The hosts dive into their productivity setups, discussing both physical and digital tools they currently use. They reflect on the evolution of these tools, balancing tech and tradition while managing workspace clutter. The conversation also highlights their favorite note-taking apps and calendar strategies to boost productivity. AI's role in productivity is examined, presenting both its advantages and challenges. Lastly, they share exciting opportunities for connection, including upcoming retreats and summer camps!
The hosts review both physical and software tools essential to their GTD practice, emphasizing the evolutionary nature of their setups for improved productivity.
They highlight the importance of selecting tools that genuinely enhance efficiency, sharing personal anecdotes about writing instruments and capture devices.
A reflection on AI's potential in productivity is provided, advocating for its use while preserving human decision-making and emotional understanding in workflows.
Deep dives
GTD Tools Check-In Overview
The episode focuses on a tools check-in to share the latest physical and software tools the hosts use to implement the Getting Things Done (GTD) methodology. They emphasize personal experiences with specific tools and how their setups have evolved over time. Both hosts express the importance of using tools that genuinely improve their productivity rather than merely trying new options without necessity. Through this discussion, listeners gain insights into practical implementations of GTD through various tools, helping them reflect on their own setups.
Upcoming GTD Masterclass Retreat
The hosts announce an upcoming exclusive GTD Masterclass Retreat, highlighting its purpose to help participants align with their values and higher horizons. This event aims to provide individualized coaching and group sessions led by the hosts and David Allen. Although details such as location and dates are still to be finalized, listeners are encouraged to express their interest via email to stay updated. This retreat is designed for those seeking to deepen their understanding of GTD and enhance their personal and professional life.
Physical Tools for Capture
The conversation details the physical tools both hosts use for capturing ideas, including wallets and notepads, drawing from personal anecdotes. One host mentions the utility of a capture wallet for moments of inspiration, while the other highlights a shift toward modern, compact options. Specific writing tools are discussed, with emphasis on how the quality of writing instruments can impact the capturing process. Ultimately, both demonstrate a blend of traditional and contemporary tools tailored to their work styles.
Software Tools and Email Management
The hosts discuss their preferred software tools, primarily focusing on email clients and digital organizational systems. They compare the functionality and user experience of Apple Mail, Outlook, and Spark, highlighting personal preferences and observations about performance. The usefulness of integrating emails with task lists through reminders is emphasized, as well as the need for efficiency when managing various communications. This discussion provides listeners with actionable insights into optimizing their email and task management processes.
Incorporating AI into Daily Productivity
The episode concludes with a reflection on the potential of AI to complement productivity workflows without taking over human decision-making. One host expresses interest in using AI tools like ChatGPT for idea generation and brainstorming, while maintaining skepticism about AI's ability to fully understand human emotions and context. They acknowledge the evolving technology landscape and its implications for productivity but emphasize that human judgment and decision-making should remain at the forefront. This balanced perspective encourages listeners to explore AI use without losing sight of personal agency.
It's that time of year again!
No, Christmas is not yet here - it's time for Morten and Lars to review their GTD setups! Listen to this episode to learn more about:
- Which physical devices they use today
- Which hardware devices they use today
- Which software they use today and why they use it
..and much more! We hope that this episode helps, or inspires you, in your GTD practice.
Also, be sure to mark your calendars on December 10 around 3PM CET for our Global Virtual Guided Weekly Review! This will be a historic event :-)
Lastly, as mentioned at the end, we'd love for you to follow or connect with us on LinkedIn! We always like to connect with GTD'ers from around the world, you can find the links to our YouTube profiles in the Links below 🙌🏻
Links:
- Morten/Lars' LinkedIn profiles:
- Lars: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larsh/
- Morten: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mortenrovik/
- Morten/Lars' YouTube profiles:
- Lars: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larsh/ & https://www.youtube.com/c/LarsRothschildHenriksen
- Morten: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mortenrovik/ & https://www.youtube.com/c/MortenRøvikGTD
- GTD Summer Camp 2023 video (3 min version): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LSAZF9EiYs
We really hope that this episode helps you on your GTD journey and, as always: If you have any feedback we'd love to hear from you via podcast@vitallearning.dk. Lastly, be sure to head on over to VitalLearning.eu to learn more about Getting Things Done® (GTD), Crucial Conversations and other offerings in the Nordics+!
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