In today’s fast-paced working world, it is a challenge to keep track of numerous tasks and projects. The new Planner Premium offers an effective solution to simplify working according to the “Getting Things Done” (GTD) method and reduce stress at the same time. In this article, we will show you how you can increase your productivity and regain a sense of control with Planner Premium.
Central task management
One of the biggest advantages of Planner Premium is the central task management. The intuitive user interface allows you to visually organize projects from different teams and departments as well as your own tasks. With functions such as boards, lists and calendar views, you can keep an eye on everything in one place. The visual management of tasks gives you and your team a reassuring sense of control. You can see at a glance which tasks are still outstanding, which are in progress and which have already been completed. This clarity reduces the mental burden and helps you to focus on the next steps.
Task organization made easy
One of the core components of the GTD method is the organization of tasks according to priority, context or energy. The Planner already offers you flexible options for organizing your tasks accordingly. Priorities can be entered directly, and labels, categories or hashtags can also be set up according to your needs. Do I need a high level of concentration for this task(energy), can I do it from home or do I need to be in the office(context)? This allows you to focus on your most important tasks without stress and use your time more efficiently.
Seamless integration
Planner Premium impresses with its seamless integration with other Microsoft tools. Tasks from Teams chats, Outlook emails and OneNote notes can be easily synchronized. This seamless synchronization ensures that you always have an up-to-date overview of your tasks. This eliminates the need to constantly switch between different applications, which saves time and optimizes your workflow. The feeling of having everything under control is only enhanced by this integrated way of working.
Week in review
Another important aspect of the GTD method is the regular weekly review. The Planner helps you to check off past tasks, reflect on them, celebrate successes and set new priorities. You can quickly review all your plans – i.e. all projects from Planner, lists and other sources from which your individual tasks originate – and ensure that the next step is planned. You can set up everything you need for the weekly review with your own recurring task checklist in Planner and thus organize this review efficiently. This not only allows you to keep an overview, but also to plan what needs to be done in the coming week.
Flexibility and adaptability
Everyone works differently, and Planner Premium adapts to your individual needs. Whether in a team or for personal tasks, the tool’s adaptability makes it the ideal companion for different working styles. With the ability to structure projects and tasks however you like, you can configure Planner Premium to fit your workflow perfectly. However, this flexibility can also be overwhelming. The multitude of functions and customization options require a certain amount of training to be able to use them optimally.
Conclusion: Experience the ease of GTD
– with a little jump start if you wish 🚀
The new Planner Premium offers a stress-free and efficient way of working that helps you organize your tasks and achieve your goals. Despite all the benefits, the complexity of the tool can be a challenge. Many users feel overwhelmed by its flexibility and adaptability. This is where individual 1:1 support can help you to exploit the full potential of Planner Premium. The setup can be well defined in a few coaching sessions. If you would like support in optimizing your working methods and using Planner Premium effectively, please get in touch with me. Book a non-binding Chemistry Sessionto discuss the goals of a possible coaching session and let’s work together to increase your productivity. 🚀💪
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