How Brett Terpstra Uses OmniFocus

What happens when creative passion meets radical transparency? In this rigorously honest and energizing conversation, Brett Terpstra shares how his love of building tools and his openness about living with bipolar disorder and ADHD have shaped a career that’s helped thousands. From crashing WordPress servers to developing cult-favorite apps like Marked and Bunch, Brett walks us through the highs, lows, and lessons of designing a life that works with your unique brain.

We explore how simple checklists, daily grid routines, and frictionless automation with OmniFocus help him stay grounded and productive. Whether you're a power user or simply curious about how the right tools can support mental health, this episode offers a candid, insightful look at what it really means to get things done.

Some other people, places, and things mentioned:

• OmniFocus
• Brett's Website
• Marked (also “Marked 2” and “Marked 3”)
• Bunch
• OmniOutliner
• MailMate
• Overtired (podcast)