109. Listener Questions #16: Hybrid capturing, GTD habits and an attractive Someday/Maybe list?
Apr 10, 2024
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Topics covered include using Rocketbook for capturing notes, implementing GTD habits, and creating an attractive Someday/Maybe list. They also discuss the benefits of digital vs. paper note-taking, enhancing productivity with additional habits, and managing tasks effectively. The hosts share insights on streamlining routines, reflecting on priorities, and upcoming GTD Summer Camp 2024 in Denmark.
Transitioning from Rocketbook to Remarkable highlights the balance between convenience, functionality, and price in selecting digital note-taking tools.
Implementing sustainable habits like morning checklists and calendar reviews enhances productivity and reduces cognitive overload.
Deep dives
Managing Notes Digitally with Rocketbook
Rocketbook offers a unique solution for capturing and digitizing handwritten notes. Users can write in a physical notebook with a special erasable pen and then scan their notes using a mobile app, which converts them into PDF or JPEG files. This feature assists in reducing paper waste and provides ease in sharing and storing notes in the cloud. Despite some aesthetic concerns with the erasable pens, Rocketbook's user-friendly app and automation features make it a valuable tool for note-taking.
Transitioning from Rocketbook to Remarkable for Note-Taking
The transition from Rocketbook to Remarkable, a tablet-like device, presents enhanced functionalities for note-taking and digitization. Remarkable offers a paper-like feel and automatic cloud synchronization, along with the ability to retrieve PDFs and annotate documents. The user's preference for Remarkable over Rocketbook highlights the critical balance between convenience, functionality, and price point in selecting digital note-taking tools.
Establishing Productive Habits in GTD Implementation
Listeners inquire about habits beyond the GTD five-step process, such as post-meeting note processing and daily checklists. These practices support effective task execution and time management by incorporating reflection, prioritization, and regular review of commitments. The emphasis on implementing sustainable habits like a morning checklist and calendar reviews illustrates the importance of structured routines in enhancing productivity and reducing cognitive overload.
Strategies for Streamlining Someday/Maybe Lists in GTD
Addressing challenges with overwhelming Someday/Maybe lists, the importance of refining these lists based on values and priorities is emphasized. Participants discuss the significance of maintaining relevance and feasibility of items on the Someday/Maybe list through periodic reflection. By integrating the Horizons of Focus model, individuals can align their actions with personal values, ensuring that their lists reflect meaningful pursuits and facilitate focused decision-making.
It's time for another listener questions episode!
In this episode, Morten and Lars go through three questions on
- Using the Rocketbook (or reMarkable or others) for Capturing
- Tips for implementing GTD as a habit
- Making your Someday/Maybe list attractive
..and much more! We hope that this helps you, Christian, Griet and Kim, and everyone else listening and watching. If you have a question, be sure to send it to us at podcast@vitallearning.dk!
Also, the number of available seats for the GTD Summer Camp 2024 is decreasing - we're down to just 10 seats! It's June 15-16 in Denmark, head on over to www.GTDSummerCamp.com to learn more and sign up 🥳
Links:
- Morten/Lars' channels on YouTube, if you want to watch the episodes:
- Lars: https://www.youtube.com/c/LarsRothschildHenriksen
- Morten: https://www.youtube.com/c/MortenRøvikGTD
- GTD Summer Camp 2023 video (3 min version): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LSAZF9EiYs
We really hope that this episode helps you on your GTD journey and, as always: If you have any feedback we'd love to hear from you via podcast@vitallearning.dk. Lastly, be sure to head on over to VitalLearning.eu to learn more about Getting Things Done® (GTD), Crucial Conversations and other offerings in the Nordics+!
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