GTD

November 11, 2024 | permanent

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Getting Things Done #

Popularized by David Allen

Workflow #

                                   +-------+
                                    |"STUFF"|
                                    +---+---+
                                        |
                                    +---v---+
                                    | INBOX |
                                    +---+---+
                                        |              Eliminate  +-----------+
                                        |            +----------->|  Trash    |
                                 +------v------+     |            +-----------+
                                 | What is it? |     |
                                 +------+------+     |            +-----------+
                                        |            | Incubate   |  Someday/ |
                                        |            +----------->|   Maybe   |
+----------+  YES (multi-step)   +------v------+  NO |            +-----------+
| Projects |<--------------------|    Is it    |-----+
+-+----^---+                     | Actionable? |     | File       +-----------+
  |    |   +----------------+    +------+------+     +----------->| Reference |
  |    |        Review for  |           |                         +-----------+
+-v----+---+     Actions    |           |
| Planning |                +---------->| YES
+----------+                            |
                                 +------v------+     Less than
                       Delegate  | What's the  |     2 minutes    +-----------+
                     +-----------+    NEXT     +----------------->|   DO IT   |
                     |           |   Action?   |                  +-----------+
                     |           +------+------+
                     |                  |
                     |                  | FOR ME:
                     |                  |         Specific Date or Time
                     |                  +-------------------------------+
                     |              ASAP|                               |
               +-----v-----+      +-----v-----+                   +-----v-----+
               |           |      |           |                   |           |
               |           |      |           |                   |           |
               |           |      |           |                   |           |
               |           |      |           |                   |           |
               |           |      |           |                   |           |
               +-----------+      +-----------+                   +-----------+
                Waiting For        Next Actions                      Calendar

GTD Workflow in Emacs (Doom Emacs Edition) #

This section outlines how to use `org-gtd` in Emacs to implement the Getting Things Done (GTD) methodology, along with the corresponding keybindings for Doom Emacs.

Step 1: Capture #

The first step is to capture everything—ideas, tasks, commitments—into your system. This ensures that nothing slips through the cracks.

Keybinding: `v c`
Command: `org-gtd-capture`
Description: Opens a capture template to quickly add tasks or ideas to your GTD inbox. Use this frequently to keep your system up-to-date.

Step 2: Process Inbox #

After capturing, the next step is to process everything in the inbox and decide what needs to be done.

Keybinding: `v p`
Command: `org-gtd-process-inbox`
Description: Processes all items in the inbox.
- You will clarify,
- categorize, or
- delegate tasks during this step.

Step 3: Clarify #

Clarification involves determining the next action for each task or idea and organizing it into the appropriate category.

Keybinding: `v i`
Command: `org-gtd-clarify-item`
Description: Clarifies a specific item from any `org-mode` heading. Use this when you want to refine and organize a particular task.
Keybinding: `v a`
Command: `org-gtd-clarify-agenda-item`
Description: Allows you to clarify tasks directly from the `org-agenda` view.
Keybinding: `v b`
Command: `org-gtd-clarify-switch-to-buffer`
Description: Switch back to the clarify buffer for organizing. This is helpful for managing the state when you’re in a clarify session.

Step 4: Organize #

Now that you’ve clarified the tasks, you need to organize them into projects, next actions, or reference materials.

Keybinding: `v o`
Command: `org-gtd-organize`
Description: Organize tasks based on their actions, deadlines, or contexts. This step ensures all items are filed in the right place.

Step 5: Engage #

Once your tasks are organized, it’s time to engage with them. This means focusing on tasks based on context, time, and energy available.

Keybinding: `v e`
Command: `org-gtd-engage`
Description: Review and engage with the tasks you need to focus on. This command will help you take action on your current priorities.

Step 6: Review #

Regular reviews are crucial to make sure your system is up-to-date and nothing has been forgotten.

Keybinding: `v f`
Command: `org-gtd-oops`
Description: Check for any mistakes or misfiled tasks, ensuring that everything is categorized correctly.
Keybinding: `v f`
Command: `org-gtd-review-area-of-focus`
Description: Review your areas of focus to make sure your tasks and projects are aligned with your broader goals.

GTD