Discussion Forum > Capturing and deploying good ideas
Rite in the Rain notebook and Space Pen so that you can capture the ideas you have in the bath/shower!
September 20, 2011 at 11:08 |
Mark Forster
Mark Forster
One thing I don't have much success with are little notebooks that slip into the pocket. For me, they get too cluttered.
The most useful tool I have found for capture is an idea I got from Toodledo. They call them "booklets" and are shown on the scrollable extras at the bottom of their home page. They have the "hotlist," etc., and you can fold it up and stick into your pocket. You can also, of course, write on it.
So, I put some pertinent info in the quadrants of a folded-up blank piece of paper and use that. I hate it when some great ideas (or solutions) hit me, or a series of ideas, and I get side-tracked before I can record them or really think about them properly.
The most useful tool I have found for capture is an idea I got from Toodledo. They call them "booklets" and are shown on the scrollable extras at the bottom of their home page. They have the "hotlist," etc., and you can fold it up and stick into your pocket. You can also, of course, write on it.
So, I put some pertinent info in the quadrants of a folded-up blank piece of paper and use that. I hate it when some great ideas (or solutions) hit me, or a series of ideas, and I get side-tracked before I can record them or really think about them properly.
September 20, 2011 at 14:31 |
BKK
BKK
BKK:
Sounds not unlike my blog post http://www.markforster.net/blog/2011/8/19/the-magic-notebook.html
Sounds not unlike my blog post http://www.markforster.net/blog/2011/8/19/the-magic-notebook.html
September 20, 2011 at 14:46 |
Mark Forster
Mark Forster
+JMJ+
I have the opposite experience, BKK, having a little notebook in my pocket has proved very effective for me.
Yes, I can attest to how horribly messy it can be, but it is manageable if you use ideas from the "Free-Form Notebook" thread here. Add to the fact that the same notebook also contains my task management system at the front with the random notes and its index at the back, and I have a relatively complete system of capture.
God bless.
I have the opposite experience, BKK, having a little notebook in my pocket has proved very effective for me.
Yes, I can attest to how horribly messy it can be, but it is manageable if you use ideas from the "Free-Form Notebook" thread here. Add to the fact that the same notebook also contains my task management system at the front with the random notes and its index at the back, and I have a relatively complete system of capture.
God bless.
September 20, 2011 at 16:06 |
nuntym
nuntym
+JMJ+
@Mark: WOW! Nice notebooks and pens you've pointed out there!
However, I have to say I like my current pen more because of its compactness: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wL0pc6oi4JI
(And no that's not me, I just found the video in youtube)
God bless!
@Mark: WOW! Nice notebooks and pens you've pointed out there!
However, I have to say I like my current pen more because of its compactness: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wL0pc6oi4JI
(And no that's not me, I just found the video in youtube)
God bless!
September 20, 2011 at 16:33 |
nuntym
nuntym
nuntym:
<< I have to say I like my current pen more because of its compactness >>
... except that it's about three times the size of the Space Pen. And I bet it doesn't write underwater or upside down either!
The pen when it's closed: http://www.markforster.net/storage/space%20pen%20closed..png (There's no gap between my fist and the notebook. You can just see the end of the closed pen protruding.)
The pen when it's open: http://www.markforster.net/storage/space%20pen%20open..png
Having said that I prefer my trusty Bic Cristals for indoor and non-wet work.
<< I have to say I like my current pen more because of its compactness >>
... except that it's about three times the size of the Space Pen. And I bet it doesn't write underwater or upside down either!
The pen when it's closed: http://www.markforster.net/storage/space%20pen%20closed..png (There's no gap between my fist and the notebook. You can just see the end of the closed pen protruding.)
The pen when it's open: http://www.markforster.net/storage/space%20pen%20open..png
Having said that I prefer my trusty Bic Cristals for indoor and non-wet work.
September 20, 2011 at 16:57 |
Mark Forster
Mark Forster
Hey nuntym - First of all, I was not referring to a notebook that is intended to have a use, i.e., using the ideas of a free-form notebook. I was referring to those little bittly notebooks just for capture purposes. They don't take up any room in your front pocket even.
