The GTD® Virtual Study Group

240: Future Planning for Horizons 3 and 4

23 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Horizons of Focus can often be the hardest piece of GTD to grasp. They can seem elusive and amorphous. Today, the VSG shares how we have defined t...

239: The Strategic Value of Clear Space

09 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Wrapping up our discussions around the #GTDSummit, we cover The Strategic Value of Clear Space. This conversation covers everything from being in the ...

238: There Are No Problems, Only Projects

26 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for a dive into one of the main topics of the GTD Summit — "There are no problems, only projects". We got all philosophical on this one! It'...

237: GTD Summit 2019 Day Two Recap

12 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This is the recap for Day Two of the #GTDSummit which happened in Amsterdam in June 2019. The theme of the Summit from David Allen: The strategic valu...

236: GTD Summit 2019 Day One Recap

28 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

So the #GTDSummit 2019 just happened in Amsterdam. And, WOW, was it awesome! By popular request, we're doing a recap of the summit. In this episode we...

235: Working with Fear

24 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fear can stop you in your tracks. It can hide in your projects and your next actions. It can be lurking in your higher horizons. In this episode we re...

234: Trusted System Failure

21 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes our systems fail. It could be user error, it could be technology, it could be an unexpected emotional landmine. The VSG dives in and tries t...

233: Someday/Maybe

20 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What does Someday/Maybe really mean? Is it Someday? Maybe? In this episode we re-examine Someday/Maybe and dive into how we set up our systems around ...

232: Renegotiations

19 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We all have to renegotiate at times — tasks, projects, agreements, commitments, etc. Join us for this chat on renegotiations of all sorts. Enjoy! Of...

231: Breathing New Life Into Your System

18 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Does your system need a breath of new life or resuscitation? The VSG shares how they tackle this when it's needed. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study...

230: Spring Cleaning

17 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes our systems need a spring cleaning, or just a little TLC to remove friction. In this episode we dive into our best tips and tricks for this....

229: Time Blocking

14 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Can time blocking, time chunking, or time stacking help you get things done more efficiently or effectively? We dive into the subject on this episode ...

228: Read Later, Etc.

13 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How do you manage all your read later, watch later, consume later type stuff, like articles, videos, podcasts, periodicals, subscriptions, blogs, webi...

227: Project Reference & Support Materials

12 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Project Support Materials. Everyone has a different way of handling this all important piece of the GTD® puzzle. The VSG shares how they do it with t...

226: Waiting For

11 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Waiting For is such an important part of the GTD® Methodology. In this episode, we share our tips and tricks for managing Waiting For for ourselves a...

225: Higher Horizons

10 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Big goals and life changes… the thing of Higher Horizons! We deep dive into this topic on this episode. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group we...

224: Year End Review and Higher Horizons

07 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The end of year is a great time to reflect and plan for the next year. It's also the perfect time to revisit, and possibly reimagine, your higher hori...

223: System Tweaks

06 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes our systems need a little tweak. Sometimes they don't. We dive into the topic on this episode of the GTD® VSG. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtua...

222: System Maintenance

05 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How do you stay on track and keep your GTD® system maintained? Hear how the GTD® VSG does it. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: htt...

221: Reviews of All Kinds

04 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How often do you Review? In this episode we discuss reviews of all kind. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

220: GTD Tips

03 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

GTD Tips and Tricks Galore!!! Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

219: Challenges

31 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about life, work, and productivity challenges (like your email app being shut down) in this episode of the GTD® Virtual Study Group. Enjoy! O...

218: Engage

30 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The GTD® VSG discusses the Engage step of GTD® in this episode. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

217: Ask The VSG

29 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Ask The VSG we cover what to do when your beloved apps get changed or dropped and the impact of that on your GTD® workflow. We als...

216: Using GTD To Work With Others

28 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Don't you wish everyone you work with was also practicing GTD®? In this episode of GTD® VSG, we talk about collaborating with others and using our G...

215: Self Discipline

27 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How do you keep up your GTD® system and right the wagon when the wheels have flown off? In this episode of GTD® VSG, we discuss strategies and techn...

