GTD Virtual Study Group

Mentoring GTD

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:11:00 +0000

Got kids? Know someone who teaches school or interacts with young folks? Listen into our conversation about how to help kids learn GTD for school and life. From the very small to college age,...

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

New Year, New Toys

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 19:05:00 +0000

Happy New Year! As 2012 is getting underway, you may be playing with new toys that came your way over the holiday season. How do you make the most of that new iPad? Got a new smart phone? A Kindle?...

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

End of the Year Celebration and Review

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 05:16:00 +0000

As the year comes to a close, it’s time to gather and celebrate what we accomplished in 2011! We recap what we learned and our ah-hahs as well as talk about what to take forward in the New Year....

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

GTD and Corporate Life

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 04:12:00 +0000

Locked down, firewalled, hemmed in my “their” software? Yep, corporate life can really hamper your ability to create one system and practice GTD smoothly across all your areas of focus. In this...

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Holiday Planning

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 03:56:00 +0000

It’s almost that time of year! The holiday crunch is on the way. Gift buying, travel, end of year projects, and parties. In this session, the Virtual Study Group explores allwhat it takes to get you...

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Back to Basics: Weekly Review Revisited

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 03:07:00 +0000

The Weekly Review. It's one of the big sticking points for lots of folks--and it's been a long time since we dedicated an episode to this important topic (like May 2010). Join us for lots of valuable...

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Back to Basics: Getting Started and Setting Up

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 00:27:00 +0000

Remember Chapter 4 in Getting Things Done? That's where David Allen describes the initial set up process and the tools you need to gather. Whether you're a GTD old timer or a newbie, you'll enjoy...

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Using Evernote to create a trusted system with special guest, Daniel Gold

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 03:01:00 +0000

Tara returns as your host and welcomed Daniel Gold as our guest presenter. Daniel is an lawyer, productivity and gadget geek, and now, author of a brand new eBook on Evernote! He shared his system...

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Back to Basics: Five Phases of Project Planning

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 01:25:00 +0000

Our topic this week was Back to Basics: Five phases of project planning. This is Chapter 3 of Getting Things Done, for those of you scoring at home. Tara was on the road and Augusto kindly agreed to...

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Back to Basics: Reviewing the The Five Phases of Workflow

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 16:31:00 +0000

We've had a bunch of requests for discussions and reviews of Collect, Process, Organize, Review, Do and this seems like a great opportunity to do some Back to Basics sessions, following (more or...

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Airplane Rules, GTD-style

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:54:00 +0000

Every air traveler has heard instructions like these: "Remember to put your own oxygen mask on before attempting to help others." In this episode, you'll join long-time participant, Augusto Pinaud,...

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Putting the Wheels Back On

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 12:06:00 +0000

After a disruption, an unexpected change, or anything that really derails your practice of GTD, how do you get the wheels back on? Join us and get some roadside assistance. Download the podcast here.

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Gearing Up for the Second Half of 2011

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Sat, 28 May 2011 21:32:00 +0000

Wow! The first half of 2011 is nearly over. In this episode, we talk about midyear review and summer planning. Download the episode here.

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Making It All Work

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Wed, 18 May 2011 01:48:00 +0000

In this episode of the Virtual Study Group, longtime participant Ken Mattsson shares his insights and ah-hahs from attending David Allen's Making It All Work live seminar. Download the podcast here.

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Back to Basics: Setting Up and Maintaining a Trusted System

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 19:03:00 +0000

A lot of people really struggle with all the moving parts of GTD. In this episode, the VSG talks about how to set up a system and get it running so you can really begin to reap the benefits of your...

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Special edition! Interview with Jim Hopkinson, author of The Salary Tutor

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 14:21:00 +0000

One of the trickiest (and most critical) parts of getting a new job is the salary negotiation. Yet, the skills required are rarely taught. In this special edition interview, host Tara Rodden Robinson...

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

What happens if you get GTD wrong?

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 01:40:00 +0000

Is it possible to do GTD "wrong?" Are there any dangers of building a bad GTD practice? Listen in as the Virtual Study Group takes a look at ubiquitous capture, perfectionism, and getting stuck in...

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Using GTD to Implement New Behaviors

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 13:22:00 +0000

Trying to instill a new habit? Acquire a new skill? Build your knowledge? In this episode, the VSG takes on using GTD to implement new behaviors. Download the podcast here.

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Back to Basics: Roles, Responsibilities, and Areas of Focus

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 03:18:00 +0000

How do you use the 20K horizon of focus to get things done? We're back to basics in this episode. Listen as we talk about how to use 20K to set goals (30 and 40K), how 50K can help you define areas...

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Mentoring GTD

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Sat, 12 Feb 2011 00:49:00 +0000

Who helped you learn GTD? Have you wanted to help people around you acquire GTD skills? In this episode, the Virtual Study Group share tips, success stories, and much more. Download the podcast here.

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Special edition! Interview with best selling author Dan Goldie

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 18:50:00 +0000

In this special episode, learn about co-author of The Investment Answer, Dan Goldie. He talks about how writing this book with his best friend, the late Gordon Murray, changed his view on his "50K,"...

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Back to the Basics: Doing

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 13:31:00 +0000

Having trouble getting to the actual doing part of your GTD? Then you're in luck--in this episode, the Virtual Study Group tackles how to actually get things done. Download the podcast here.

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Making and keeping lists

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 01:40:00 +0000

Lists! In this first session of 2011, the Virtual Study Group talks about all things listing. What sorts of lists do you make? How do you use them? Get those lists actionable! A great session for...

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Happy Holidays!

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 20:47:00 +0000

Want to learn more about GTD? We're folks just like you--from all walks of life--sharing our tips, tricks, struggles and victories. Hear presentations, discussions and more about how to Get Things Done.

Paper-based GTD

tararoddenrobinson@gmail.com — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 03:08:00 +0000

Thinking about going back to good old paper for your GTD system? In this episode, we talk about how some folks use paper to keep their lives and work running smoothly. Download the podcast...

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