GTD
Procrastination List, Classic and Hipster sized
Submitted by civil on Thu, 2009-06-11 00:11.Everyone has their favorite addition to the GTD system. Mine is the Procrastination List, a place to park things I am resisting, without having to grow numb to the entire pile through unnecessary guilt (did I: do the Weekly Review/ask the correct questions/ask "why" enough/blah, blah, etc). This allows me to empty my mind of everything in it without being hindered by items I simply cannot decide on right now.
The inspiration for this came from discussions in GTD forums about moving email you are resisting to a "pending" folder, rather than leaving it in the "Inbox", thus leading you to resist the whole thing. This led me to get a physical "pending" box (a see through crate) for my apartment (in addition to the "Inbox"), and eventually to this template.
All three ("pending" email, crate, and template) work very well, for me at least.
By the GTD definition, anything you don't decide to move on, is a SomedayMaybe. The problem with that is that the S/M is not a daily review list, while the Procrastination List must be reviewed more often than weekly, of necessity, or it will automatically become a S/M, or worse, a "never".
Also, items in S/M are things you feel comfortable not doing anything about yet, while the Procrastination List reminds of things you want to move on, while not letting them get in your way right now.
I have created it in two sizes, classic and hipster (I use both). The file formatting of the classic size below is freely based on the work of hofsanoj's "Next Step List-Advanced" (great template by the way).
The main two columns are "What is it" and "Why". This template size includes a few contexts just in case my mind unfreezes and I actually make some decisions (calls, errands, at computer, WaitingFor, quadrant 1, quadrant 2, and Someday/Maybe), as well as a Date column to track how old the item is.
The hipster size below is pretty simple for lack of space, just two columns, What, and Why.
For some reason, while I am allowed to upload multiple templates, I am only allowed to upload just one preview image, so I have only added the Classic one.
I hope it is helpful to someone.
Hipster NA list on one card, by context
Submitted by civil on Wed, 2009-06-10 23:07.hofsanoj's "Next Step List-Advanced" inspired me to make several versions of my own, based on it. The most useful one is probably this GTD NA by context Hipster one, since I actually use it. It is a Word Doc file, so you can fiddle with the margins and add or take away contexts to your hearts content.
Does anyone know how to create a 4up version of this in MsWord? This 1up version is tricky to print just right on my printer because of the margins.
This is a next action list on a single card. I like it because all my actions are on a single card, and yet GTD context selection is possible. I put 'Date' on the left side, but I find I don't really use it, because of the limited space, hence I did not make it a separate column, as I originally planned.
The included contexts (abreviated of course) are Calls, Work(could be WF), Errands/Out, Computer/internet, Home, SM, and quadrant 2 (a la Covey). You can edit it to suit yourself.
This template is in monochrome (no shades of gray, just easier on my eyes). You must select 3x5 size before printing (under Page Setup or Printer settings), and print 1st page only (even without the overlap, a second page is always present, not sure why.
The small overlap to the second page is best left alone, because I added an extra margin at the top for hipster binding. If you remove the extra margin, the overlap will disappear, hence maximizing space use.
Next step list - advanced
Submitted by hofsanoj on Fri, 2009-03-20 20:52.This is my way to make use of GTD, but keeping all next steps in one list.
It keeps the split up of context and also job vs private.
Edit in MS Word.
Personally I print out (two sides) and keep in a A4-binder.
Tabbed Planner Dividers
Submitted by Smickens on Mon, 2009-02-09 07:32.These are tabbed dividers (I've always called them "tabbies", is that odd?) that you can print and cut out yourself, 2 to a page, for classic size planners. I'm not a fan of the plastic stick-on things, for some reason I like plain old-fashioned card stock paper dividers, so I bothered to make this.
The pdf file has the templates to print and cut out, and the odg file (which you need Open Office to open) has the blank templates AND the option of adding text to label your tabbies with.
