Ep. 295: Fundamentals of Projects and Next Actions

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Jan 29, 2025

Discover the essentials of managing projects and next actions with lively quizzes and engaging discussions. Learn to define tasks clearly to enhance productivity and avoid common pitfalls in task management. Explore different approaches to estimating task completion and the importance of regular reviews. Clarifying the distinction between projects and next actions could revolutionize your daily routines. Plus, find inspiration in collaborative learning and resources from a vibrant community focused on stress-free productivity.

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ADVICE

Personalizing GTD

Consider GTD principles, but tailor them to your needs.
Personalization is key for effective GTD implementation.

INSIGHT

GTD Project Definition

In GTD, a project is any outcome requiring multiple steps within a year.
Weekly review drives project progress; consider this when defining projects.

INSIGHT

Defining Next Actions

A next action is the immediate physical, visible step advancing a goal.
It's not future actions; it's what you can do now to move forward.

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This was the first of several planned GTD Skills Lab webinars. In this installment, we focus on the fundamentals of projects and next actions. Through a set of fun quizzes, engaging practice scenarios, and lively group discussions, this is a valuable opportunity to fine-tune your GTD practice.

You can watch a video version of this webinar from September 2022 at GTD Connect®.

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