Getting Things Done® podcast from Vital Learning

50. GTD and Vacations

Aug 18, 2021
Discover how to integrate productivity techniques into your vacation routine! Learn personal strategies for managing tasks and email while enjoying time off. Transitioning back to work can be tough, but they share tips on easing back in. Explore the importance of intentional breaks for mental well-being, especially post-vacation. Get excited about an upcoming GTD summer camp in Denmark, designed for community building and networking. Plus, insights on inbox management to help you stay organized!
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ADVICE

Capture While Relaxing

  • Capture ideas during vacation using a capture wallet or phone so nothing gets lost.
  • Use location reminders or calendar entries for time-sensitive things you must not forget.
ANECDOTE

Voice Memos And Email Triage

  • Lars used voice memos on his watch and a capture wallet to catch complex ideas while traveling.
  • He also triaged emails, deleting or archiving most and moving a few to an "action after the holidays" folder.
ADVICE

Do Reviews When Needed

  • Skip formal weekly reviews on vacation if you genuinely feel in control and relaxed.
  • Do a review whenever you feel unsettled or lack clarity, not just on schedule.
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