The second point is that I agree with you; a small notebook SHOULD work as a capture device. It's just that when I see it laying on the counter I never look into it because I am afraid of all the stuff I have probably scribbled into it.
Also, folded blank pieces of paper in my pocket wouldn't work, either. They just look like rubbish when I get home. That's why I liked the Toodledo booklets because they were "attractive" and inviting to look at.
I could never use a small notebook as a "task mangagment system" unless I get into Zen or something and simplified my life tremendously.
Anyway, we all got to use whatever works for us, because quick-capture is an invaluable tool sometimes, isn't it?
The second point is that I agree with you; a small notebook SHOULD work as a capture device. It's just that when I see it laying on the counter I never look into it because I am afraid of all the stuff I have probably scribbled into it.
Also, folded blank pieces of paper in my pocket wouldn't work, either. They just look like rubbish when I get home. That's why I liked the Toodledo booklets because they were "attractive" and inviting to look at.
I could never use a small notebook as a "task mangagment system" unless I get into Zen or something and simplified my life tremendously.
Anyway, we all got to use whatever works for us, because quick-capture is an invaluable tool sometimes, isn't it?
September 20, 2011 at 17:15 |
BKK
BKK
Coincidently, I just got a Space Pen (black matte bullet) a few weeks ago and was quite positively surprised by the build quality. I'm really enjoying it… http://youtu.be/0JxG7JNNnKs
But you don't need to buy an actual space pen to try it out: the "secret"[1] is in the pressurised refill, which comes with a little plastic "adapter" to work with normal "click-type" pens. So you can buy only the refill and try it out with your current preferred pen (I also bought one refill because I prefer the "fine" version over the "medium" it comes with and it's working great in my old pen).
[1] under water, zero gravity, upside down, non smudging… all essential stuff in regular office activities these days ;-)
But you don't need to buy an actual space pen to try it out: the "secret"[1] is in the pressurised refill, which comes with a little plastic "adapter" to work with normal "click-type" pens. So you can buy only the refill and try it out with your current preferred pen (I also bought one refill because I prefer the "fine" version over the "medium" it comes with and it's working great in my old pen).
[1] under water, zero gravity, upside down, non smudging… all essential stuff in regular office activities these days ;-)
September 20, 2011 at 19:29 |
Hugo Ferreira
Hugo Ferreira
+JMJ+
@Mark: Fine, your pen's better. And good goodness, Mark, us comparing pen size? That sounds... >__<
@BKK: <<First of all, I was not referring to a notebook that is intended to have a use, i.e., using the ideas of a free-form notebook. I was referring to those little bittly notebooks just for capture purposes.>>
Yes, my notebook is as small as what you are describing, considering it's just 3"x5" in size.
<<It's just that when I see it laying on the counter I never look into it because I am afraid of all the stuff I have probably scribbled into it.>>
Yes I would agree! But the solution, at least in my experience, is to be forced to use the notebook, like for example making it my task management system. Which is the reason why it is always with me, and I always use it. I always get amused when people tell me I'm like a boy scout when I fish my notebook out of a pocket anytime I need to record something.
<<I could never use a small notebook as a "task mangagment system" unless I get into Zen or something and simplified my life tremendously. >>
Just try it, it might surprise you. And before you say a regular AF system will not fit into the small notebook, please note that when you open up a fliptop memo notebook, the open two pages become a "virtual page" with anywhere between 25-35 lines, perfect for AF1 ^___^
@Hugo: <<[1] under water, zero gravity, upside down, non smudging… all essential stuff in regular office activities these days ;-) >>
Definitely! Who knows when I need to write on a water-soaked paper pad while riding a jet doing parabolic flights that simulate near zero G? ^____^
God bless!
@Mark: Fine, your pen's better. And good goodness, Mark, us comparing pen size? That sounds... >__<
@BKK: <<First of all, I was not referring to a notebook that is intended to have a use, i.e., using the ideas of a free-form notebook. I was referring to those little bittly notebooks just for capture purposes.>>
Yes, my notebook is as small as what you are describing, considering it's just 3"x5" in size.