214: How to Trust Your System

24 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do you trust your system? Listen to this episode for tips and tricks on how to trust your system and really stick with it. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtu...

213: Reducing Drag

23 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How do you reduce drag in your GTD® system? We share some our favorite tips and tricks on this call. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group websit...

212: Establishing Flow

22 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Getting into the flow... Today we talk about how we all maximize it and get things done. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtd...

211: Perspective

21 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Getting perspective can be hard, especially when you're deep in the weeds. In this episode we talk about getting and keeping perspective and just how ...

210: Evernote

20 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Do you use Evernote as part of your GTD system? You may want to consider it, if not! Hear how other GTDer's are using it in this episode of the GTD® ...

209: Accountability

17 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we chat about Accountability. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

118: Getting Things Done with Evernote Ambassador, Bryan Lee

16 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel Gold was invited to be interviewed by Bryan Lee, the Evernote Ambassador for Fitness in Singapore, for his Google+ Hangout/podcast, LaunchByte....

208: Struggle with Processing

16 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk about the ever-present struggle with processing. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

207: Intuition - Trusting the Gut from Daily Actions to Horizons

15 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk about tuning into intuition and how that applies to our GTD practice. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http...

206: Tools / Hybrid Systems

14 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss Hybrid Systems and a bunch of tools that help us get things done. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http:/...

205: Dealing With a Huge Backlog

13 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the causes and cures for dealing with a huge backlog. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

204: Get Creative

10 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the Get Creative portion of the Weekly Review. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

203: Using Outlook for GTD

09 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a deep dive into using Outlook as your task management system. Helpful to those using Outlook or any other app or suite of apps ...

202: How To Get Started... and Keep Up the Momentum

08 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss getting started with your system and keeping up the momentum. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtd...

201: GTD and Planning for the Next Year

07 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss GTD and planning for the new year ahead. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

200: Keeping On Track Daily

06 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss how to stay on track with your GTD System when things seem crazy. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http:/...

199: Mid-term Projects

03 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss managing longer term projects. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

198: Long-term Project Planning

02 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we dig into how to plan for longer term projects. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

197: Engaging with Horizons of Focus

01 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss engaging with the Horizons of Focus. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

196: Waiting For

30 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the topic of Waiting For. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

195: How has your GTD practice changed over time?

29 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the question of, 'how has your GTD practice changed over time?'. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://...

194: Checklists

26 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss a super popular topic -- Checklists. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

193: Reviews

25 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the ever popular topic of Reviews. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

192: Transitions

24 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss life transitions. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

191: Daily Planning

23 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the topic of Planning your day. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

190: Falling Off the Bandwagon

22 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the falling off the GTD bandwagon and getting back on. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

189: Scuzz Factor

19 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss our GTD systems and the scuzz factor. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

188: Struggles & GTD

18 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss our struggles & GTD. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

187: Integrations in GTD

17 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss integrating other tools/systems into your GTD practice. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.co...

186: Daily Review

12 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss Daily Reviews. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

185: Trusting Your System

08 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss trusting your system. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

184: Project Planning

18 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss project planning. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

182: Managing Email

14 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the ever popular topic of Email and our tips and tricks for being more GTD with it. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Gro...

183: Managing Your Time

14 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the ever popular topic of time management. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

181: Weekly Review Steps

10 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we walk through the steps of the weekly review, one by one. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

180: Introspection

10 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss introspection and planning. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

179: Horizons of Focus

20 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the ever popular topic of Horizons of Focus. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

178: Prepping for the end of 2016

11 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss prepping for the end of the year. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

177: Collaboration Practicing GTD with Others

06 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss practicing GTD with others. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

176: Ask the VSG!

29 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we Ask the VSG all sorts of questions around GTD. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

175: New Toys

15 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the ever popular topic of new toys for productivity. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

174: The Path of GTD Mastery

01 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss The Path of GTD Mastery, Chapter 15 and Conclusion to Getting Things Done by David Allen. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Stu...

