Mastering GTD

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Which of the following is NOT a component of the GTD course?

  • Between-Session Application
  • Participant Toolkit
  • Virtual Classroom Sessions
  • Post-Training Support (correct)

What is the purpose of the GTD Toolkit?

  • To capture what you learn in the virtual classroom sessions (correct)
  • To provide post-training support
  • To share your ideas and questions with peers
  • To help you prepare for the subsequent session

How long does the post-training support last?

  • 2 weeks
  • 5 weeks (correct)
  • 1 week
  • 3 weeks

Which company owns the registered trademarks for GTD and Getting Things Done?

<p>David Allen Company (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the GTD methodology?

<p>To create stress-free productivity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action in the 'Capture' session of the GTD methodology?

<p>Collect everything that owns a piece of you (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'Mind Sweep' in the GTD methodology?

<p>A method to capture everything on your mind (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is strictly prohibited?

<p>Copying and reproducing the materials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of personal commitments/promises mentioned in the text?

<p>Commitments/promises to family, friend, or community (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be used to capture items when driving or on the run?

<p>Intelligent assistant on your phone (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many capture tools does the text recommend using?

<p>Three or four (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to capture inputs according to the text?

<p>Using your memory (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Mind Sweep mentioned in the text?

<p>To clear your mind (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two options for non-actionable items?

<p>Trash and Incubate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to minimize the number of capture locations or tools?

<p>To prevent inputs from falling through the cracks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text recommend doing when something is on your mind, you receive an input, or make a commitment?

<p>Capture it immediately (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do with non-actionable items that you want to keep for reference purposes?

<p>File them (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if the next action is yours and you can do it in two minutes or less?

<p>Do it now (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if the next action is yours but it cannot be done in two minutes or less?

<p>Do it soon (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it more efficient to process the most recent item first when your capture tools are full?

<p>Because of dated discussion threads that have accumulated (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest you do when you pick something up or start reading an item in your capture tool?

<p>Decide what to do about it and where it goes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to record dates on items that you delegate?

<p>To keep track of the items you delegate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of non-actionable items mentioned in the text?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a context for Next Actions Lists?

<p>Calls @Work (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of information belongs on your calendar according to the text?

<p>Time-specific information (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Waiting For list?

<p>To keep track of actions and responses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action in the 'Capture' session of the GTD methodology?

<p>Write down all tasks and commitments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the GTD methodology?

<p>To increase productivity and reduce stress (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be organized in lists other than your calendar?

<p>Workflow (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which company owns the registered trademarks for GTD and Getting Things Done?

<p>The answer is not provided in the text (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of actionable items in the GTD system?

<p>They help you determine the next action to be taken (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended time frame for achieving an empty inbox in the GTD system?

<p>Every 24-48 hours (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of clarifying in the GTD system?

<p>To decide on what your work is (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach to organizing actions in the GTD system?

<p>Organize them in a personalized system of lists (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 2-Minute Rule imply?

<p>It is efficient to deal with items that take two minutes or less immediately. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'get to zero'?

<p>Clarify all inputs and make decisions about what should happen next. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'decide-not-to-decide' system mentioned in the text?

<p>To remove an issue from your mind by incubating it. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for clarifying regularly?

<p>Strive to 'get to zero' but be aware that you can't clarify all the time. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which filing system should you maintain for paper and digital inputs?

<p>Separate filing systems for paper and digital inputs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How full should you keep your file drawers?

<p>Around 75% full (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should you purge your digital and/or paper files?

<p>Only when necessary (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a recommended way to reduce anxiety while waiting for a response?

<p>Use a consistent format (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information should be included in your Waiting For list?

<p>The most vital information including who, what, and when (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What questions should be answered to put your mind at ease when waiting for a response?

<p>Who, what, and when (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a recommended way to reduce anxiety while waiting for a response?

<p>Using a consistent format for your Waiting For list (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do with non-actionable items that you want to keep for reference purposes?

<p>Put them in a separate folder (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information should be included in your Waiting For list?

<p>The names of the people, the tasks, and the due dates (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a recommended practice for maintaining a digital reference system?

<p>Title and move a digital file in less than 60 seconds. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of adding items to your Someday/Maybe list?

<p>To get items off of your mind. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should you add an item to your Waiting For list?

<p>When you're worried about someone's response or action. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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