I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD Episode 124: 3 Step Framework To Get Things Done
Dec 6, 2021
A three-step framework to finally move past stuck projects is broken down into plan, act, and complete. Practical planning tactics include prioritization, time budgeting, and time blocking. Action strategies focus on eliminating distractions and clearing mental clutter with brain dumps. Completion tips use a future-you mindset to follow through and finish what you start.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Diagnosis At 31 Changed How Paula Worked
- Paula shares being diagnosed with ADHD at 31 and how that reframed her struggles with planning and overwhelm.
- After diagnosis she found medication, coaching, and strategies that transformed follow-through and reduced chronic stress.
Recognize Which Stage You're Stuck In
- Stuckness usually falls into three stages: planning, action, or completion.
- Identifying which stage you're stuck in gives immediate clarity on the next step and prevents analysis paralysis.
Time Block Top Priorities First
- Plan with three essentials: do a to-do download, pick 1–3 daily non-negotiable priorities, then time-block those priorities first.
- Paula recommends doubling or tripling estimated time if you're time blind to avoid overscheduling.