor's break (19:28) - Things to do 2 weeks before vacation (25:16) - Tips for last week before leaving for vacation (28:26) - Your last day at work before holiday – what to take care of (39:29) - Steps to follow after you get back from vacation (41:15) - 👋🏼 Outro + a BONUS

Can solopreneurs do it all? What do they waste time on? How can they scale their business? Can they delegate or outsource tasks or should they do everything themselves? In this episode, Jeff Sanders — author and host of the iconic 5 AM Miracle podcast — shares hard-earned insights into the challenges that business owners face every single day.🎙️ Topics:- Meet Jeff Sanders: Podcaster, Speaker, Dad- The Biggest Time Wasters for Solopreneurs- How to Scale a One-Person Business- Delegation & Decision-Making Without a Team- The power of checklist and automations- Hard Lessons from Overpromising in Business- Inside Jeff’s Productivity System (Nozbe!)📝 Episode notes- Jeff's Podacast- Jeff's books- GTD methodology by David Allen- Podcast episode about immature business decision by MichaelCreators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Jeff Sanders - Guest 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - Intro (00:43) - Meet Jeff Sanders: Podcaster, Speaker, Dad (02:43) - From Side Hustle to Full-Time Productivity Pro (04:53) - The Biggest Time Wasters for Solopreneurs (07:53) - How to Scale a One-Person Business (11:28) - Delegation & Decision-Making Without a Team (16:38) - The power of checklist and automations (23:08) - Hard Lessons from Overpromising in Business (26:34) - Inside Jeff’s Productivity System (Nozbe!) (35:33) - Parenting, Focus & Daily Routines (41:15) - 👋🏼 Outro + a BONUS

Why less is more when it comes to productivity? What’s the biggest obstacle in any product, system, or task? Which direction should you take to avoid overthinking, overplanning, and sabotaging your work? Get the best tips for cutting through the clutter—and simply getting things done.🎙️ Topics:00:00 - 🎶 INTRO01:10 - Simplicity isn’t a nice-to-have. It’s a strategic choice!02:00 - Essentialism03:55 - Minimalistic approach in life06:15 - The one thing & simplicity13:00 - What David Allen (the GTD® methodology author ) says about simplicity15:25 - Weekly review for focus and simplicity17:00 - People think they need complexity - are they wrong?18:10 - Lower the barier of entry24:00 - People want simplicity25:25 - Sponsor's break - Nozbe26:50 - Will there ever be subprojects in Nozbe 30:50 - Will there ever be subtasks in Nozbe32:00 - Magda's impressions from consultations with demanding customers34:20 - Why people come back to Nozbe after trying other tools36:00 - Is simplicity still a feature38:00 - We wrap it up with some sport references41:51 - 👋🏼 Outro + a BONUS📝 Episode notes- Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less- The One Thing- Deep Work - Cal Newport - Greg McKeown & David Allen conversationCreators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Magda - Host 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:08) - 🎶 INTRO (01:10) - Simplicity isn’t a nice-to-have. It’s a strategic choice! (02:00) - Essentialism (03:55) - Minimalistic approach in life (06:15) - The one thing & simplicity (13:00) - What David Allen (the GTD® methodology author ) says about simplicity (15:25) - Weekly review for focus and simplicity (17:00) - People think they need complexity - are they wrong? (18:10) - Lower the barier of entry (24:00) - People want simplicity (25:25) - Sponsor's break - Nozbe (26:50) - Will there ever be subprojects in Nozbe (30:50) - Will there ever be subtasks in Nozbe (32:00) - Magda's impressions from consultations with demanding customers (34:20) - Why people come back to Nozbe after trying other tools (36:00) - Is simplicity still a feature (38:00) - We wrap it up with some sport references (41:51) - 👋🏼 Outro + a BONUS

