The GTD® Virtual Study Group 335: Starting
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Jan 17, 2025 Starting new projects can be daunting, but accountability partners play a crucial role in clarifying goals and overcoming procrastination. Participants share strategies for managing tasks effectively and emphasize the emotional aspects of launching endeavors. Discussion also touches on how support systems can ease overwhelm, and the importance of flexibility in planning. Navigating the emotional landscape of restarting a business is explored, along with tips for embracing fresh perspectives and humorously reflecting on past missteps.
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Reverse Engineer Goals with Natural Planning Model
- Use the natural planning model to reverse engineer your goals and break them down into smaller steps.
- Set timers for each step to avoid getting overwhelmed and ensure progress.
Start with Capture
- Start with the capture habit and ensure you have capture tools available.
- Don't get caught up finding the perfect app; use anything, even paper.
Time-Bound Brainstorming
- Brainstorm extensively but within time constraints to avoid overwhelm.
- Move to the next phase once you have a starting point, even if it's not perfect.