<<It's just that when I see it laying on the counter I never look into it because I am afraid of all the stuff I have probably scribbled into it.>>
Yes I would agree! But the solution, at least in my experience, is to be forced to use the notebook, like for example making it my task management system. Which is the reason why it is always with me, and I always use it. I always get amused when people tell me I'm like a boy scout when I fish my notebook out of a pocket anytime I need to record something.
<<I could never use a small notebook as a "task mangagment system" unless I get into Zen or something and simplified my life tremendously. >>
Just try it, it might surprise you. And before you say a regular AF system will not fit into the small notebook, please note that when you open up a fliptop memo notebook, the open two pages become a "virtual page" with anywhere between 25-35 lines, perfect for AF1 ^___^
@Hugo: <<[1] under water, zero gravity, upside down, non smudging… all essential stuff in regular office activities these days ;-) >>
Definitely! Who knows when I need to write on a water-soaked paper pad while riding a jet doing parabolic flights that simulate near zero G? ^____^
God bless!
September 20, 2011 at 21:06 |
nuntym
nuntym
Or note "mow lawn" as you are cave diving :-)
September 20, 2011 at 22:17 |
Alan Baljeu
Alan Baljeu
As I clearly said when I recommended the pen and notebook, they are for use outdoors (because you can use them in the rain) and when you are in the bath/shower (which is proverbially a time when people get their best ideas).
I know most of you guys never go outside or take a bath/shower but you have to believe me when I say that there are some people who do.
Since nuntym said his reason for not using the Space Pen is because his pen is more compact, I don't know why he's objecting to my pointing out that the Space Pen is in fact smaller. I'd have thought he would have jumped at the chance of using an even more compact pen.
And finally the point about a small notebook is that you capture thoughts which you then transfer to your main system as soon as you get back in the office. So there should be no reason to resist looking at it.
I know most of you guys never go outside or take a bath/shower but you have to believe me when I say that there are some people who do.
Since nuntym said his reason for not using the Space Pen is because his pen is more compact, I don't know why he's objecting to my pointing out that the Space Pen is in fact smaller. I'd have thought he would have jumped at the chance of using an even more compact pen.
And finally the point about a small notebook is that you capture thoughts which you then transfer to your main system as soon as you get back in the office. So there should be no reason to resist looking at it.
September 20, 2011 at 23:11 |
Mark Forster
Mark Forster
+JMJ+
@Mark: Goodness gracious, no, I am not objecting! But reading again what I typed before, maybe I was a bit standoffish; that wasn't my intention, Mark, sorry. But basically I am really, truly delighted with my Zebra Telescopic pen right now so I am not looking for another currently. I mean, isn't it cool to have a pen that can change its length at whim? But the Space Pen IS in my possible wishlist when I get tired of my current pen.
Although, couldn't ordinary ballpens still be used in wet conditions, and can be used upside down for a very limited amount of time?
@Mark: Goodness gracious, no, I am not objecting! But reading again what I typed before, maybe I was a bit standoffish; that wasn't my intention, Mark, sorry. But basically I am really, truly delighted with my Zebra Telescopic pen right now so I am not looking for another currently. I mean, isn't it cool to have a pen that can change its length at whim? But the Space Pen IS in my possible wishlist when I get tired of my current pen.
Although, couldn't ordinary ballpens still be used in wet conditions, and can be used upside down for a very limited amount of time?
September 21, 2011 at 2:26 |
nuntym
nuntym
Alan Baljeu wrote:
<< An AF list is a great capture tool. An iPhone is a good intermediate means. >>
Do you find the soft keyboard of the iPhone (or any other) smartphone, sufficiently "frictionless" to capture thoughts quickly enough?
I carry these 3 "capture" devices almost all the time ...
(1) Android smartphone (SGS2), on belt pouch
(2) A7 flipup paper notebook (3"x4"), in trousers pocket.
(3) Single sheet A4 paper folded into A7 size, in shirt pocket.
The above ordered in decreasing "friction" for capturing. I found only the folded A4 sheet with a pen, is really quick enough to capture my "fleeting ideas". The "friction" in taking out the A7 notebook, flipping to empty page, is sometime sufficient for me to lose the thoughts. Mechanics of opening task management apps and swypeing the notes on the Android have even more "friction".