Remote work can be a game-changer—but only if you do it right. Learn how to structure work, manage your time, and create a productive workspace. Plus, get insider tips from the Nozbe team on staying focused, setting boundaries, and maximizing efficiency.🔗 Show notes- Book "Indistractable. How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life" by Eyal Nir- Cal Newport's podcast episode on remote work - Michael's home office - How to reduce the number of meetings and how to them rightCreators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Magda - Host 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - Chapter 1 (00:00) - Intro (02:37) - Aren't you unemployed? Is remote work actual work? (08:33) - Lack of external motivation and energy to work (12:10) - Fighting distractions and time management - based on "Indistractables" by Nir Eyal (20:40) - Seasonality in work intensity (21:50) - Accessibility vs. Availability (26:50) - Sponsor presentation (28:28) - Lack of adequate work space - how to deal with it? (36:28) - Presenteeism (39:00) - Working from different time zones (41:20) - Temptations lurking at home (48:30) - 👋🏼 Farewell + bonus for listeners

In today’s episode, we tackle one of the most controversial workplace topics: the return-to-office (RTO) mandate. ✅ Which CEOs are championing the push? ✅ Is there any data or research to back it up? ✅ And what’s really happening on home office days: are people more productive, or are they just sleeping?Creators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Magda - Host 🔗 Show notes - Gallup. (2017). State of the American Workplace: Employee Engagement Insights for U.S. Business Leaders: - Harvard Business Review. (2021). The Benefits of In-Person Collaboration- Frances Frei on RTO Decisions- An Update On Return To Office Policies As We Enter 2025 - How to reduce the number of meetings and how to them right🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe(00:00) - 🎶 INTRO (03:08) - Which companies are banning hybrid work and why (05:38) - What arguments can support ditching hybrid work (07:43) - Difficulty with separating work from private life (11:12) - Loneliness linked to working from home (16:13) - Fostering greater sense of belonging and purpose (19:28) - People in the home office actually cheat (24:48) - Sponsor presentation (26:58) - Absolutely no research illustrating the drop in turnover due to hybrid work policy (29:58) - More creative and effective when in the same room? Incredible advice on meetings! (35:38) - People want flexibility - the best employees are leaving (39:03) - Distractions at home and chaos in the office (43:33) - Changing trends - are companies backing down from their decision to abandon hybrid work? (46:48) - 👋 Farewell and Bonus for No Office fans. 💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

18 years on the market and always against the tide and conventional business knowledge. Why we're working remotely? How do we only work 4 days per week? Why did we resist buyout offers or VC investments?Creators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe(00:00) - 🎶 INTRO (02:20) - The Beginnings of Nozbe (05:58) - Remote Work on Your Own Terms (08:07) - The first mobile app wasn’t mine! (11:35) - Nozbe in Japan (13:39) - Why Nozbe Refused External Funding? (16:11) - Sponsor's presentation (17:19) - Evernote: An Offer to Buy Nozbe (19:45) - The Decision to Re-write Nozbe (21:56) - 4-day work week at Nozbe (25:11) - Our 4 Core Values (31:16) - 👋 Farewell and Bonus for No Office fans 💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

