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GETTING-THINGS-DONE5 MIN READ

Convert a Project Into a Next-Action Chain

Apply GTD mechanics to a vague project conversion.

At 10:15, Sam stares at "improve onboarding" for the fifth day and still cannot start. Outcome before next action; next action before list placement. The trap is writing a project name that feels responsible but cannot be done in one sitting. Outcome Write the successful result in plain language. Outcome creates a finish line and prevents vague effort. Next action Identify the first visible physical or digital move. The first action must be small enough to do in one context. Organize Put the project on Projects and the action on the right context list. The project tracks the outcome; the…

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