Some people think that GTD is the best system out there to get yourself organized, and some other people think that it is not the best system for creative people. PaulGardner.info offers some ideas why GTD IS for creative people. Here is the list:
- It’s a flexible methodology only and is open to creative implementation;
- It has the ability to be implemented very simply;
- Creative people often have non-creative parts of their life or job that need doing;
- Creativity can be stifled by worry about undone things;
- GTD opens up more time to be devoted to creative interests;
- GTD helps you focus on “short bursts” of creative activity;
- GTD helps you formulate a “To Not Do” list; and
- GTD helps you focus on what’s really important to you.
Speaking of organization tactics for creative people, I really suggest this book “Organizing for the Creative Person“, it is great.
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#1 written by Bacarli May 3rd, 2009 at 16:34
My favorite way of using the GTD concept is with plugins. For Outlook, I use Outlook Track-It, which is a followup email reminder addon. Things like this could help a business, or if you’re a creative person, just your life in general.
#2 written by Dan May 20th, 2009 at 05:57
For implementing GTD you can use this web-based application:
http://www.Gtdagenda.com
You can use it to manage your goals, projects and tasks, set next actions and contexts, use checklists, schedules and a calendar.
A mobile version is available too.