The Common Creative S7E137: Episode 137: Paul and Chris - PARA Filing System
Feb 9, 2025
In this discussion, the hosts explore the PARA filing system for organizing creative work. They emphasize its simplicity and effectiveness in prioritizing current projects while archiving finished ones. The conversation also tackles common challenges faced by creatives in managing their workflows. Additionally, they speculate on the future role of AI in enhancing organizational efficiency and creativity.
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PARA Puts Active Work First
- PARA organizes files into Projects, Areas, Resources, and Archive to keep current work front and center.
- Paul says the Projects folder should only hold active projects so your workspace stays focused.
Keep Projects Minimal And Current
- Do keep only a handful of active project folders and avoid deep subfolders for current work.
- Move stalled or finished work out of Projects into Archive to maintain clarity.
Distinct Roles For Areas And Resources
- Areas are ongoing responsibilities like finance, taxes, and marketing that persist outside single projects.
- Resources house learning materials and reference content separate from active work.