Getting Things Done Ep: 54 - Someday / Maybe and Incubation Best Practices
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Oct 28, 2019 
David Allen, a renowned productivity consultant and creator of the GTD methodology, shares his insights on the power of Someday/Maybe lists and incubation strategies. He emphasizes how these tools can spark creativity without pressure, encouraging regular reviews to nurture potential projects. With innovative organizational techniques, Allen explains how to manage ideas effectively using categories and tickler files for time-sensitive tasks. Listeners can expect fresh ideas to enhance their personal productivity and improve their overall system.
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Task Categorization
- Categorize your tasks into actionable, reference, and incubate.
- Incubation is for items with no immediate action but require future reassessment.
Someday/Maybe List
- Create a "Someday/Maybe" list for ideas you might pursue later.
- Review this list regularly to reassess and potentially activate ideas.
David Allen's Someday/Maybe List
- David Allen's Someday/Maybe list included sailing big boats and playing the flute.
- He eventually pursued these after they reached a "critical mass" through regular review.