Getting Things Done

Ep. 250: Projects and Someday Maybe Lists

Mar 20, 2024

Discover the art of managing your 'someday maybe' lists and how they relate to active projects. Dive into techniques for easing commitments while capturing ideas without guilt. Explore ways to tailor your project inventory to enhance productivity and lower stress. Learn practical strategies for organizing projects, including concepts like 'projects on hold.' Finally, uncover how to apply Getting Things Done methodologies to refine your project management and stay focused on what truly matters.

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Quick takeaways

Projects are defined as multi-step outcomes achievable within a year, serving as external anchors to prevent distractions and ambient stress.

Someday Maybe list acts as a guilt-free zone for uncommitted potential projects, helping individuals explore creative possibilities and hidden projects.

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Understanding Projects

A project in the context discussed is defined as a multi-step outcome achievable within a timeframe up to a year. The emphasis is on committing to outcomes that require more than one action to complete. These projects serve as external anchors to avoid distraction and ensure regular review to prevent ambient stress in personal or professional life.

Customizing Project Lists for Better Management

01:24

Review Projects on Hold: A Path to Clarity

01:31

Clarifying Projects with Weekly Review in Mind

01:22

Intro

9min

Exploring the Concept of Someday Maybe Lists

2min

Unlocking Potential Projects: The Power of Someday Maybe Lists

10min

Customizing Your Project Inventory for Better Management

2min

Refining Project Management with GTD Strategies

8min

In this recording, we talk about the nature of Someday/Maybe items, and how the Someday/Maybe list is closely related to the Projects list.

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