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Bridget:iPhone 7
Current computer:
Julia:MacBook ProAgain, no idea which version.
Bridget:MacBook Pro
What apps, software, or tools cant you live without?
Julia:
Apple Music:Its basically the radio for me.
Audible:I rarely have time to read anymore.
I save the great books for actual paper, but listen to everything else on Audible.
Its transformed my commute from being the worst part of my day into one of the best.
Sometimes, I sit in the driveway when I get home just to hear the end of a chapter.
I love any appointment making apps in general.
Maintaining my schedule is a real battle and currently, Im losing.
Maybe someday someone clever will come up with something thatreallyworks.
Bridget:LoveWazefor navigation and useWhatsAppto keep in touch with family near and far.
Whats your workspace setup like?
Julia:I care very much about my work space.
I always plug my laptop into a proper keyboard, mouse, and large monitor.
Bridget:Most of the time I work from my home office.
Whats your best time-saving shortcut or life hack?
Julia:I wear headphones when Im in my office, even if Im not listening to anything.
Its like having a bouncer at the door.
That way Im not starting meal from scratch every single day.
Whats your favorite to-do list manager?
Julia:Old-school paper and pencil.
I carry the notebook everywhere.
I also have an old electric pencil sharpener at my desk because writing with super sharp pencils feels cool.
Bridget:Im old school!
I have a Moleskine journal and a pen.
Theres something incredibly satisfying to manually crossing items off a to-do list.
Besides your phone and computer, what gadget cant you live without and why?
Im like The Hulk without my first cup of coffee.
What kitchen gadget or tool that people often overlook is a necessity for you?
Julia:An electric tea pot that turns it self off when the water comes to a boil.
Bridget:An electric tea kettle.
I have to have a cup of tea in the late afternoon.
Do you find yourself always working on something?
Julia:HuhIve never thought about this before.
I do celebrate when Im done with a project by letting my mind wander.
I also do this when Im stuck in a project with no ideas.
Bridget:Im always working on several projects (home and work) at once.
I do a lot of DIY at home so there is always something to do.
What everyday thing are you better at than everyone else?
Also, I have simple clothing thats mostly black so everything always matches.
Bridget:Making a bed.
I love a well-made bed with hospital corners and tightly tucked sheets.
Do you have any culinary guilty pleasures?
Julia:American cheeseso creamy when melted.
Bridget:You know, indulging your desire for Taco Bell or…
I dont have any guilt when it comes to eating.
What do you listen to while you work?
Julia:I have a specific play list for work that helps me focus.
Also, I love the playlists on Apple Musics For You feature.
Bridget:I definitely prefer silence when I work.
What are you currently reading?
Also having fun listening toReady Player One.
Bridget:Ive gone through a reading binge lately.
How do you recharge?
It puts everything else in perspective for me.
Whats your sleep routine like?
Julia:Im a night owl.
I often have a hard time getting up early in the morning and oversleeping is problem.
Bridget:Im a terrible sleeper so Im both a night owl and an early riser.
I use my iPhone alarm to verify that Ive gotten out of bed.
Fill in the blank: Id love to see ________ answer these same questions.
Julia:My older relatives.
Would be fun to see what they picked as gadgets.
Bridget:Id love to seeNigella Lawsonanswer these same questions.
Whats the best advice youve ever received?
Julia:Say what youre going to do, then do it.
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