FileSystem

1. The Wake-Up Call

Look, we've all been there. Drowning in work, trying to be perfect, building elaborate systems that end up being more demanding than your actual job. That was me two years ago at Ark. Classic case of the tail wagging the dog, eh?

2. The Great Purge

After some quality time with Oliver Burkmann (and a much-needed reality check), I stripped everything down to its bones. No more perfectionist nonsense. Just pure, practical functionality that follows me around like a well-trained puppy.

3. The Engine Room

Here's where it gets interesting. Picture this: Notion as the mothership, with a fleet of specialized tools orbiting around it. We're talking Todoist catching ideas like a giant net, Fantastical keeping the big picture in check, and a whole army of content catchers (Snipo, SnipD, Readwise) making sure nothing slips through the cracks.

4. The Secret Sauce

The magic happens in how it all connects. Every component knows its job and stays in its lane. No more fighting with your tools or drowning in notifications. It's like having a personal assistant who actually knows what they're doing (and doesn't need coffee breaks).

5. The Bottom Line

The result? A system that's as powerful as a Glasgow handshake but as smooth as a fine whisky. Everything - from client conversations to random midnight inspirations - gets captured, processed, and stored exactly where it needs to be. No fuss, no muss, just pure productivity without the pretense.

And before you ask - yes, this system took ages to perfect. But that's the beauty of it - you get to learn from my mistakes instead of making your own. You're welcome! 😉