
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

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Jan 6, 2021 • 34min
37. New Years Resolutions with GTD®
Explore how to incorporate New Year's resolutions into a GTD system, using micro habits for goal achievement, and establishing the Weekly Review as a foundation for GTD practice in 2021. Discover the importance of starting with 'why' in planning, building micro habits, and mastering Weekly Reviews for enhanced productivity.

Dec 9, 2020 • 42min
36. Living in a digital world: Interview with Imran Rashid
Danish doctor, entrepreneur, and author Imran Rashid discusses the impact of 'digital pollution', essential human skills in a digital world, working from home, and raising kids in a digital age. He provides valuable insights on navigating the challenges of technology and maintaining healthy digital habits.

Nov 25, 2020 • 31min
35. Preparing for Christmas with GTD®
Learn how to streamline your Christmas preparations with GTD principles, including using checklists, setting up projects, and different Weekly Reviews. Explore the importance of detailed planning, setting goals for the new year, and utilizing a Natural Planning Model for a more intentional holiday season. Embrace the festive spirit and enhance the joy of Christmas celebrations!

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Nov 11, 2020 • 33min
34. Listener questions: Choosing the right things to work on, biggest successes/failures with GTD®
Guests Erwann, Andy, and Michael ask about task placement, daily to-do lists, successes, failures with GTD. Topics include managing important tasks, maximizing productivity, work-life balance, unforeseen challenges with GTD tools, and engaging with listeners

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Oct 28, 2020 • 42min
33. Getting Things Wrong®
Explore common mistakes made by self-taught GTD'ers like due date overdose and color-coding everything. Learn about managing projects, tickler files, and customizing context lists in the GTD system for improved productivity. Discover the importance of efficient task management through next action lists and embracing the present moment for better emotional handling. Dive into organizing projects, clarifying commitments, and seeking feedback for increased productivity.

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Oct 14, 2020 • 29min
32. Why each part of GTD matters
Explore the significance of writing down tasks, organizing tasks for improved productivity, and the power of the inbox in this insightful episode about GTD. Learn practical tips and insights to optimize your GTD implementation for enhanced productivity and organization.

Sep 30, 2020 • 34min
31. Interview with GTD® Master Trainer Todd Brown
In this podcast, Todd Brown, a GTD Master Trainer, shares insights on GTD methodology and productivity tools, discusses his personal life and interests, and provides links to GTD resources in UK, Ireland, and German-speaking countries. The episode offers valuable perspectives on applying GTD in daily life and highlights the accessibility of GTD training worldwide.

Sep 16, 2020 • 25min
30. Listener questions: Handling a promotion with GTD, paper based systems and OneNote
In this podcast, the hosts discuss using GTD during a job promotion, transitioning into new executive roles, managing tasks with paper-based systems vs. OneNote, and maximizing productivity with distraction-free systems. They also provide information on official setup guides and GCD Nordic website.

Sep 2, 2020 • 27min
29. GTD and Creativity with Karl Ivar Refseth
What does it look like when creative people use GTD to become even more creative and get more done?
Listen to this episode with Karl Ivar Refseth, musician and Norwegian-German GTD® Trainer, where he explains how he uses GTD as a musician to get a clear mind and stay present in-concert.
If you want to connect with Karl Ivar, you can find him here:
On social media: https://www.facebook.com/karl.refseth
Links to some of his very cool musical projects:
Karl Ivar Refseth Solo: https://vimeo.com/265220727
The Notwist: https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=570758060292891&ref=watch_permalink
Seminar "Beat like Stomp!" -Learning kids how fun and simple it can be to create music: https://youtu.be/oxcg6FqH4Uc
And as always, if you have any feedback we'd love to hear from you via podcast@gtdnordic.dk, you can learn more about GTD in the Nordics at GTDnordic.com and find cool GTD gear at GTDshop.com.

Aug 19, 2020 • 22min
28. Listener questions: How GTD'ers say "no" and dealing with an overbooked calendar
In this episode, Morten and Lars give their perspectives on two great listener questions:
- How do you know when you have too much on your plate? Does GTD say anything about saying “no” to more tasks?
- When do you actually get to look at those next actions and choose from them if your calendar is completely full?
Listen to this episode to learn more!
And as always, if you have any feedback we'd love to hear from you via podcast@gtdnordic.dk, you can learn more about GTD in the Nordics at GTDnordic.com and find cool GTD gear at GTDshop.com.