I wanted to share some of the key points I have (so far) gotten out of reading "Getting things done" by David Allen (copy soon to be available in the library).
- React to problems like water - when drops (big or small) hit you, acknowledge the ripples (problems) then let them dissipate around you as you deal with them.
- Our minds can only handle around 7 things at once (give or take 2). If you are trying to remember more than this you will become stressed.
- Aspects of self-management (aim for Master & Commander - mmm, Russell Crowe):
- Two models for organising your "stuff":
* Mastering Workflow:
- Collect (1 - 6 hours)
- Process (clarify)
- Organise (prioritise)
- Review
- Do
* Horizons of focus:
- 50,000 feet - your purpose and principles
- 40,000 feet - your vision
- 30,000 feet - your goals and objectives
- 20,000 feet - your areas of focus/responsibility
- 10,000 feet - your current projects
- ground/runway - your next actions (START HERE) - Work / Life Balance is a myth - it is all just "doing"
Puts things a little into perspective.
