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“This is the way”: Notion AI integration
Read more: “This is the way”: Notion AI integrationNotion’s AI integration enhances the writing process by offering fast, context-aware assistance through both a chat feature and in-text editing tools. This thoughtful approach to AI makes writing and editing more efficient, striking a balance between flexibility and simplicity.
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When technology was simpler: Subscription creep
Read more: When technology was simpler: Subscription creepAs a technology enthusiast, I’ve been simplifying my life by decluttering, including digital items. However, the rise in subscription services has made our digital lives complex, leading to accumulation, hidden fees, reduced control, diluted value, and potential innovation stagnation.
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Creating a searchable personal archive with AI
Read more: Creating a searchable personal archive with AIGenerative AI’s capacity to produce unexpected responses has raised interest, but applying custom instructions in a personalized GPT can minimize these occurrences. Smaller localized language models show promise in reducing costs without sacrificing functionality. Creating custom GPTs tailored to specific document collections allows for efficient querying of specific information and enhances the technology’s practicality.
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Brainstorming Keywords Using AI
Read more: Brainstorming Keywords Using AIWhen searching for academic literature, having the right language is key. Experts may use different terms for your topic, so be flexible in your searches. Don’t fear using AI for brainstorming research – it’s more than a plagiarism machine. Map out your search with a mind map and consider AI-generated search terms. Experiment with different…
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Backtracking on notes and using the PARA method
apple-notes, decluttering, note-taking, notes, obsidian, organization, productivity, productivity guru industry, skepticismRead more: Backtracking on notes and using the PARA methodI’ve struggled with digital organization for years. My previous systems were more like organized hoarding, making it hard to determine or find important notes. I once thought I’d figured out a perfect system, but it only complicated my life and distracted me from writing meaningful content. In a previous post, I claimed that I finally…
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Not all time is equal. Know your limits.
Read more: Not all time is equal. Know your limits.I consider myself adept at orchestrating my schedule. My agenda is well maintained, with important deadlines conscientiously logged. I’m good about tracking follow-ups for collaborative tasks. These are, in my view, quintessential organizational competencies. However, the element of production I’ve found most challenging is getting the timing right. When to schedule a task is just as important…
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Write. Think Later.
Read more: Write. Think Later.In the movie “Finding Forrester,” William Forrester, portrayed by Sean Connery, imparts a piece of wisdom to his newfound protégé, Jamal Wallace: “The first key to writing is to write, not to think.” Although I don’t work in a university writing center, and I’m definitely not the go-to person for the intricacies of writing like…
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Opinion piece: There is already a solution for easing high cost of post-secondary textbooks
Read more: Opinion piece: There is already a solution for easing high cost of post-secondary textbooksSome colleagues and I recently wrote an opinion piece for the Calgary Herald, arguing for provincial support for open educational resources. Below is a preview. Less well-known is the fact that the cost of textbooks and other learning materials has been increasing well above the rate of inflation for decades. According to a 2014 CBC…
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I’ve finally figured out notes
Read more: I’ve finally figured out notesI tend to take a lot of notes, and as a result, they get saved in several places. Over the past seven years, I’ve been on a quest. My goal has been to develop a workflow that would give me maximum flexibility. I don’t always have a paper notebook or a device with me, so…
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New paper: Italian immigration to Kelowna and its lasting legacy
Read more: New paper: Italian immigration to Kelowna and its lasting legacyThe Okanagan Historical Society’s latest issue of Okanagan History is out, and I’m proud to have an article published in this year’s annual report. Roughly ten years ago (when I was an undergraduate), I received UBC Okanagan’s undergraduate research grant. This grant was an incredible opportunity, as allowed me to spend the better part of…
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