173: Power of Outcome Focusing

25 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss Chapter 13 of David Allen's Getting Things Done — the Power of Outcome Focusing. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Grou...

172: Power of the Next-Action Decision

18 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the Power of the Next Action Decision, Chapter 12 of Getting Things Done by David Allen. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Stud...

171: Power of the Capturing Habit

11 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the Power of the Capturing Habit, Chapter 11 from David Allen's Getting Things Done. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Gr...

170: Getting Projects Under Control

04 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss Getting Projects Under Control, Chapter 10 of Getting Things Done by David Allen. Official GTD® Virtual Study Group websit...

169: Engaging: Making the Best Action Choices

01 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the topic of Engaging: Making the Best Choices. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

GTDVSG is back!

30 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

GTDVSG is back! Actually, the calls have been going strong, but we've had a hiatus from posting episodes to the podcast feed. Luckily, there's plenty ...

168: Reflecting: Keeping it All Fresh and Functional

09 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss Reflecting: Keeping it All Fresh and Functional. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

167: Organizing: Setting Up the Right Baskets

28 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the ever popular topic of setting up the right baskets. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.co...

166: Clarifying: Getting In to Empty

09 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about getting In to empty. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com Resources from the call: Workf...

165: Capturing: Corralling Your Stuff

09 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the ever popular topic of Capturing. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com Resources from th...

164: GTD Task Management Tools

26 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss the ever popular topic of GTD Task Management Tools! Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com ...

163: Setting Up: Time, Space, and Tools

25 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

163: Setting Up: Time, Space, and Tools In this episode we discuss getting started with GTD -- setting up the time, space, and tools! Official GTD® V...

162: Five Phases of Project Planning

14 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the Natural Planning Model. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

161: Five Steps of Mastering Workflow

13 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss the Five Steps of Mastering Workflow, from Chapter 2 of Getting Things Done by David Allen. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual ...

160: Accountability — Self & With Others

19 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss accountability to ourselves and with others. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

159: Ask the VSG!

19 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss a bunch of great GTD topics by Asking the VSG! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com Resources from...

158: Setting Your New Goals In Motion

15 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about setting our new goals for 2016 in motion. Getting those projects planned and next actions set. Enjoy! Official GTD® Vir...

157: Big Changes, Year End/Begin Planning, and Annual Reviews

01 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the ever popular topic of Big Changes (like starting a business), Year End/Begin Planning, and annual reviews. Enjoy! Offic...

156: Working From Zero

01 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the ever popular topic of Working From Zero. Clearing inboxes (both email and task management system) in a way that support...

155: Hitting Reset

01 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the ever popular topic of hitting reset. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

154: Motivating

01 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss self-motivation, both in life and in our GTD systems. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

153: Capture Tools

01 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the ever popular topic of Capture Tools for GTD. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

152: Contexts

31 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Another great conversation around contexts. Who doesn’t love this topic?! Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

151: Calendars

25 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

A great conversation around Calendars. Hard and soft landscapes. What works for you? I think you’ll enjoy this one! Apologies, I did everything I co...

150: Project Planning

19 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss Project Planning. It's a good one! Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

149: Capture - Corralling Your Stuff

18 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the ever popular topic of Capture - Corralling Your Stuff. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg...

148: Clarifying - Getting in to Empty - What does it look like?

04 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the ever popular topic of Clarifying and Getting IN to EMPTY. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtd...

147: Using Higher Horizons to Generate Next Actions

26 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Always an interesting, if not hard to talk about, subject. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

146: Horizon of Focus - Areas of Focus & Accountabilities

11 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Great episode covering the Second Horizon of Focus — Areas of Focus & Accountability. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdv...

145: Getting Over System Overwhelm

08 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss getting over system overwhelm. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com

144: Doing (or Engaging)

28 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the ever popular topic of Doing. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual Study Group website: http://gtdvsg.com Resources from the ca...

143: System Overhaul

14 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about revitalizing your system — declaring bankruptcy or breathing new life into your GTD system. Enjoy! Official GTD® Virtual ...