Getting started with Getting Things Done

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Here you will find everything you need to know about getting started with Getting Things Done. In addition, there is in-depth guides on how to set up Todoist as your GTD tool. This page will continue to grow over time.

Understanding Getting Things Done

Here are some basic instructions that will help you getting started with Getting Things Done. As Always, I recommend people to read David Allen’s book Getting Things Done – The art of stress-free productivity, prior to getting started with Getting Things Done.

Getting Things Done (GTD) – What is it?

Getting Things Done is a productivity methodology described in the book Getting Things Done - The Art of Stress-Free Productivity, by David Allen. The methodology ...
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Getting started with GTD – 7 easy steps

At first, getting started with GTD may seem like a complicated task. Trust me, it is not difficult if you follow these steps. Getting ...
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10 mistakes that stop you from succeeding with GTD, and how to avoid them

Succeeding with GTD is not very difficult if you do the right things in the right order. This is a list of the most common ...
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The 5 steps of GTD and the tools I use in each step

Here I'll cover the 5 steps of GTD and the tools I use in each step. These five steps are the backbone of any GTD ...
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GTD weekly review

The weekly review is at the core of any successful GTD practice. Here you will learn why this is so important, and how to succeed with your weekly review.

GTD Weekly Review – Your most important task of the week

Many people struggle with their GTD weekly review. I know, I used to be one of them. The weekly review is maybe the hardest part ...
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How to make your weekly review a habit

The weekly review is the single most important element in the Getting Things Done methodology. This will make or break your productivity and, ultimately, your chance ...
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Setting up Todoist as your GTD tool

Detailed information on how to set up Todoist as your GTD tool. These posts are not only a describing how to set up the Todoist software but also how to implement and use the different aspects of GTD in combination with Todoist.

There is no app that will make you do GTD, but there are a few good apps that can support your implementation of Getting Things Done and that, in the end, will help you to get better at doing GTD.

Getting started with Todoist: Settings, karma, projects, labels and filters

Getting started with Todoist is easy, just read this blog post. Here, you will find an overview of the most ...
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38 keyboard shortcuts that will improve productivity in Todoist and Evernote

Here are keyboard shortcuts that will improve productivity in Todoist, and Evernote. This is part two of a mini-series about keyboard shortcuts ...
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My Todoist GTD setup – Part 2: Weekly Review and Focus Horizons

The Weekly Review is a fundamental component in GTD. Next up, when you master the basics, you should start thinking ...
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My Todoist GTD setup – Part 1: Projects, contexts, and actions

Having a good digital tool to help you organize your Getting Things Done system is essential. In this post, I'm ...
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Get more out of Todoist

Todoist is a really a set of apps and applications that will help you to get productive on all major platforms. In addition, Todoist offers a myriad of integrations, all designed to support your productivity needs. Here is a few tips & tricks to get the most out of this awesome tool.

12 reasons why you should get Todoist Premium

If you are doing GTD, there is really no way you can do without Todoist Premium. Even if you don't, location-based reminders, task comments, and ...
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10 tips for getting the most out of Todoist

Todoist is a powerful tool if you take the time to learn all of the features in the different apps, add-ins, and other integrations. Here ...
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Todoist Karma – A step counter for your productivity

The best way to explain the concept of Todoist Karma is to compare it with a step counter. Karma works because it enforces the use of ...
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The ultimate guide to Todoist filters

Here you will find everything worth knowing about Todoist filters. Filters are a great tool, both when you need an overview and when you need ...
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All you need to know about GTD Horizons of Focus

Ready to take Getting Things Done to the next level? Now that you have finished getting started with Getting Things Done, the time has com to set up your framework for managing your future. GTD Horizons of Focus may seem a bit daunting at first, but trust me. The return on investment is huge.