May  08
15

GTD Mastery 100: Step 23


To read my complete journey to GTD Mastery see the main post.

Step 23 to GTD Mastery is: I attend a weekly productivity group centered around the GTD methods.

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Image: Ted Patrick

Or not…. The number of people I’ve talked to about GTD can be counted on two hands (not including the readers here at GearFire who I’m grateful for sticking around despite another vanishing act on my part).

However, I have plans for changing this both offline and online. The offline component is an internal project I’m working on with the faculty at my university. For the online component, I’m opening it up exclusively to the GearFire readers. Would you like to collaborate with me on my journey to GTD Mastery and further your own path?

If so, send an email to [cyeung at gearfire dot net] with the subject line “GTD Weekly.” In the body please include your full name.

Stay tuned for the upcoming post.


May  08
9

My Finals Study Schedule (for Today)


Today is going to be a day filled with a lot of studying and not too much else. Here’s my schedule:

8am Wake up, shower, eat, check mailboxes (IRL and virtual), write in blog
9-10 Study for German final
10-11 Study for Geology final
11-12 Study for Russian final
12-1 Free BBQ at Bowman Park; Meet Melissa 12 in Hub Lobby
1-2 Study for Spanish Continue Reading…

May  08
2

Dealing with Spring Weather


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Spring is a time of crazy weather (at least if you live in the Midwest like I do). One day it can be 80 and sunny, the next 40 and rainy, you get the point. This can be quite a dilemma for college students as we basically have a set wardrobe that can’t be easily changed Continue Reading…

May  08
1

Destressing Finals


© Maria Schwartzman 2008

So, finals are upon us or quickly approaching: the sign of the end of the semester and beginning of summer vacation. This can be (and usually is) a very stressful time for students. Here are some quick and simple ways to destress a little bit during this hectic time.

 exercise: exercising in any form can really help Continue Reading…

Apr  08
17

9 Creative Ways To Make Extra Cash As A Student


Aren’t we students notoriously low on cash? Even high school students like me whose lives are heavily subsidized by our parents seem to be forever in need of a quick buck or two. These ides won’t pay your way through any degree programs, but they might get you a movie over the weekend, or a few dollars to burn Continue Reading…
Apr  08
14

Dealing With Academic Disapointment


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My midterm report card will be shipped home this Thursday. But just so there are no nasty surprises in three days, all my teachers gave out our grades today. First period American History- 87%. That’s pretty good, but if I were diligent in my homework  I’d be 3% better. A 90% in accounting. That’s really good actually considering Continue Reading…

Apr  08
9

Dorm Room Gardening


(photo © Maria Schwartzman 2008) Tending to a plant or a small garden can be very relaxing and rewarding, creating a sense of responsibly along with something physically fruitful. Plants brighten up a room, add fresh air, and can also be very useful to have around if you grow vegetables, herbs, or medical plants such as Continue Reading…
Mar  08
26

How To Catch Up On Missed School Work After A Vacation


I just spent the last two weeks in Nigeria (my birthplace) visiting family and eating. Except some days when we ate, then went to go see family. The first week of the vacation was my March Break, but the second week involved me missing those days of school. I am now back, it’s halfway through the week and I Continue Reading…
 

AboutGearfire

Gearfire was created in January of 2007 by Geoff R and Jordan S. Gearfire deals with personal productivity, organization, and Getting Things done from a student's perspective. Gearfire is written entirely by students, and is written towards students, but is usually applicable to a general audience. Our other writers are Daniel and Chris, whom have joined us over the past year.