The GTD® Virtual Study Group 205: Dealing With a Huge Backlog
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May 13, 2019 Dive into the struggle of managing overwhelming backlogs in productivity! Discover the emotional toll of procrastination and learn practical strategies to prioritize tasks. Explore innovative ways to transition from digital to manual systems, enhancing clarity and communication. The hosts share personal insights on overcoming decision-making uncertainties and tackling mental clutter. Join the discussion on navigating shifting priorities and reclaiming control over your to-do list!
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Managing a Huge Backlog
- Process new incoming items expeditiously to avoid adding to the backlog.
- Triage the backlog for urgent items, then address today's, yesterday's, and the oldest items daily.
Two Types of Backlogs
- There are two types of backlogs: backlogs in processing and backlogs in doing.
- Some people enjoy processing but struggle with actually executing tasks.
Michelle's Inbox and Task Backlog
- Michelle Gunn describes attacking her 500-email inbox on a weekend to regain control.
- She also struggles with a backlog of tasks, requiring deep-dive reviews to reassess commitments.