Wednesday, November 18, 2009
My brain is a strange place.
Just how would a totalitarian regime based on fun instead of fear operate???
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Back in the saddle again.
I'll be honest- yesterday's post was a little bit of a cheat, but I'm back on track today.
I want to talk more about Getting Things Done. Here's a section of the back blurb:
On page 15 (of my copy, at least), he says:
First, he talks about clarifying the purpose behind a project. For example:
How many people encourage you to envision not just success, but WILD SUCCESS? In a world where the most common reactions to someone's bold dream is, "How will you support yourself?" or "Grow up" or even "Get a haircut and get a real job", the mere act of seeing what your idea of greatness is will inspire and thrill you.
My WILD SUCCESS is not just about NYT Bestseller List (but believe me, that is right up there!). It's about sharing beauty, ideas, and making the world a better place, even in a very small way.
What is your WILD SUCCESS?
I want to talk more about Getting Things Done. Here's a section of the back blurb:
David Allen's premise is simple: our productivity is directly proportional to our ability to relax.... From core principles to proven tricks, Getting Things Done can transform the way you work and live, showing you how to pick up the pace without wearing yourself downI'll be honest. Before I read the book, that sounded like so much snake oil, thank you so very much. Then three things changed my mind.
On page 15 (of my copy, at least), he says:
Why Things are on Your MindThen, in Chapter Three (I love this chapter), Mr. Allen discusses two crucial and related points that just blew my mind the first time I read the book.
Most often, the reason something is one your mind is that you want it to be different than it currently is, and yet:
- you haven't clarified exactly what the intended outcome is;
- you haven't decided what the very next physical action step is; and/or
- you haven't put reminders of the outcome and the action required in a system you trust.
First, he talks about clarifying the purpose behind a project. For example:
It never hurts to ask the 'why' question. Almost anything you're currently doing can be enhanced and even galvanized by more scrutiny at this top level of focus. Why are you going to your next meeting? What's the purpose of your task? Why are you having friends over for a barbeque in the backyard? Why are you hiring a marketing director? Why do you have a budget?...And then comes my very favorite part.
To know and be clear about the purpose of any activity are prime directives for clarity, creative development, and cooperation.
Here are three basic steps for developing an outcome/vision:
- View the project from beyond the completion date
- Envision "WILD SUCCESS"! (Suspend "Yeah, but...")
- Capture features, aspects, qualities you imagine in place
How many people encourage you to envision not just success, but WILD SUCCESS? In a world where the most common reactions to someone's bold dream is, "How will you support yourself?" or "Grow up" or even "Get a haircut and get a real job", the mere act of seeing what your idea of greatness is will inspire and thrill you.
My WILD SUCCESS is not just about NYT Bestseller List (but believe me, that is right up there!). It's about sharing beauty, ideas, and making the world a better place, even in a very small way.
What is your WILD SUCCESS?
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