You shouldn't work on Fridays! Check out this episode to see why, what to do instead, and how will it affect your business.✔️ Why you need to stop working on Fridays✔️ How the 4-day workweek will boost your productivity✔️ Why the CEO of Nozbe decided to force his team not to do regular job on Fridays✔️ What are the results of Mighty Fridays at Nozbe  Creators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host 🔗 Show notes- Workshow 2025- No Office ep. 37 - Mighty Fridays in Nozbe- How To Be Productive On Fridays- The Podcast - ep. 70 - People Want To Work 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe(00:00) - 🎶 Intro (01:45) - Michael performance at the Work Show (02:45) - 4-day work week at Nozbe since 2016 (05:31) - What are Mighty Fridays at Nozbe (07:09) - How and when we stopped working on Fridays (12:28) - How to implement a 4-day work week Nozbe-style (15:32) - What challenges can arise? (16:34) - How to prepare for implementing Mighty Fridays (22:03) - Sponsor's presentation (22:51) - Remind me on Friday – a special feature in the app (23:51) - The effects of implementing Mighty Fridays in the company (26:36) - What Nozbe employees gained thanks to Mighty Fridays (29:45) - 4-day or 5-day work week, or maybe Mighty Fridays? (35:53) - 👋 Farewell and Bonus for No Office fans 💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Forget New Year's resolutions—lower the bar, let go, and adjust your plan when needed. Sounds appealing? Good! Because these are some of the most important steps toward achieving your goals and making meaningful changes.✔️ What you need to start planning?✔️ Why you should review the past year?✔️ What are they best tips to running easy year review and planning the new yearCreators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Magda - Host 🔗 Show notes- A short article by a psychotherapist - The Podcast episode by Michael and Radek Pietruszewski- 2023 yearly review by Michael🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe(00:00) - 🎶 INTRO (00:53) - Is the New Year a good time for change? (07:04) - Resolutions, goals or changes? (13:47) - Which resolutions / changes / goals do we NOT implement? (14:48) - First review, then plan (29:33) - A great exercise for planning changes and goals (34:03) - Get to know yourself (36:48) - Sponsor's presentation (37:43) - 7. 5 basic rules when introducing changes in life (52:58) - 👋 Farewell and Bonus for No Office fans 💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Are you a solo entrepreneur or freelance professional looking for tips to organize your work and commitments? We’ve got you covered with practical advice and tools to boost your personal productivity!As a solo professional, it’s crucial to stay organized without feeling overwhelmed. This podcast episode is packed with actionable advice, including tips on using Nozbe to streamline your workflow. Whether you’re dealing with client projects, managing email, or planning your week, these steps will help you regain control and focus on your priorities.🎙 Topics✔️ How to declutter your mind and focus on what truly matters.✔️ Practical strategies for managing tasks, projects, and commitments.✔️ The importance of building a trusted productivity system tailored to your needs.Creators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Magda - Host 🔗 Show notes- 1st edition of the 10 Steps to Ultimate Productivity Course (2008)- Latest webinar based on the 10 Steps course- How To Start With Nozbe in Less than 5 Minutes - How to use tags - batch tasks in Nozbe- Nozbe Mighty Fridays🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe(00:00) - 🎶 INTRO (03:48) - 1. How to reduce the number of channels through which information, queries and tasks arrive (12:58) - 2. How to break down your work into projects & tasks (17:03) - 3. How to focus on what's most important (20:58) - Sponsor's presentation (21:38) - 4. How to be productive anytime, anywhere - stop using paper and old-fashioned tools, use cloud-based apps that sync across your devices (24:48) - 5. How to use Nozbe to collaborate with clients or people who can help you (32:01) - 6. How to batch your tasks to work faster (36:50) - 7. How to take control of your documents? (38:08) - 8. How to review and check your system regularly to stay in control (42:10) - 9. How to use email to your advantage (49:41) - 10. Extra tips to boost your efficiency (55:51) - 👋 Farewell and Bonus for No Office fans 💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Feel like you know all the options in Nozbe? In Episode 54, Michael and Magda dive into powerful tips and tricks that can completely transform how you work. 🔥👉 Learn how to filter tasks, make the most of Favorites, and even share single tasks with people outside your projects!Don’t miss this episode—it’s a must-listen for every Nozbe user! 🚀🎙 Topics-  All my tasks in one view in Nozbe- Advanced filtering tasks in Nozbe - Using Favorites not just for projects in Nozbe- Too many tasks in Activity view?- Status tasks / mini reports in Nozbe- Reminders in Nozbe- Recurring tasks in Nozbe-  Sharing a Single Task with Someone Outside the Project or Space in Nozbe- Emailing Tasks and Comments to NozbeCreators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Magda - Host 🔗 Show notes- Nozbe Help Page- Status tasks in Nozbe- Previous episode on task-based communication- Nozbe Mighty Fridays🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - 🎶 INTRO (03:32) - All my tasks in 1 view in Nozbe (08:08) - Separate space for personal tasks and projects (09:58) - Advanced filtering tasks in Nozbe (13:58) - Using Favorites not just for projects in Nozbe (16:53) - Too many tasks in Activity view? (22:08) - Status tasks / mini reports in Nozbe (24:32) - Reminders in Nozbe (33:08) - Sponsors brake (35:38) - Recurring tasks in Nozbe (39:34) - Sharing a Single Task with Someone Outside the Project or Space in Nozbe (46:57) - Emailing Tasks and Comments to Nozbe (52:48) - Rich comments in Nozbe (55:18) - 👋 Farewell and Bonus for No Office fans

