The GTD® Virtual Study Group

In this episode we look at the successes we've experience with GTD®. We also share some other way that GTD® has influenced our lives and even the lives of others. So much fun looking at GTD® from this perspective! Enjoy! Check out the GTD® Virtual Study Group website for resources from the call and more:

This episode is filled with a bunch of great ideas on how to keep your GTD® system fresh! Enjoy! Check out the Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website for resources from the calls and more:

The podcast dives deep into the concept of what constitutes a true inbox and its impact on productivity systems. Listeners gain insights into mastering digital inboxes and organizing tasks effectively. The discussion includes the evolution of communication methods from emails to platforms like Slack. Personal anecdotes highlight the need for clear communication to avoid overwhelm. Strategies for managing multiple capture points and maintaining an organized workflow are shared, emphasizing the importance of consistency over chasing new tools.

Renegotiation in work roles takes center stage, as participants discuss adapting GTD systems for changing responsibilities. They tackle time management challenges, emphasizing accurate scheduling and prioritization strategies during staff shortages. The conversation highlights personal reflections on balancing various commitments and the need for self-evaluation. Techniques for managing email overwhelm and productivity are shared, alongside the importance of setting boundaries. Finally, they explore the transformative power of the GTD methodology in enhancing efficiency and reducing stress.

Our systems get so much better with the little minor tweaks we make to our systems. We're not talking the tool swapping/hopping here. We're talking about all the little ideas picked up along the way (maybe on GTDVSG) and tried in our systems. Sometimes they work, sometimes they don't, and then sometimes they are pivotal to making our systems sing! Enjoy! Check out the Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website for resources from the call and more:

In this episode, we look at what causes distractions, why we could be having a hard time focusing, and how we might address it... or not. An interesting discussion looking at this from so many different angles. Enjoy! Check out the Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website for resources from the call and more:

Starting a GTD system can be overwhelming, but community support can ease the journey. Participants share tips for overhauling the weekly review, making it a more engaging process. The conversation shifts to adapting GTD principles to modern tools, enhancing personal productivity. There's a humorous look at translation issues that lead to confusion in productivity terminology. The discussion also covers the transition from paper to digital task management, stressing the importance of consistency in your approach.

Inspired by the book 4000 Weeks by Oliver Burkeman, we discuss the idea of finitude and how that impacts our lives and our systems. How do we achieve mind like water and a level of stress-free productivity? How do we find more balance in our lives? Enjoy! Check out the Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website for resources from the call and more:

What a great episode! We really dive into journaling from all sorts of angles! Enjoy! Check out the Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website for resources from the call and more:

Happy New Year! In this special episode, Ray Sidney-Smith and Michelle Gunn talk about a 12-week program that Ray is running for the GTD® community -- Getting Things Done® Workbook Study Group. It starts January 3rd, 2022. Sign up at , then search under courses. A very special thank you to Ray Sidney-Smith for offering this program and all that he does in support of our GTD® community!!! Check out the Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website for resources from the call and more: