Context Lists: The GTD Leap From To-Do to Doing
Ep. 335: Context-based Lists
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Resources & Recommendations
Tools & Software
- Nirvana - Julianne recently switched to this platform for managing her GTD system, appreciating its context-based approach. Chuck also uses it and highlighted its visual customizability and areas of focus feature.
- Microsoft Outlook - Julianne's new job uses this platform, which prompted her to switch her productivity system.
- Google Platforms - Julianne previously used these platforms in her old job.
- Todoist - Mariko uses Todoist for managing her lists, noting its visual appeal and suitability for sequential thinkers, especially as a Mac user.
- OmniFocus - Mariko explored this tool as a free option but ultimately settled on Todoist.
- Microsoft Word - Mentioned as an example of a software tool that users revisit the manual for as their needs and sophistication grow.
People Mentioned
- David Allen - The creator of the Getting Things Done (GTD) methodology, referenced for his insights on GTD mastery as a path, not a destination, and his creative writing context.
- Chuck - A participant in the office hours who provided insights into using Nirvana, including its visual customization and areas of focus.
- Julianne - A participant who shared her experience of transitioning to Nirvana and discovering the power of context-based lists.
- Mariko - A participant who shared her experience using Todoist and her coaching with Mary O'Malley for GTD foundation.
- Mary O'Malley - A GTD coach Mariko worked with for foundation coaching.
- Meg Edwards - Mentioned in conjunction with Mary O'Malley as coaches, and Mariko listened to her webinar on "keeping it clean."
Organizations & Institutions
- GTD Connect - The online community and resource hub where Julianne found setup guides for Nirvana and where many webinars and archived information are available.
Websites & Online Resources
- Webinars panel on the right side of GTD Connect pages - Where Julianne can find the registration link for an upcoming webinar on "super lists."
Other Resources
- "Super Lists" webinar - An upcoming live webinar focused on improving list management beyond basic GTD lists, scheduled for two weeks from the episode's recording.