

321: Working With Partners
5 snips Jun 22, 2023
Mike shares his expertise on partnering for productivity, especially with those who may be skeptical of the GTD method. He discusses the importance of empathy and open communication in navigating emotional complexities. Strategies for collaborative task management shine through, like accountability partnerships and structured reviews that enhance focus. Listeners will find valuable tips on introducing GTD concepts and aligning different organizational styles, ensuring smoother collaboration. Mike's personal experiences provide relatable insights that make this discussion both practical and engaging.
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Adapt Tools and Reviews for Partners
- Use shared digital tools like Asana for joint projects while accommodating personal preferences for paper or pen.
- Accept differing review styles and find compromises, like doing individual reviews but sharing key info.
Shared Reviews Build Focus
- Ray schedules joint weekly reviews with a colleague for mutual accountability.
- The sessions allow focused work time and provide shared motivation despite differing GTD engagement.
Use Shared Reviews for Accountability
- Schedule regular, shared weekly review sessions with partners or accountability buddies.
- This builds commitment, improves focus, and helps manage tasks even if interest in GTD varies.