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Capture

Capture

Establish a reliable system to collect all tasks, ideas, and commitments. This could be a physical inbox, a digital tool, or a combination of both. The goal is to ensure that nothing is left to memory, freeing the mind for more focused thinking.

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Clarify

Clarify

For each captured item, clarify what the next actionable step is. If a task takes less than two minutes to complete, do it immediately. If it requires more time or planning, decide on the next specific action needed to move it forward. This eliminates ambiguity and makes tasks more manageable.

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Organize

Organize

Once clarified, organize tasks into categories. Use context lists to group tasks based on the tools, location, or energy level required to complete them. Prioritize tasks based on importance and urgency, and maintain separate lists for different aspects of your life or work.

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Reflect

Reflect

Regularly review your task lists to stay on top of commitments. Conduct a weekly review to reassess priorities, update lists, and ensure that everything is in order. Reflecting on your tasks and commitments helps prevent things from slipping through the cracks.

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Engage

Engage

With a well-organized system in place, engage with your tasks in a focused and present manner. Make decisions on what to work on based on your current context and priorities. By having a clear system, you can confidently choose the most important and impactful task at any given moment.

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"Getting Things Done" (GTD) by David Allen is a time management and productivity methodology that provides a systematic approach to organizing tasks, managing commitments, and reducing stress.

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