Ep. 384: Projects and Next Actions
Getting Things Done
This was the first of several planned GTD Skills Lab webinars. In this installment, we focus on the fundamentals of projects and next actions. Through a set of fun quizzes, engaging practice scenarios, and lively group discussions, this is a valuable opportunity to fine-tune your GTD practice. To watch this entire webinar, please visit . This audio is one of many available at GTD Connect, a learning space and community hub for all things GTD. Join GTD practitioners from around the world in learning, sharing, and developing the skills for stress-free productivity. . Knowing how to get the...
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Ep. 383: How to Use a Tickler or Bring-Forward Filing System
Getting Things Done
In our most recent Office Hour we talked about how to use a tickler or bring-forward filing system, and the important distinction between incubating an item to later decide if it's actionable, and setting a calendar reminder to handle something actionable on a future date. We also discussed the question of how to get others to do GTD. (Hint: exemplify relaxed productivity.) And we mentioned how helpful it is to have the GTD handy when getting your inboxes to zero. To watch this entire webinar, please visit . This audio is one of many available at GTD Connect, a learning space and...
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Ep. 382: Projects and Next Actions
Getting Things Done
In this installment of our Skills Lab series, we focus on the fundamentals of projects and next actions. Through a set of fun quizzes, engaging practice scenarios, and lively group discussions, this is a valuable opportunity to fine-tune your GTD practice. To watch this entire webinar, please visit . This audio is one of many available at GTD Connect, a learning space and community hub for all things GTD. Join GTD practitioners from around the world in learning, sharing, and developing the skills for stress-free productivity. . Knowing how to get the right things done is a key to success....
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Ep. 381: Vertical and Horizontal Control
Getting Things Done
You need to control commitments, projects, and actions in two ways--horizontally and vertically. Horizontal control maintains coherence across all the activities in which you are involved. Vertical control, in contrast, manages thinking, development, and coordination of individual topics and projects. In this webinar recording, Ana Maria Gonzalez talks about the relationship between these two levels of control and how you can leverage them both for your productivity. To watch this entire webinar, please visit . This audio is one of many available at GTD Connect, a learning space and community...
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Ep. 380: A Guided Weekly Review
Getting Things Done
Experience what David Allen calls the "critical success factor" with GTD, by going through a complete GTD Weekly Review. You'll experience all 11 steps of the process, with practical advice along the way. We will also discuss daily best practices that support your review. Please note: The silent time to work on each step is edited out. You can pause the recording on any step to suit your pace. You may find it helpful to have the GTD Methodology Guides handy. To watch this entire webinar, please visit . This audio is one of many available at GTD Connect, a learning space and...
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Ep. 379: The Nature of Someday Maybe Items
Getting Things Done
In this recording, we talk about the nature of Someday/Maybe items, and how the Someday/Maybe list is closely related to the Projects list. To watch this entire webinar, please visit . This audio is one of many available at GTD Connect, a learning space and community hub for all things GTD. Join GTD practitioners from around the world in learning, sharing, and developing the skills for stress-free productivity. . Knowing how to get the right things done is a key to success. It’s easy to get distracted and overwhelmed. Stay focused and increase productivity with GTD Connect—a...
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Ep. 378: Overcoming Resistance to Your Lists
Getting Things Done
Do you have projects and actions on your lists that just keep rolling on and on? We will take a closer look at why we resist list items and how to overcome any resistance you may have. We consider each of 9 common reasons that you may have resistance, and how to work around that. To watch this entire webinar, please visit . This audio is one of many available at GTD Connect, a learning space and community hub for all things GTD. Join GTD practitioners from around the world in learning, sharing, and developing the skills for stress-free productivity. . Knowing how to get the right things done...
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Ep. 377: GTD Refuge with Ann and Fedder
Getting Things Done
Please join Ann and Fedder, two members of the vibrant GTD community in Denmark, as they discuss a yearly GTD event that they call a refuge or retreat. It's an opportunity for a small group to have more inner-directed time for gaining perspective. Fedder and Ann relate how the idea developed, compare and contrast it with the annual , and explain the potential benefits. They even point out that the refuge is part of a well-rounded GTD practice that aligns with Danish philosopher Kierkegaard's adage that, "Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.” Below the...
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Ep. 376: The Causes of Procrastination
Getting Things Done
In this new Skills Lab recording we took a deep dive into the causes of procrastination, and the cures. With quizzes, exercises, and practice scenarios, this is a valuable opportunity to fine-tune your GTD practice. To watch this entire Skills Lab, please visit . ---- This audio is one of many available at GTD Connect, a learning space and community hub for all things GTD. Join GTD practitioners from around the world in learning, sharing, and developing the skills for stress-free productivity. . Knowing how to get the right things done is a key to success. It’s easy to get distracted and...
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Ep. 375: Project Planning
Getting Things Done
In this Skills Lab webinar we take a deep dive into the topic of project planning. How much and what kinds of planning do you need to do for different types of projects? With quizzes, exercises, and practice scenarios, this is a valuable opportunity to fine-tune your GTD practice. To watch this entire Skills Lab, please visit . ---- This audio is one of many available at GTD Connect, a learning space and community hub for all things GTD. Join GTD practitioners from around the world in learning, sharing, and developing the skills for stress-free productivity. . Knowing how to get the right...
info_outlineNoa and Idit of Skills Boutique share gems of wisdom in this interview. You will hear about how they started their company to address challenges in the future of work, and found that GTD has the tools to handle those challenges.
They discuss how the language of GTD around outcomes and next actions creates a culture of trust. They also talk about the effect of culture on productivity, especially when employees feel they have to save the complex work for when they're home.
You can watch a video version of this conversation from May 2024 at GTD Connect®.
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This audio is one of many available at GTD Connect, a learning space and community hub for all things GTD. Join GTD practitioners from around the world in learning, sharing, and developing the skills for stress-free productivity.
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