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Podcast: David Allen - The Art of Work vs. the Work You Do
David answers the question, "Do I need a customized version of GTD for my organization?" What are best practices that apply to all? Click here to listen now or click here to download. (mp3, 4:47). For access to all previous podcasts, check out our complete podcast feed.
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Podcast: David Allen - Getting Started with GTD
David Allen shares his tips for getting started with GTD. A great dose of guidance on what to do to get your Getting Things Done system off the ground. Click here to listen now or click here to download. (mp3, 4:53). For access to all previous podcasts, check out our complete podcast feed.
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Podcast: David Allen - Making It All Work
In this podcast, recorded for "Inside Personal Growth," David shares the keys from his book Making It All Work: Winning at the Game of Work and Business of Life. Click here to listen now or click here to download. (mp3, 33:17). For access to all previous podcasts, check out our complete podcast feed.
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Member Exclusive: Presentation For Colleagues
Hi,
After working with the GTD methodology for about two years now, my way of working and being on top of things is being noticed by my boss and colleagues.
On multiple occasions, I explained to them that it is GTD that helps me in my work and personal life and have pointed them to the book. ...
Member Exclusive: David Allen On Twitter
GTD essence: attention cleared of residue & distraction, pointed at the right thing.
Member Exclusive: New Coaches' Chat Feature
Hi Members,
A fun new way to learn from the DAC Coaches is the new "Coaches' Chat" feature. I am doing informal, phone chats with them on topics that members often ask us about. The first one is with Wayne on Someday/Maybe. Next one up will be with Danny Bader on change & GTD. I'll post them ...
GTD Times: WSJ takes a look at GTD - the "reigning gorilla"
The Wall Street Journal took a closer look at the phenomenon of Getting Things Done. They also reviewed some time management approaches like Covey and The Pomodoro Technique. While there are quite a few differences in each of the 3 (GTD is actually not time management and much different than what the other 2 approaches are intended to do), it's a good, quick read. Here's a link to the article.
GTD Times: Develop and Maintain Successful Business Relationships with GTD
 Readers of my site know that I am a big fan of David Allen's "Getting Things Done" methodology, which the cool kids call "GTD" (see my 5 must read business books post).
GTD for some is a life changer. I can tell you that I personally went from work drawers full of paper piles to an organized filing system and, every once in a while, a clear desk. But GTD isn't about organization. It's about capturing your commitments in a trusted system and using your now free brain to make decisions about what you should be doing right this instant.
When people ask me to recommend a tool for keeping up with business contacts, I don't have a piece of software I recommend, but rather a systematic approach that could be used in a variety of programs or even on paper.
Let me explain. You may find yourself at a business function. It could be a meeting, a local event, or a national conference. You will probably meet new people, have a few conversations, make a few light-hearted promises, and collect a pocket full of business cards. The meeting is not where people experience the most stress, it's the next day. The next day you get back to your desk, open your drawer, and throw in a pile of cards. You'll deal with them later, right?
If you are trying to develop or grow a professional network, this is a huge mistake. What GTD teaches you is that each one of those cards is a mental commitment you've made with yourself. You'll spend more time and energy worrying about , "who was that guy I met?" and "what did I say I would send her?" then you will if you just process the cards right away.
Instead of throwing those cards in your drawer, get yourself a card scanner (they are cheap). Scan those cards into whatever system you use (Outlook, Apple Address book, Lotus Notes, day planner, etc.)
As you verify the scanned information for each card, do a brain dump into the notes section. Where did you meet this person? What did you talk about? Capture every bit of information or minor detail about this person you can. Get it all out of your head.
Now ask yourself whether there are any "next actions" related to this person. If there are, capture them in your next actions list.
Example: "look for old boating book for Ned Smith"
If it is your desired outcome to develop a meaningful and productive business relationship with this person, create a project on your projects list called "Relationships: Ned Smith." That way you have captured your desired outcome somewhere you can review it. During each weekly review, you can determine the next action needed to move that relationship forward.
The GTD system recommends that you have a series of lists you review on a regular basis. One list you should have is a relationship "hit list." This is a list of your 10-15 most important business contacts. You should review this list monthly to make sure you "ping" each of these contacts (send them a note, call them, take them to lunch) at least once per month.
 Using GTD will improve your ability to develop and maintain successful business relationships. Get those cards out of your drawer. Get those commitments out of your head. And get them into a trusted system.
Matt Handal is a marketing professional who offers actionable advice on marketing, business development, and productivity at www.HelpEverybodyEveryday.com. He is an avid GTD'er and can be reached by email.
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