Struggling with email overload, chaotic meetings, and constant interruptions? In this episode, we tackle the pain points of team communication and show how Nozbe can revolutionize your workflow.✔️ Why Nozbe is the ultimate solution for eliminating chaos & boosting efficiency✔️ Addressing the boss' concerns like cost, security, and the fear of change.✔️ Real strategies to implement Nozbe and get your team on board.If you’ve ever wondered how to make your team more focused, efficient, and organized and convince them AND your boss to use an app like Nozbe, this episode is for you.🎙 Topics- How chaos and multiple communication channels negatively affect your business- What is Nozbe and how will it revolutionize work- Why Nozbe is better than email and chats - good organization and structure!- What collaboration in an app like Nozbe looks like- How to asses progress in Nozbe?- How does Nozbe work outside the office?- Thanks to Nozbe - the office in your pocket- Are projects and data are safe in Nozbe?- Won't writing in Nozbe take us too much time?- How does Nozbe help reduce the number of meetings?- How will I find my way among the large number of projects and tasks?- How to convince a team to abandon old habits and adapt a new tool?- How much will Nozbe cost us?🔗 Show notes- Getting Started with Nozbe in less than 5 minutes- 7 Tips To Introducing a Task Management Tool In Your Team- How to work effectively without email and messengers- Status tasks in Nozbe - Previous episode on task-based communication- Previous episode - Time is money- Nozbe Mighty Fridays🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - INTRO (02:23) - Is the problem known? (03:06) - How chaos and multiple communication channels negatively affect your business (04:38) - What is Nozbe and how will it revolutionize work (06:42) - Why Nozbe is better than email and chats - good organization and structure! (11:23) - What collaboration in an app like Nozbe looks like (14:13) - How to assess progress in Nozbe? (23:43) - How does Nozbe work outside the office? (24:53) - Thanks to Nozbe - the office in your pocket (26:38) - Are projects and data safe in Nozbe? (28:11) - Won't writing in Nozbe take us too much time? (33:58) - How does Nozbe help reduce the number of meetings? (35:08) - How will I find my way among the large number of projects and tasks? (38:18) - How to convince a team to abandon old habits and adapt a new tool - part 1 (38:53) - Sponsor presentation (39:28) - How to convince a team to abandon old habits and adapt a new tool - part 2 (43:48) - How much will Nozbe cost me? (47:18) - Farewell and Bonus for No Office fans

What is the price of productivity? How do you save money thanks to good organization and effective communication in a team? Check out how the founder and CEO of Nozbe calculates the costs associated with delays, lost information, misunderstandings in the team. 🎙 Topics00:00 - 🎶 INTRO02:14 - Is time the money?04:25 - How much time and money can you save with a project management app08:05 - Sponsor presentation08:51 - What are the benefits of Nozbe, apart from the financial ones?13:30 - A free month on Nozbe14:45 - More on savings through working smarter23:00 - 👋 Farewell and invitation to the next episodeMichael's blog post: https://michael.team/money/GET STARTED WITH NOZBE IN LESS THAN 5 min  How to work effectively without email and messengersNozbe Mighty Fridays - https://nozbe.com/friday🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. (00:00) - 🎶 INTRO (02:14) - Is time the money? (04:25) - How much time and money can you save with a project management app (08:05) - Sponsor presentation (08:51) - What are the benefits of Nozbe, apart from the financial ones? (13:30) - A free month on Nozbe (14:45) - More on savings through working smarter (23:00) - 👋 Farewell and invitation to the next episode

See how all communication in a company can be organized into tasks and what you gain from it. How preparing and delegating tasks and running discussions in the context of specific topics calms the information flow in the company, reduces chaos and boosts efficiency.⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:01:14 - Intro02:43 - What is Task-Based Communication?06:25 - 5 Steps to Effective Delegation Using Task-Based Communication15:00 - Leveraging Technology: Using Nozbe for Task Delegation part. 117:00 - Sponsor's break15:00 - Leveraging Technology: Using Nozbe for Task Delegation part. 225:05 - More Practical Tips part 135:45 - Nozbe testimonial 36:20 - Relevant Scientific Research to Support Discussion41:15 - Delegating Tasks to a Boss & to a Person Sitting Next to You50:00 - 👋 Outro and invitation to the next episode🔗 Show notes- Getting Started with Nozbe in less than 5 minutes- 7 Tips To Introducing a Task Management Tool In Your Team- How to work effectively without email and messengers - Nozbe Mighty Fridays🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