So I use my 3 capture devices according to robustness of the thoughts ...
(i) "Fleeting ideas" on folded A4/A7 paper.
(ii) "Fast note taking" in A7 notebook, writing is still almost twice as fast as touchscreen keying in, the latter some times cannot keep up with fast moving meetings/discussions.
(iii) "Robust thoughts" in my Android, tasks outliner or mindmapping apps.
Anyone else with 3 (or more) carry everywhere capture devices? ;-)
<< An AF list is a great capture tool. An iPhone is a good intermediate means. >>
Do you find the soft keyboard of the iPhone (or any other) smartphone, sufficiently "frictionless" to capture thoughts quickly enough?
I carry these 3 "capture" devices almost all the time ...
(1) Android smartphone (SGS2), on belt pouch
(2) A7 flipup paper notebook (3"x4"), in trousers pocket.
(3) Single sheet A4 paper folded into A7 size, in shirt pocket.
The above ordered in decreasing "friction" for capturing. I found only the folded A4 sheet with a pen, is really quick enough to capture my "fleeting ideas". The "friction" in taking out the A7 notebook, flipping to empty page, is sometime sufficient for me to lose the thoughts. Mechanics of opening task management apps and swypeing the notes on the Android have even more "friction".
So I use my 3 capture devices according to robustness of the thoughts ...
(i) "Fleeting ideas" on folded A4/A7 paper.
(ii) "Fast note taking" in A7 notebook, writing is still almost twice as fast as touchscreen keying in, the latter some times cannot keep up with fast moving meetings/discussions.
(iii) "Robust thoughts" in my Android, tasks outliner or mindmapping apps.
Anyone else with 3 (or more) carry everywhere capture devices? ;-)
September 21, 2011 at 2:27 |
sabre23t
sabre23t
numtym: Thanks for that - and I agree with everything you say about the notebooks, including "to be forced to use the notebook, like for example making it my task management system". It sounds so simple, like Mark's statement above, "transfer to your main system as soon as you get back in the office. So there should be no reason to resist looking at it."
I guess what I was doing concerning the capture thing was admitting yet another weakness (resistance) I have with basic principles. I realise this "laziness" factor could cause something very important to fall through the cracks.
It's funny, you mentioned that people tell you you're like a boy scout when you fish out your notebook. Just an example to note how different animals "we" are from others: Yesterday my usual BKK buddies (British, Canadian, American) came over to fetch me and nobody could even BELIEVE I wanted to carry a simple pen in my pocket (much less a 'Space Pen'). They could not fathom the idea of why I would ever need to a pen at the restaurant or at the pub. These people would never use any list more involved than a shopping list, if that. Hard to knock it, because they seem to get on just fine, but it is amazing just how different we all are.
I guess what I was doing concerning the capture thing was admitting yet another weakness (resistance) I have with basic principles. I realise this "laziness" factor could cause something very important to fall through the cracks.
It's funny, you mentioned that people tell you you're like a boy scout when you fish out your notebook. Just an example to note how different animals "we" are from others: Yesterday my usual BKK buddies (British, Canadian, American) came over to fetch me and nobody could even BELIEVE I wanted to carry a simple pen in my pocket (much less a 'Space Pen'). They could not fathom the idea of why I would ever need to a pen at the restaurant or at the pub. These people would never use any list more involved than a shopping list, if that. Hard to knock it, because they seem to get on just fine, but it is amazing just how different we all are.
September 21, 2011 at 5:49 |
BKK
BKK
I've been using OneNote for universal capture.
I've set it up so that new OneNote items appear on the last page of my OneNote-based AF List.
If I want to write down a task or idea that occurs to me, it's one click (Windows-N) to open a new note, write down whatever I want, and I'm done. The note appears at the end of my AF list automatically.
If there is a file I need to deal with, I can copy the file, open a new note, and paste the file into the note. It appears at the end of the AF list automatically.
