GP 13 – Clear Out Your Inboxes Daily
We are just about coming to the end of module 3: setting up the systems for the Get Productive Challenge. Next, we will be moving into an exact daily plan for getting stuff done. Before we do, there is an important daily habit that we need to discuss. As mentioned earlier on in this challenge, you ...
GP 12 – Setting Up WorkFlowy – A Simple Online Productivity Tool
Did you do your homework? If not, go back and do the steps before reading today's challenge! :) This module is all about taking simple steps. Each day builds upon the next. There is also a reason, principle, or law behind what we are doing (remember the last module about getting the mindset?). Today, I want ...
GP 11 – How to Setup Evernote Email to Capture Everything
I am a big believer in using Evernote. It is my favorite productivity tool by far. If you have yet to use Evernote, I would encourage you to try it. There is a free version with adequate space until you feel the need to upgrade. I am now a premium user and I use in ...
GP 10 – Capture Everything – Establishing Collection Buckets
We now move into an important part of the program. Today, we begin Module 3: Get the Systems. Over the next several days, we will be setting up a simple productivity system that will help you to double your productivity. Remember, the key to this entire process is to keep it simple. You will be tempted ...
GP 9 – The Principle of the Path – Direction Determines Destination
A few months back, I read one the most practical books on decision making that I have ever read. The Principle of the Path by Andy Stanley is an inspiring insight into a universal principle that exists in decision making. Whether you want to be or not you are headed toward a specific destination. All ...
GP 8 – The Principle of Momentum – Don’t Break the Chain
Momentum can be both incredibly powerful and incredibly elusive. If you have ever had times in your life or work when you felt momentum then you know what I mean. Maybe you have participated in team sports and felt when you had momentum in a game. I want to share with you the principle of ...
GP 7 – The Principle of Focus – How to Manage Distractions
Today, I want to share with you a principle that I believe is critically important. You must be proactive about finding times in your day when you are completely focused. I like to call them "focus sessions." I will be explaining how to set this up in a future post, but today I want to ...
GP 6 – Occam’s Law: The Simplest Solution is the Best Solution
Today I want to share with you another mindset that is extremely important for you to get. You need to get this productivity law deep down in your soul. If you do, you will save yourself time, energy and effort. In the video I share with you a practical example in my own life of ...
GP 5 – Parkinsons Law: How to Get Twice as Much Done Everyday!
I love to read and research about time management. There isn't a time management book that I have not picked up and at least looked through. I have seen every technique and idea that is out there. The law that I am about to share with you today is by far the most profound principle ...
GP4 – How to Set 90 Day Goals and Crush It!
If you are following along in our Get Productive Series, so far you will have: Day 1: Decluttered your creative work space Day 2: Decided on 6 or less "Areas of Focus" Day 3: Created a Simple Life Plan Remember, this week is all about getting organized. Not only have we organized our physical work space, but we are ...