How to build and stick to habits, even with a busy schedule. And why habits are so important for introducing changes and achieving goals at work and in your private life. We will also give you lots of practical productivity habits you could try out.⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:00:00 - Intro01:30 - Why habits are so important09:27 - How to Build and Stick to Habits, Even with a Busy Schedule13:20 - Examples of Small Habits That Lead to Better Focus and Efficiency42:18 - Greetings and thanks🔗 Show notes- The Power of Habit- Atomic Habits- Journaling shortcut by Michael- New to-do shortcut for Nozbe- Ideas Dumping🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

The essence of productivity is simplifying and optimizing all activities. In this episode, we'll talk about how tags can help you complete similar tasks even faster and more efficiently, even if they come from different projects.⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:- What are contexts in GTD® methodology by Davd Allen- Examples of contexts- How contexts can be applied in Nozbe as tags- Examples of using tags in Nozbe🔗 Show notesGetting Things Done Book10 Steps to Ultimate Productivity book by Michael SliwinskiTags in NozbeStatus tasks - blog post about using "Status" tag in NozbeNozbe Mighty Fridays 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.Creators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Click here to view the episode transcript.

In this episode we will tell you a couple of not-obvious things about email. See how to organize your inbox and email communication and how to deal with incoming messages to be more effective, productive and safe.⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:- why using email in a team is counterproductive- how to send emails to Nozbe- which emails you should email to Nozbe- to which emails you should reply right away, and which email should just get ignored- how Nozbe could replace email in your team.🔗 Show noteGetting Things Done BookMini course by Michael Sliwinski: 10 steps to ultimate productivity at workAdding tasks by email How to work effectively without email and messengers Nozbe Mighty Fridays 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.Creators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Click here to view the episode transcript.

See how the new Nozbe feature, Messages, lets you manage all your team communication in one tool. No more switching between apps and paying multiple subscriptions.⭐️ Here are the main topics of this podcast episode:- How Messages works in Nozbe- When this feature is useful- How to use Messages effectively- How to create tasks from Messages- How Michael tested messages- Who can use Messages🔗 Show notesEverything on Messages on Nozbe Help Page🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.Creators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host

You've got to listined to this episode if you've ever been caught up in great stories about startups and entrepreneurs who raised venture capital got lavish in luxury!Michael Sliwinski the CEO of Nozbe talks to Rand Fishkin, the cofounder and CEO of SparkToro and MOZ (2001-2018) and author of Lost and Founder.⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:- Why Venture is wrong to almost everyone but it is marketed to all of us…- What to do if you really want to earn a lot of money vs. what to do if you want to stay independent and call the shots.- What you have to prove to your customer to get their support and trust- Why you want to develop your company based on core values that are important to you- …and how Apple is compromising their core values on the App Store.🔥 Highlights: - 99.9% companies ane entrepreneurs should not go raise ventrue capital. - 15-20 venture-backed companies still exist after 5 years - a huge amount go bankrupt. Listen to learn why.- If you want to make money, get a job in Amazon, Facebook, Google and get promoted a few times. If you want to stay independent, call the shots, take the meetings that you want to take - venture is not for you either.- The number of folks who make millions of dollars from an acquisition of a venture-backed startup is vanishingly small - less 1 in 1000 companies that try to raise venture will get to that scenario…🔗 Show notesRand's books: Lost and Founder: A Painfully Honest Field Guide to the Startup WorldRand's company: SparkToroMOZ - Rand's startup acquired by iContact Marketing Corp., 17 years after launchHow Michael dealt with rising prices of Nozbe🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.Creators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Rand Fishkin - Guest

(00:00) - 🎶 INTRO (00:49) - 👯‍♂️ Online friendship (07:11) - 🥽 Vision Pro (27:17) - 💜 Nozbe (29:54) - 🤯 Is Vision Pro a revolution? 🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.Creators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Augusto Pinaud - Guest

