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Getting Things Done

Ep. 239: Slice of GTD Life with Becky DeWaters

Dec 27, 2023
Becky DeWaters, a productivity enthusiast and OmniFocus expert, dives into her innovative approach to the GTD methodology. She shares fascinating insights about the interplay between goals, areas of focus, and next actions, using memorable metaphors that make complex ideas more relatable. Listeners will discover how she navigates her learning journey with Spanish while maintaining productivity, along with practical examples of her organizational strategies that can inspire anyone looking to enhance their efficiency.
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Quick takeaways

  • Breaking down study resources into manageable tasks and using tags in OmniFocus helps prioritize and track progress.
  • Incorporating various resources into a structured study routine and establishing a consistent schedule leads to progress and enjoyment in language learning.

Deep dives

Overcoming Overwhelm and Implementing GTD

Becky discusses her journey with implementing GTD and reveals her challenges with feeling overwhelmed and stuck in studying Spanish and keeping up with the news. She realizes the need for implementing GTD in an effective way to make progress. Becky shares her approach of breaking down her Spanish study resources into manageable tasks and using tags in OmniFocus to prioritize and track her progress. She also applies the concept of a snail-paced project to tackle a daunting book. By combining bottom-up and top-down thinking, Becky aims to make steady progress in her language learning journey.

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