If I am browsing the Internet, or reading my Gmail in a web browser, I can select the text, graphics, or links of interest, and right-click and choose "Send to OneNote". Again, it appears at the end of the AF list automatically.
Same with Outlook email - one click and it goes to my AF list.
If we are using a white board in a meeting, when we're done I take a photo of the white board with my Android's camera, and email it to myself -- one more click and it gets into the AF list.
If I am out and about, I usually use my Android phone to email myself a note. When I'm back at my desk, one click gets that email into AF.
If my hands are not free to write an Android email, then I can call my work phone number and leave myself a message, which shows up in my Outlook email, which gets moved to my AF list with one click.
Admittedly, I don't have an elegant solution for the proverbial ideas-in-the-shower. I just keep repeating the idea over and over till I can get to my computer. :-) That approach doesn't work when spelunking underwater, however.
I've set it up so that new OneNote items appear on the last page of my OneNote-based AF List.
If I want to write down a task or idea that occurs to me, it's one click (Windows-N) to open a new note, write down whatever I want, and I'm done. The note appears at the end of my AF list automatically.
If there is a file I need to deal with, I can copy the file, open a new note, and paste the file into the note. It appears at the end of the AF list automatically.
If I am browsing the Internet, or reading my Gmail in a web browser, I can select the text, graphics, or links of interest, and right-click and choose "Send to OneNote". Again, it appears at the end of the AF list automatically.
Same with Outlook email - one click and it goes to my AF list.
If we are using a white board in a meeting, when we're done I take a photo of the white board with my Android's camera, and email it to myself -- one more click and it gets into the AF list.
If I am out and about, I usually use my Android phone to email myself a note. When I'm back at my desk, one click gets that email into AF.
If my hands are not free to write an Android email, then I can call my work phone number and leave myself a message, which shows up in my Outlook email, which gets moved to my AF list with one click.
Admittedly, I don't have an elegant solution for the proverbial ideas-in-the-shower. I just keep repeating the idea over and over till I can get to my computer. :-) That approach doesn't work when spelunking underwater, however.
September 21, 2011 at 19:28 |
Seraphim
Seraphim
Seraphim:
<< Admittedly, I don't have an elegant solution for the proverbial ideas-in-the-shower. I just keep repeating the idea over and over till I can get to my computer. >>
When I read that a picture flashed before my eyes of you running naked through the streets of Syracuse crying εὕρηκα! εὕρηκα!"
<< Admittedly, I don't have an elegant solution for the proverbial ideas-in-the-shower. I just keep repeating the idea over and over till I can get to my computer. >>
When I read that a picture flashed before my eyes of you running naked through the streets of Syracuse crying εὕρηκα! εὕρηκα!"
September 22, 2011 at 10:37 |
Mark Forster
Mark Forster
One of the benefits of being female in our culture is it's acceptable to carry a purse. Mine is mid-sized, so I can carry a notebook and pen easily. I feel uncomfortable if they're not in my purse.
If I'm stressed about something or thinking about a project when it's impractical to carry a purse, I'll carry a sheet of paper with a pen. When I do laundry, the paper goes on the top of my desk to be dealt with.
Knowing my good ideas will be easy to capture reduces stress. I can also capture phone numbers and the name of a book my walking buddy recommends.
On the other hand, carrying them all the time can increase stress. Sometimes I'll declare a holiday from whatever's stressing me out and go for a walk paper-free.
If I'm stressed about something or thinking about a project when it's impractical to carry a purse, I'll carry a sheet of paper with a pen. When I do laundry, the paper goes on the top of my desk to be dealt with.
Knowing my good ideas will be easy to capture reduces stress. I can also capture phone numbers and the name of a book my walking buddy recommends.
On the other hand, carrying them all the time can increase stress. Sometimes I'll declare a holiday from whatever's stressing me out and go for a walk paper-free.
September 22, 2011 at 15:57 |
Cricket
Cricket
Cricket:
<< Sometimes I'll declare a holiday from whatever's stressing me out and go for a walk paper-free. >>
What a simple life! When I go for a walk I usually take:
Notebook and pen
2 full flasks (water or tea)
Trekking poles
Backpack
Walker's GPS
Map
Compass
Whistle
Mobile Phone
Suncream
Sunglasses
Money
Warm clothing
Waterproof clothing
Backpack
Emergency rations
Survival bag
... and if I need them for a specific reason:
Camera
Binos
I'm sure I've forgotten something!
