Sunday Edition: The PARA Method
Hey Friend! Just got back from a fantastic week floating along the Northeastern coast of the USA and Canada, I had a great time thinking about all the things I want to do with the YouTube channel, the newsletter, and a few other ideas I have coming down the pipe. I will be releasing the video tomorrow, the video is about Tiago Forte’s PARA method. Here are the important notes that I took away and will share in the video. 🌟 Uncluttering Life with PARA! 🌟Feeling swamped amidst a sea of digital files, tasks, and bookmarks? Well, it's time to introduce a little magic to your digital life. Enter the PARA method, a brilliant brainchild of productivity guru, Tiago Forte. Let's get started, shall we? 📂 What is PARA?PARA is an acronym that stands for: 1. Projects - Tasks with a deadline. 2. Areas - Ongoing parts of life needing attention. 3. Resources - Topic-specific collections of information. 4. Archives - Outdated or completed materials. ✨ The Magic of PARA Explained1. Projects: Think 'Finish presentation by Friday'. Once it's complete, it moves out! 2. Areas: The constants like maintaining good health or ensuring your pet's happiness. No end, just regular monitoring. 3. Resources: Your digital bookshelf of specific topics, from "All about cacti" to "Mediterranean recipes". 4. Archives: The resting place for old projects, past course materials, or outdated resources. Out of sight but never lost. 💼 PARA-fy Your Life in 4 Steps:1. Audit: Dive deep into your digital realm - emails, files, bookmarks, the works! 2. Categorize: Slot everything using the PARA framework. 3. Maintain: Weekly refreshes to keep everything in its right place. 4. Celebrate: Revel in the newfound clarity and efficiency of your digital workspace. 🌱 Final Thoughts:In a world overflowing with information, the PARA method offers a refreshing lens to view, categorize, and make sense of the digital chaos. Give it a shot, and you might find your digital zen. Until next time, keep creating, keep sharing, and stay inspired. Thanks! -- Cyle H. |
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