
Getting Things Done® podcast from Vital Learning
Interviews with extraordinary GTD'ers + the best advice for using Getting Things Done® (GTD) to clear your mind, to stay present with whatever you’re doing and to achieve stress free productivity.
Vital Learning is the official Crucial Learning Licensee in the Nordics+.
Hosted by certified GTD® Master Trainers Morten Røvik and Lars Rothschild Henriksen from Vital Learning.
Latest episodes

Sep 10, 2024 • 43min
115. I Have Too Much To Do Too!
Morten, an expert on burnout management, shares his compelling journey through the signs of burnout he's recently encountered. He delves into recognizing these signs in oneself and others, and offers practical advice on how to respond when you feel the weight of overwhelm. Morten also discusses the essential balance between work commitments and self-care, underscoring the criticality of setting boundaries to promote well-being. His insights aim to guide listeners in navigating the complexities of stress while maintaining productivity.

Aug 27, 2024 • 37min
116. Horizons Of Focus In GTD (Episode 9 Rerun)
Dive into the Horizons of Focus and discover how they can supercharge your productivity. Learn strategies for aligning personal and professional priorities. Engage in imaginative exercises to clarify your values and legacy. Explore how purpose-driven frameworks can shape your work culture. Emphasize starting from the present to pave the way for future success. Plus, uncover cool tools like BrainToss for capturing ideas and TextExpander to streamline your workflow!

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Jun 19, 2024 • 49min
114. Team - Getting Things Done With Others
Authors David Allen and Ed Lamont discuss their book 'Team - Getting Things Done with Others' in this podcast. They explore the principles of effective teamwork and productivity, emphasizing personal organization skills, team vision, and well-being. They offer practical tips for implementing GTD in teams and invite listeners to connect on LinkedIn for further GTD resources.

Jun 5, 2024 • 56min
113. New Microsoft Planner With Stefan Pilo
What is Microsoft Planner and how could I use it as part of my GTD practice?
In this episode, Lars talks to Stefan Pilo from Microsoft in Sweden who shares what's happening with the new Planner:
- What is the basic functionality in Planner
- How can you use the new Planner for your personal GTD practice
- How can you use the new Planner in collaboration with others
..and much more! Thank you so much to Stefan for taking the time to join us. We hope that this episode helps you in your GTD practice and if you a question that you'd like us to pick up, be sure to send it to us at podcast@vitallearning.dk!
Also, the seats for the GTD Summer Camp 2024 are now almost gone - there's 1 left! It's June 15-16 in Denmark, head on over to www.GTDSummerCamp.com to learn more and sign up 🥳
Links:
- Morten/Lars' channels on YouTube, if you want to watch the episodes:
- Lars: https://www.youtube.com/c/LarsRothschildHenriksen
- Morten: https://www.youtube.com/c/MortenRøvikGTD
- GTD Summer Camp 2023 video (3 min version): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LSAZF9EiYs
We really hope that this episode helps you on your GTD journey and, as always: If you have any feedback we'd love to hear from you via podcast@vitallearning.dk. Lastly, be sure to head on over to VitalLearning.eu to learn more about Getting Things Done® (GTD), Crucial Conversations and other offerings in the Nordics+!

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May 22, 2024 • 39min
112. A Sustainable GTD System
Listeners learn how to tackle backlog, causes of clutter, and challenges in GTD system. Tips on decluttering spaces and information, plus a promo for GTD Summer Camp in Denmark. Morten and Lars offer insights on creating sustainable GTD life.

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May 8, 2024 • 47min
111. Direction, not perfection: How to reflect better
Explore the importance of reflection in GTD practice with Horizons of Focus and Weekly Review. Learn how Morten supports coaching clients and incorporate reflecting questions in your routine. Don't miss out on GTD Summer Camp 2024 in Denmark!

Apr 24, 2024 • 54min
110. Other Vital Skills: Crucial Influence & Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue
Exploring how GTD intersects with Crucial Conversations and Crucial Influence, emphasizing emotional intelligence in handling difficult dialogues, recognizing signs of disengagement, and seeking mutual purpose in dialogue. Highlighting the practicality of implementing specific steps post-conversation, financial impact of critical dialogues, leveraging books and mini-courses for mastering dialogue skills, and the Six Sources of Influence model for driving desired behaviors and outcomes. Details about the upcoming GTD Summer Camp in Denmark with limited seats left.

Apr 10, 2024 • 48min
109. Listener Questions #16: Hybrid capturing, GTD habits and an attractive Someday/Maybe list?
Topics covered include using Rocketbook for capturing notes, implementing GTD habits, and creating an attractive Someday/Maybe list. They also discuss the benefits of digital vs. paper note-taking, enhancing productivity with additional habits, and managing tasks effectively. The hosts share insights on streamlining routines, reflecting on priorities, and upcoming GTD Summer Camp 2024 in Denmark.

Mar 27, 2024 • 44min
108. I Have Too Much To Do!
In this episode, Morten and Lars discuss balancing work and paternity leave, offering tips on revisiting your calendar, higher horizons, and lists to manage tasks. They also mention the upcoming GTD Summer Camp 2024 and share links to their YouTube channels. The podcast focuses on finding balance, effective calendar management, mastering mental load, and exciting announcements about learning opportunities.

Mar 13, 2024 • 50min
107. Travelling with Getting Things Done® (GTD)
Learn how to use GTD for travel planning with practical tips on using the Natural Planning Model, managing packing lists, and apps for trips. Also, find out about the GTD Summer Camp in Denmark and digital tools for efficient organization. Flighty app for flight tracking is highlighted, along with updates on upcoming events and learning resources.