Getting Things Done
Ep. 147: Managing Projects 1
Mar 22, 2022
Meg Edwards, a senior coach and consultant at the David Allen Company, brings her expertise in GTD implementation to discuss effective project management. She highlights the importance of understanding project definitions and distinctions between projects and next actions. The conversation delves into the six conversational heights for prioritizing goals and aligning team efforts. Edwards shares personal insights into transforming 'open loops' into clarity, emphasizing a clear definition of 'done' for successful project completion.
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Quick takeaways
- Align intentions and core values at the ten thousand level horizon in GTD for project management success.
- Distinguish between action-oriented projects and continuous areas of focus to prevent task confusion and enhance clarity.
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Understanding the Horizon Levels of GTD
The podcast focuses on explaining the horizon levels in GTD, with a detailed exploration of the ten thousand level horizon. This level pertains to defining projects as multi-step actions that need completion. It emphasizes aligning intentions and core values at this horizon, discussing different altitude levels and the importance of clarity on purpose and values.