Tadam! Michael and Rafal are back. In this episode, our hosts talk about interviewing customers, which every company or product owner should do to grow their business. ⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:- Why you should talk to your customers- How to conduct the interviews with people who use your products or services- What information you want to get from these online meetings with your customers- Why is it essential to use the 5 Whys method and dig to the source of the problem customers mention.- How new Nozbe time parameters work and what other new features we've recently introduced in Nozbe.We try to avoid meetings in our company. If we allow them to happen, they should be: optional, regular, and well-prepared. And so are the meetings we have with our customers. See in what way.⏭️ Chapters:(00:00) - 🎶 INTRO (00:28) - 📈 Podcast and data (01:17) - 💛 Feedback from customers (04:07) - 🤝 Meetings with customers (16:13) - 🧘‍♀️ Work Life Balance in Nozbe (18:27) - 🆕 New Features 🎉 (26:03) - 💪 #MightyFriday 🔗 Show notesNew features in NozbeMeet your customersBook a demo of Nozbe🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.Creators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host Rafał Sobolewski - Host

Here is a reunion of David Allen, author of the GTD methodology and Michael who created the first GTD-based productivity app. They talk about the post-pandemic reality in organizations and try to figure out the best way to introduce holocracy and GTD in a team.  (00:00) - 🎶 INTRO (00:33) - Guest Introduction (02:48) - GTD after pandemic (05:45) - Weekly Review (12:47) - Holocracy and GTD (26:52) - David's work today (30:10) - Outro "GTD"! Sounds familiar? If so, then get the latest updates and tips from its "father" - David Allen himself. If no, then get to know one of the best productivity methodologies and find out what it takes to get organized.Michael wants to know about GTD for teams… David always emphasizes that:1. capture, 2. clarify, 3. organize, 4. reflect, 5. engage—are the steps that successful teams do to maintain control and focus.Find out what other tips he offers and how he thinks holocracy works in companies and how to introduce it in an organization.🔗 Show notesDavid Allen on GTD in a team What is holocracyMighty Fridays at Nozbe🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.Creators & Guests Michael Sliwinski - Host David Allen - Guest

Why bother with the time and expense of live conferences while there are so many great ways to improve your skills these days? Rafal will tell you about it based on his latest experience of the Product Camp conference. 🍏 Our host will also tell you about their WWDC 2022 delights: Stage Manager, External Monitor support for iPad, Shared Photo Library, New Home app, Custom Lock Screen and more.⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:- 🏡  Strange customs we have in Nozbe - 🙋  Why would you go to a in-person conference- 🍏  Best features announced at WWDC 2022 keynote🔗 Show notesProduct CampWWDC 2022Back pack we branded with the Nozbe logo🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Moving from your office to another place where you can do your job or associating a given place with a particular type of work can help you beat procrastination and help you find focus. Listen how!⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:📆 Changes to our podcast recording frequency🏡 Does NoOffice approach means only working from home?👋 How to beat the weekly review-related procrastination👉 Ideas and tips for changing work environmen🔗 Show notesA chapter from Michael's No Office bookNozbe vlog - how we run weekly review in NozbeAirPods Pro🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

See how to organize your work, to direct your endeavours and boost your productivity thanks to regular weekly reviews.The purpose of the review isn’t to try and fit more into your schedule. It’s about figuring out what is and isn’t working for you and how you can work better!⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:What are the benefits of doing regular weekly reviewsWhat issues people usually have with weekly reviews and how to cope with themHow to run the easiest and the best weekly review🔗 Show notesA chapter from Michael's No Office bookEpisode 22 about Core hours🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

When your brain isn't busy remembering everything, it works better, your creativity skyrockets and your stress level goes down. Writing things down is the first and most important tip you should try to implement in your team to boost your productivity. See why.⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:✍️ What are the benefits of writing stuff down💻 What tools you can use to have everything written up💰 How you can get and give away $15 just like that 😀🔗 Show notesA chapter from Michael's No Office bookNozbe Referral ProgramNordace Siena - smart backpackFridays at NozbeJournalingTouch typingInterview with SarahTypefullyCleanshot X🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Future is hybrid. Now it is for sure.  Office used to be a tool for the company management while it should be a tool for employees to get their work done in the most efficient way. Hybrid work is all about it. We share our ideas and the best tips to arrange the hybrid work in your company.💪🏼 What companies should do to make hybrid work… work:Allow employees to choose when they work from home and when they come to the officeAllow flexible working hours - so that people can skip the rush hoursMake sure meetings are virtual only - all of them - so that no-one is disadvantagedGo for asynchronous communication and ensure the materials are accessible safely from anywhereProvide people with the well set-up laptops and additional screens for home offices Think of extra chargers - one for home and one for the office🔗 Show notesRafal's monitor - Philips Momentum 329M1RVRectangle app for managing windows on macOS🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