<< Sometimes I'll declare a holiday from whatever's stressing me out and go for a walk paper-free. >>
What a simple life! When I go for a walk I usually take:
Notebook and pen
2 full flasks (water or tea)
Trekking poles
Backpack
Walker's GPS
Map
Compass
Whistle
Mobile Phone
Suncream
Sunglasses
Money
Warm clothing
Waterproof clothing
Backpack
Emergency rations
Survival bag
... and if I need them for a specific reason:
Camera
Binos
I'm sure I've forgotten something!
September 22, 2011 at 16:18 |
Mark Forster
Mark Forster
Cricket seems to be taking an afternoon's constitutional in the park while Mark is off on a day-hike. :)
As for a purse, well, you don't have to be female to carry one. I've seen several men's messenger bags that look masculine enough that it wouldn't bother me to carry one. And I've seen a lot more people recently of both sexes that carry a backpack at all times. Regardless of gender or satchel style, I think the term is being generalized into an "every day carry".
My EDC contains my moleskin, pen, highlighter, notepad and pencil, wallet, keys, phone charger, USB drive (because I'm a nerd), and umbrella. I'll probably be throwing a hoodie in there soon as cool weather will be coming upon us soon here in the northern hemisphere. I would love to replace those first five items with an iPad, and with Seraphim's methodology-- and maybe MobileNoter-- I just might be able to do it. But I, too, will be stranded while showering and spelunking. I'm okay with that.
As for a purse, well, you don't have to be female to carry one. I've seen several men's messenger bags that look masculine enough that it wouldn't bother me to carry one. And I've seen a lot more people recently of both sexes that carry a backpack at all times. Regardless of gender or satchel style, I think the term is being generalized into an "every day carry".
My EDC contains my moleskin, pen, highlighter, notepad and pencil, wallet, keys, phone charger, USB drive (because I'm a nerd), and umbrella. I'll probably be throwing a hoodie in there soon as cool weather will be coming upon us soon here in the northern hemisphere. I would love to replace those first five items with an iPad, and with Seraphim's methodology-- and maybe MobileNoter-- I just might be able to do it. But I, too, will be stranded while showering and spelunking. I'm okay with that.
September 22, 2011 at 19:05 |
jFenter
jFenter
<<When I go for a walk I usually take:
Notebook and pen
2 full flasks (water or tea)
...
Backpack
Emergency rations
Survival bag
...
I'm sure I've forgotten something!>>
Holy moly, Mark! Surely the flare gun and pepper spray are included in the survival bag.
What about one of those mini flexible tripods to go with your camera?
Notebook and pen
2 full flasks (water or tea)
...
Backpack
Emergency rations
Survival bag
...
I'm sure I've forgotten something!>>
Holy moly, Mark! Surely the flare gun and pepper spray are included in the survival bag.
What about one of those mini flexible tripods to go with your camera?
September 23, 2011 at 5:55 |
Bernie
Bernie
<<When I go for a walk I usually take:
Notebook and pen
2 full flasks (water or tea)
...
Backpack
Emergency rations
Survival bag
...
I'm sure I've forgotten something!>>
When I go for a walk I usually take 3 Golden Retrievers.
Notebook and pen
2 full flasks (water or tea)
...
Backpack
Emergency rations
Survival bag
...
I'm sure I've forgotten something!>>
When I go for a walk I usually take 3 Golden Retrievers.
September 23, 2011 at 10:26 |
Paul Taylor
Paul Taylor
Bernie:
<< What about one of those mini flexible tripods to go with your camera? >>
Yes, that was the thing I forgot.
<< What about one of those mini flexible tripods to go with your camera? >>
Yes, that was the thing I forgot.
September 23, 2011 at 10:34 |
Mark Forster
Mark Forster
jFenter:
<< Cricket seems to be taking an afternoon's constitutional in the park while Mark is off on a day-hike >>
No, that's just for going down to the shops. For a day hike I'd take _lots_ more.