Note: the hole punches in the preview picture are not actually part of the file, so if your planner has 7 holes or 2 holes or 86 holes, no problem!
Hope this is helpful to someone besides myself, and please let me know if anything needs fixing or whatever.
Swirly Q GTD Template Set (Commercial, Non-free)
Submitted by Words Within on Sat, 2009-01-03 18:49.Finally!
One of my goals in 2009 was to finish my Swirly Q GTD Template set - and I am happy to say that it is now FINISHED!
This series is smooth and gentle in shades of lavender and green. Exquisitely unique, your will be in awe of this coordinated series!
The entire set consists of:
* Notes
* Graph Paper
* Mind Map
* Agenda
* Expense Report
* Phone Log
* Project Planner
* Personal Profile
* To Do List
* Weekly Template
* Monthly Template
They are also available in three-paks, separated as follows:
Set One:
* Notes
* Graph Paper
* Mind Map
Set Two:
* Agenda
* Expense Report
* Project Planner
Set Three:
* Phone Log
* Profile Page
* Things to Do
Set Four:
* Weekly Calendar
* Monthly Calendar
* Yearly Calendar
It has taken hours of work to bring these templates to fruition - the graphs are high quality vectors and the templates are presented in PDF format, which lends itself well to print at most any size. There are wide margins to support punching to fit both Circa and traditional 3, 5 or 7 hole binders.
The three-paks are priced at a reasonable $5.99, and the entire template set it $24.99. Many satisfied customers have purchased my templates and have been extremely happy with them.
I can also customize and portion of these for you, whether you need your week to start on a different day, or anything else that you require. I'm also happy to create a brand new custom set just for you. Feel free to contact me at blog@freshfocus.info.
These templates as well as my Java Template Pak are available from my blog, and you will find them at this link: http://freshfocus.info/blog/my-gtd-templates.
Thanks for viewing this template and I hope that you will enjoy them!
The templates are presented in PDF format, which lends itself well to print at most any size. There are wide margins to support punching to fit both Circa and traditional 3, 5 or 7 hole binders.
Dynamic Templates v2.04: The Next Generation
Submitted by ygor on Sat, 2009-01-03 15:00.New Year, new templates. The D*I*Y Planner Dynamic Template application has now hit version 2.0, ready to produce any size and shape of yearly, monthly, weekly, and daily calendars for your printing pleasure. All designs are based upon the Classic versions of the D*I*Y Planner, along with input from Doug, and so will integrate completely into your DiyP setup. (The daily design was created by Doug, but was never implemented as a static template owing to the insane amount of repetitive work required.)
Simply select your paper size, choose the calendar type, and tweak the settings to come up with your own printable set of calendars that perfectly fit your planner and your lifestyle.
Here's a shot of the Mac version as it starts up:
I Dood It (for Shris)
Submitted by ygor on Wed, 2008-10-22 21:20.Here's a pair of quick-and-dirty "I Did" list templates for Shris based on the discussion over here: http://www.diyplanner.com/node/6151
Refer to this thread: http://www.diyplanner.com/node/6151
It is an editable template, so if you want to modify it, go for it.
Takes to the Skies Agenda GTD Template
Submitted by Words Within on Fri, 2008-05-09 04:27.Take to the skies with this colorful, flying agenda template. Whether traveling or staying home, this template is sure to make you think of beautiful trips you've taken in the past or are about to take in the future.
Once complete, you will find the entire set here:
http://freshfocus.info/blog/my-gtd-templates
Print, punch and off you go!
GTD Notebook for Microsoft OneNote 2007
Submitted by Words Within on Tue, 2008-04-15 02:10.In my review of Microsoft OneNote 2007, I hinted at the fact that I would be making a OneNote 2007 for GTD.
Without further adieu, this is the template.
Please read the review here
For my printable templates, please view my products page:
http://freshfocus.info/blog/kris-gtd-products
Choose Open - Notebook and OneNote 2007 and you're all set!
