Ep. 162: GTD® Weekly Review 3

This podcast episode emphasizes the importance of the weekly review and project list in achieving stress-free productivity. Regularly updating and conducting thorough reviews of the project list helps to identify missing next actions and prioritize projects. Adapting to changing priorities, marking off completed projects, and defining new ones are crucial for success. The weekly review is an opportunity to catch up on undefined projects and determine commitment levels. Detailed project management, integrating project reviews into daily routines, and clarifying action steps are important for reducing stress and ensuring successful outcomes. The chapter also highlights the value of checklists, list management, and utilizing Someday Maybe lists for long-term goals and ideas. Strategic grouping within lists, mind maps, and imagery contribute to creativity and productivity. Overall, the chapter emphasizes the power of the weekly review and effective list management in personal and professional success. Takeaways • The project list is not just a to-do list but a reflection tool to define successful outcomes. • Regularly updating the project list and conducting thorough reviews helps identify missing next actions and projects needing more attention. • Trust in the incubation list for future projects and make decisions about whether to delete, delegate, or incubate a project. • Adapt to changing priorities by marking off completed projects and defining new ones. • The weekly review is an opportunity to catch up on undefined projects and determine commitment levels. • Detailed project management, integrating project reviews into daily routines, and clarifying action steps help reduce stress and ensure successful outcomes. • Checklists can be valuable tools to ensure completion of specific tasks or preparations. Customized checklists enhance the efficiency of the weekly review. • Someday Maybe lists are a repository for ideas and projects that are not currently actionable. They provide a space for future exploration and relieve internal pressure. • Categorization and strategic grouping within large lists help in managing and organizing effectively. • The power of incubation and imagery in the Someday Maybe list can lead to significant achievements and ideas. • The weekly review process enhances creativity, provides relief, clarity, and inspiration for making different choices. • Being creative and courageous in the weekly review helps reignite creative sparks and generate new ideas.