<< Cricket seems to be taking an afternoon's constitutional in the park while Mark is off on a day-hike >>
No, that's just for going down to the shops. For a day hike I'd take _lots_ more.
September 24, 2011 at 11:22 |
Mark Forster
Mark Forster
Runners learn to leave things home. Water and $10 (to get home if I tire) is sufficient.
Also, this isnt what was meant by deploying good ideas :-)
Also, this isnt what was meant by deploying good ideas :-)
September 24, 2011 at 12:46 |
Alan Baljeu
Alan Baljeu
Alan:
<< Runners learn to leave things home. Water and $10 (to get home if I tire) is sufficient. >>
Surely you need a credit card for the hospital bills?
<< Also, this isnt what was meant by deploying good ideas :-) >>
No, this is much more fun.
<< Runners learn to leave things home. Water and $10 (to get home if I tire) is sufficient. >>
Surely you need a credit card for the hospital bills?
<< Also, this isnt what was meant by deploying good ideas :-) >>
No, this is much more fun.
September 24, 2011 at 22:13 |
Mark Forster
Mark Forster
Bernie:
I also forgot a dog lead.
This is necessary for rescuing lost dogs - which has happened to me on my last two long walks.
I also forgot a dog lead.
This is necessary for rescuing lost dogs - which has happened to me on my last two long walks.
September 24, 2011 at 22:16 |
Mark Forster
Mark Forster
Credit card? I believe my government covers this.
September 25, 2011 at 0:34 |
Alan Baljeu
Alan Baljeu
<<This is necessary for rescuing lost dogs - which has happened to me on my last two long walks.>>
Mark, those poor dogs would not have been lost if they hadn't been allowed outdoors without GPS units. Don't tell me, they lacked survival kits too?
Mark, those poor dogs would not have been lost if they hadn't been allowed outdoors without GPS units. Don't tell me, they lacked survival kits too?
September 26, 2011 at 5:42 |
Bernie
Bernie
Bernie:
I don't think a dog would be capable of reading a GPS unit, but I did rescue someone's daughter a couple of months back.
I don't think a dog would be capable of reading a GPS unit, but I did rescue someone's daughter a couple of months back.
September 26, 2011 at 8:18 |
Mark Forster
Mark Forster
Bernie:
<<I don't think a dog would be capable of reading a GPS unit ...>>
If I'm not mistaken, common GPS units have a voice mode, offering a selection of voices. Surely one of them is "Fido"?
<<I don't think a dog would be capable of reading a GPS unit ...>>
If I'm not mistaken, common GPS units have a voice mode, offering a selection of voices. Surely one of them is "Fido"?
September 26, 2011 at 14:32 |
Bernie
Bernie
Mark, my previous post and your reply to it seem to have collided.
September 27, 2011 at 2:55 |
Bernie
Bernie
Bernie:
Oh dear, my fault. I must have pressed the edit button instead of the reply button. I get a bit bug-eyed at times answering all the comments.
I've restored your comment to its original wording (I hope). My reply is:
My walker's GPS doesn't have a voice at all. My car has a rather disapproving-sounding woman and a rather gormless-sounding man. I don't think any of them would impress a dog!
Oh dear, my fault. I must have pressed the edit button instead of the reply button. I get a bit bug-eyed at times answering all the comments.
I've restored your comment to its original wording (I hope). My reply is:
My walker's GPS doesn't have a voice at all. My car has a rather disapproving-sounding woman and a rather gormless-sounding man. I don't think any of them would impress a dog!
September 27, 2011 at 9:19 |
Mark Forster
Mark Forster
David says there that great ideas can come at any time but are often quickly forgotten before they have achieved their promise. So two things are needed:
1. Record the thought before it escapes you.
2. Have it ready when you need it.
As examples, he names a great birthday gift idea, and a new seminar tactic.
end of D. Allen's ideas.
An AF list is a great capture tool. An iPhone is a good intermediate means. Shopping lists and speech notes may serve once the AF item is invoked.
Other thoughts?