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?

David Allen Company Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the GTD methodology?

To create stress-free productivity Signup and view all the answers

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

Collect everything that owns a piece of you Signup and view all the answers

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

A method to capture everything on your mind Signup and view all the answers

What is strictly prohibited?

Copying and reproducing the materials Signup and view all the answers

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

Commitments/promises to family, friend, or community Signup and view all the answers

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

Intelligent assistant on your phone Signup and view all the answers

How many capture tools does the text recommend using?

Three or four Signup and view all the answers

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

Using your memory Signup and view all the answers

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

To clear your mind Signup and view all the answers

What are the two options for non-actionable items?

Trash and Incubate Signup and view all the answers

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

To prevent inputs from falling through the cracks 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?

Capture it immediately Signup and view all the answers

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

File them 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?

Do it now 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?

Do it soon Signup and view all the answers

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

Because of dated discussion threads that have accumulated 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?

Decide what to do about it and where it goes Signup and view all the answers

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

To keep track of the items you delegate Signup and view all the answers

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

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

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

Calls @Work Signup and view all the answers

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

Time-specific information Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Waiting For list?

To keep track of actions and responses Signup and view all the answers

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

Write down all tasks and commitments Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the GTD methodology?

To increase productivity and reduce stress Signup and view all the answers

What should be organized in lists other than your calendar?

Workflow Signup and view all the answers

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

The answer is not provided in the text Signup and view all the answers

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

They help you determine the next action to be taken Signup and view all the answers

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

Every 24-48 hours Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of clarifying in the GTD system?

To decide on what your work is Signup and view all the answers

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

Organize them in a personalized system of lists Signup and view all the answers

What does the 2-Minute Rule imply?

It is efficient to deal with items that take two minutes or less immediately. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'get to zero'?

Clarify all inputs and make decisions about what should happen next. Signup and view all the answers

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

To remove an issue from your mind by incubating it. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for clarifying regularly?

Strive to 'get to zero' but be aware that you can't clarify all the time. Signup and view all the answers

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

Separate filing systems for paper and digital inputs Signup and view all the answers

How full should you keep your file drawers?

Around 75% full Signup and view all the answers

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

Only when necessary Signup and view all the answers

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

Use a consistent format Signup and view all the answers

What information should be included in your Waiting For list?

The most vital information including who, what, and when Signup and view all the answers

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

Who, what, and when Signup and view all the answers

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

Using a consistent format for your Waiting For list Signup and view all the answers

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

Put them in a separate folder Signup and view all the answers

What information should be included in your Waiting For list?

The names of the people, the tasks, and the due dates Signup and view all the answers

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

Title and move a digital file in less than 60 seconds. Signup and view all the answers

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

To get items off of your mind. Signup and view all the answers

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

When you're worried about someone's response or action. Signup and view all the answers

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

What is the purpose of the GTD Toolkit?

How long does the post-training support last?

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

What is the purpose of the GTD methodology?

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

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

What is strictly prohibited?

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

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

How many capture tools does the text recommend using?

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

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

What are the two options for non-actionable items?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

What is the purpose of the Waiting For list?

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

What is the purpose of the GTD methodology?

What should be organized in lists other than your calendar?

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

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

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

What is the purpose of clarifying in the GTD system?

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

What does the 2-Minute Rule imply?

What does it mean to 'get to zero'?

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

What is the recommended approach for clarifying regularly?

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

How full should you keep your file drawers?

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

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

What information should be included in your Waiting For list?

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

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

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

What information should be included in your Waiting For list?

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

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

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

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