Getting Things Done Reflection

As the end of the of the semester comes to a close, David Allen's Getting Things Done comes to a close as well. Lets reflect on some of the most important takeaways from this novel. Create a Work space: This concept makes so much sense to me. I need to be sitting at a table … Continue reading Getting Things Done Reflection

Useful Tools for Organization – Todoist Review

As we have talked about every key to staying organized in previous posts, procrastination can still find a way to sneak up. Therefore, it is helpful to have tools that will diminish procrastination. Some individuals would rather keep everything organized using paper and writing things down. Others have moved digital. Whichever way you choose to … Continue reading Useful Tools for Organization – Todoist Review

Following The Workflow Diagram; Piecing Everything Together

As stated in the previous buckets post, in chapter 7, David Allen gives a standard process to following when clarifying your stuff on page 143. This is called the workflow diagram. The Workflow Diagram When first looking at this diagram, it could be overwhelming. However, in previous posts we have talked about every single part … Continue reading Following The Workflow Diagram; Piecing Everything Together

“Buckets”

Chapter seven of David Allen's Getting Things Done talks about organization and setting up "buckets." In a previous post, we talked about capturing and clarifying all of our "stuff" out of our mind. We also talked about the use of "containers" and organizing a workflow space. Now, we will bring all of these concepts together … Continue reading “Buckets”

Airbnb: An Outsiders Perspective

Over the recent years, Airbnb emerged from the shadows. However, I did not hear of it until just recently. Without knowing much about this concept, I decided to do a little research into Airbnb. What is Airbnb? Airbnb is "an online marketplace that connects people who want to rent out their homes with people who … Continue reading Airbnb: An Outsiders Perspective

Why Do We Travel?

Let's face facts, vacation is expensive. Going on a trip takes time to plan, time to save money, and time to travel to our destination and back home as well as time spent exploring our destination. So, why do we spend so much time and money and effort for months into a trip that will … Continue reading Why Do We Travel?

Clearing Your Mind – Capturing & Clarifying

Being a senior in college is one of the most exciting yet stressful times of one's entire college career. Floods of thoughts race through your mind as you search for possible internships and potential "big adult" careers. It is very easy to get discouraged. It will be really easy to lose your motivation and become … Continue reading Clearing Your Mind – Capturing & Clarifying

Traveling On A Budget – Weekend Adventures

Our bank accounts do not allow for unlimited traveling to anywhere we would like, unfortunately. However, traveling without breaking the bank is very possible, and very affordable. Here are some of my experiences and ideas of traveling on a budget. The Tip of the Iceberg When people think of vacation, we think of a cruise … Continue reading Traveling On A Budget – Weekend Adventures

Staying Organized – The Key to Travel

Whether traveling for a business or for a romantic weekend getaway, staying organized will be the key to have less stress as well as the best vacation possible; with weather permitting of course! Why do you need to be organized? Nobody plans on forgetting something that is needed on vacation. I have always heard from … Continue reading Staying Organized – The Key to Travel

YOU in the Making – The concept of Why

The word why is one of the most powerful words in the English language. Using one single word makes an individual go into detail about their thoughts and emotions about a certain topic. In one of my college classes we were asked, "Why are you here (in college)?" Most answers were "To get a degree." … Continue reading YOU in the Making – The concept of Why