After a serious introduction involving the war, Ukraine being invaded by Russia and the disinformation we must fight, Michael and Rafal tell you everything about the 4-day workweek in the Nozbe company and our Mighty Fridays.⭐️  Key things you will learn from this episode:🇺🇦 Why many Russians believe Russia is right now saving Ukraine🫂 How the Nozbe company is trying to support Ukraine💪 How remote work lets push projects forward despite the tragic situation and emotional exhaustion🌈 What are MIGHTY FRIDAYS/ 4-day workweek in Nozbe💪 How was the Mighty Friday policy born🔗 Show notesNozbe helping UkraineFridays at Nozbe🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Rafał invited Radek (CTO) to talk about his work and how our team implements Kaizen improvements to maintain ability to ship updates to users every week.⭐️  Key things you will learn from this episode:Why Radek's work is focused on performance?How lean manufacturing can be implemented in software development?How spending less time on building features allows us to ship more features?What is Horizon Expanding Month?What is Radek's favorite feature in Nozbe?🔗 Show notesThe Podcast ep. 205 - Chat about: kaizen & performance#MightyFriday🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

We discussed 15 years of running #NoOffice company and our plans for 2022.⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:What we learned after 15 years of running #NoOffice companyBackstage of launching new NozbeWhy Rafal is selling his carMichael's plans for 2022🔗 Show notesYear of bicycleLive demo of Nozbe migratorNozbe Teams is the new version of Nozbe🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

We discuss today how iPad mini helps Rafal to have more productive Fridays.⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:Why Rafal and Michael have been really tired latelyWhy remote meetings don't work and how to change itHow to design your office to make it foolproofNew iPad Mini review by Rafal 🔗 Show notesMeetingsNozbe Teams Product VlogRafal's article on Nozbe change-log and updatesMichael's blogpost on iWalletPaperlike for iPadMoft Invisible Tablet StandiPad mini case on AmazonVinegar - Tube CleanerShortcut - Lazy bastard🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

In the first episode of 2022 we discuss Rafal's new MacBook Pro 14-inch and changes in his Home Office.⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:Why Michael's enjoys catching up after 3 weeks holidaysWhat is one downside of MacBook Pro 14-inchTips and tricks from Rafal's Home Office setup🎙 Subscribe to our show and learn more about running a remote software company🟣 Apple Podcasts🔵 Google Podcasts🟢 Spotify🟡 RSS🟠 Overcast🔴 Pocket Cast🙋‍ Meet the HostsMichael Sliwiński (@msliwinski)Rafał Sobolewski (@sobolowy)🔗 Show notesYouTube recording of the show with videoPerfect zoom meeting setup or streaming kit in my new home office7 lives of a decade-old trusty Apple Thunderbolt DisplayRafal's Home Office setup🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

⭐️ Key things you will learn from this episode:Importance of good weekly scheduleHow setting an appetite helps us delivering stuffMagic of being an owner of the topic🎙 Subscribe to our show and learn more about running a remote software company🟣 Apple Podcasts🔵 Google Podcasts🟢 Spotify🟡 RSS🟠 Overcast🔴 Pocket Cast🙋‍ Meet the HostsMichael Sliwiński (@msliwinski)Rafał Sobolewski (@sobolowy)🔗 Show notesMeetingsA chapter about core hours from Michael's bookTeam management, feedback & Nonprofit Productive - Mike St. PierreDogfoodingNo RoadmapNozbe Teams changelogShape Up🟣 Find UsNo Office website: nooffice.fmTweet us @nozbeFollow us on Instagram @nozbe💜 Review UsIf you love this show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.