The GTD® Virtual Study Group
GTD® VSG
Welcome to the GTD® Virtual Study Group! This is a twice-monthly live call that focuses in on productivity and Getting Things Done. We are a supportive global community dedicated to inspiring and empowering personal growth.
We focus on general principles of productivity, how to become more successful in life, and the Getting Things Done®* task management methodology.
Join our live calls on the second and fourth Thursdays every month at 4:00pm Eastern! Simply dial 1-857-216-6700, Pin 559525!
*This podcast is not affiliated with, approved or endorsed by David Allen or the David Allen Company, which is the creator of the Getting Things Done® system for personal productivity. GTD® and Getting Things Done® are registered trademarks of the David Allen Company. For more information on the David Allen Company’s products the user may visit their website at http://www.gettingthingsdone.com.
We focus on general principles of productivity, how to become more successful in life, and the Getting Things Done®* task management methodology.
Join our live calls on the second and fourth Thursdays every month at 4:00pm Eastern! Simply dial 1-857-216-6700, Pin 559525!
*This podcast is not affiliated with, approved or endorsed by David Allen or the David Allen Company, which is the creator of the Getting Things Done® system for personal productivity. GTD® and Getting Things Done® are registered trademarks of the David Allen Company. For more information on the David Allen Company’s products the user may visit their website at http://www.gettingthingsdone.com.
Episodes
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May 23, 2008 • 54min
009: GTD on the go
Travel can really disrupt your ability to be productive. So how do those road warriors get stuff done? Listen to this episode to hear the secrets of a real uber-road warrior. Phenomenal!
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May 9, 2008 • 53min
008: Working with nonGTD’ers
Those of us who are into GTD are often in the minority (if not alone entirely) in our homes, workplaces, and elsewhere. How do you cope with folks who don't, or won't, GTD? Listen to the discussion and suggestions for getting others on board, or coping when you can't.
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Apr 25, 2008 • 55min
007: GTD & Procrastination
In this discussion, we talked about procrastination. Procrastination shows up in a variety of ways from resistance to projects we wish we hadn't taken on to following shiny objects to big-time overwhelm. We discussed ways to overcome and outwit procrastination using GTD tools, including Remember the Milk.
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Apr 24, 2008 • 42min
006: GTD Roundup: Weekly Reviews, Contexts, & Waiting-For
My apologies for the confusion surrounding our meeting on April 10. The bridgeline was wonky and I've been slow in getting the podcast posted. Sorry! To those who persevered and attended, deepest thanks!!! We had a great discussion once all the dust settled. We revisited our weekly reviews from 3/31, then talked about waiting-for and context lists.
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Mar 31, 2008 • 1h 5min
005: Weekly Review
Dive into the challenging yet essential practice of weekly reviews, as participants share their struggles and successes. Discover task management tools that can declutter your life and enhance productivity. The conversation highlights the transformative power of dedicated time for reflection, fostering personal growth and reducing chaos. Listeners learn strategies for maintaining clarity amidst distractions, establishing accountability, and finding motivation through community support. Embrace the journey of mastering your productivity with actionable insights and real-life experiences!
Mar 17, 2008 • 54min
004: What Goes Into Your GTD System?
Participants share their experiences with integrating digital and paper systems for productivity. They discuss challenges in incorporating electronic calendars and the importance of reliable data backups. The conversation highlights tools that enhance task management, bridging technology with creativity. Humor emerges as they navigate digital storage and transition to a paperless workflow. The excitement builds for future discussions with guest experts who focus on communication and collaboration.
Feb 29, 2008 • 1h 4min
003: Horizons of Focus
In this episode, the group discusses the horizons of focus. How can you link up your big picture goals to what's going on down at the runway? Listen to what some of these GTDers have to say.
The GTD Virtual Study Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of every month. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, Mar 13 at 4 pm Eastern. We'll be getting down in the weeds and looking at how people create and use simpler, low tech systems to implement GTD. Join us live or on the podcast!
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Feb 17, 2008 • 51min
002: GTD Natural Planning Model
In this episode, Brian Darnell reviews the natural planning model for GTD. The model consists of five phases: defining purpose & principles (the why), envisioning the outcome, brainstorming, organizing, and identifying next actions.
Our next meeting will be on Thursday, Feb 27 at 4 pm Eastern. We'll continue our discussion of natural planning with a look at Horizons of Focus. You may want to re-read Chapter 9, particularly pp 200-210.
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Jan 24, 2008 • 56min
001: GTD and the Martial Arts 1/24/08
In this session, GTD Virtual Study Group explored GTD and the martial arts with special guests, Brian Darnell and Sensei Kendra. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, Feb 14, 2008 at 4pm Eastern. We will begin a two part discussion of the GTD Natural Planning Model. Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website:
