Comments on: Ten Things I Hate About You, Web 2.0

By: Cynic

Cynic — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 19:05:22 +0000

It’s not just too many to-do lists, it’s too many of the same things over and over again.

How can anyone get excited about a “new” rss reader, or a “new” way to manage your bookmarks when they’re essentially identical bar the logo to the old “new” ways.

By: Earl

Earl — Sat, 17 Mar 2007 14:08:03 +0000

Hi Anne:

When I look at your list I see a common thread for most of these items…too much, too many, busy, more, etc.

I’ve found that my life and attention has become so fragmented by the over abundant sources of quick information and new ways to share and communicate that I’ve adapted by trying to constantly multitask, which I afraid I don’t do so well. It’s hard to even find enough time and peace of mind to sit down and read a book without feeling I need to “keep in touch.”

Kathy Sierra touches on this same theme in her post “Is Twitter TOO good” which I’m certain you’ve probably read. I’ve refused to even look at Twitter. I certainly don’t need additional input!

Maybe Web 2.0 is the new addiction and we need detox clinics.

By: Zac Echola is muffin but trouble

Zac Echola is muffin but trouble — Fri, 16 Mar 2007 01:38:41 +0000

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By: Anne

Anne — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 22:39:43 +0000

Michael: you’re taking it too seriously. I admitted with #10 that I was in a cranky grumpy mood. I’ve written plenty of nice things about GTD and used it effectively myself at times. Doesn’t mean I can’t poke at it every now and then.

As for Marc Orchant, I have no idea who he is. “in the weeds” is a cliche — so if you’re going to engage in insults, at least make them accurate. How about “maybe Anne’s next action should be to remove trite phrases from her writing” which is something I could get behind. Original ideas? None of us have them, and I don’t think you should be slamming someone with that, given you’re here pushing David Allen’s work.

By: Michael

Michael — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 16:34:18 +0000

Marc Orchant says “Too many people seem to get lost in the weeds on the practices…”
Anne says 2 days later “Sometimes I think some people get lost in the weeds of it though…”

Maybe Anne’s next action should be some original thought.

Really GTD is not just about sitting around and planning every single moment of your life. Allen clearly states that GTD does not effectively address the higher levels, but he does help you understand the relationship between your Runway actions and your Purpose on the planet.

By: Runa

Runa — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 15:39:56 +0000

Great post!

I strongly agree with it (expecially on the seventh).

By: Anne

Anne — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 16:41:48 +0000

Yes, I have read it, Pascal, a number of times. Allen has good ideas–and he certainly addresses the issue of figuring out what your priorities are and then aiming your actions towards those. Sometimes I think some people get lost in the weeds of it though and forget that there are alternative and sometimes better or more meaningful ways of meeting life’s challenges.

By: Pascal Venier

Pascal Venier — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 16:30:58 +0000

Anne, I have the greatest respect for what you write but must say that I am most puzzled by your listing of item 8 and wondered whether you have actually read the book?

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