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Paper illustration for PDCA Cycle.
Operations
PDCA Cycle
Paper illustration for Ivy Lee Method
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Ivy Lee Method
Paper illustration for Weekly Review.
Operations
Weekly Review
Purposedifferent
For an improvement that still has to prove itself in everyday work, the method runs it through small learning loops. It connects planning, checking, and standardization into a repeatable learning mode.With a restless workday full of too many open items, the method creates radical simplicity. It directs attention to a short sequence instead of a broad, still-open field.In a week with many open loops, the method creates distance from operational noise. It organizes commitments, calendar, and projects so the next week becomes workable.
Complexitysame
LowLowLow
Timedifferent
1 h bis mehrere Wochen5-10 min daily30-60 min
Participantsdifferent
1-811
Formatdifferent
Workshop + asyncAsyncAsync
Outputdifferent
PDCA Log, Experiment Plan, Learning Outcome, Standard ChangeDaily Priority List, Completion NotesUpdated Task System, Weekly Focus, Next Actions
Tagsno overlap
Continuous improvementLeanExperiments
PrioritizationProductivityExecution
ProductivityExecutionPlanning
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Eat the Frog
Paper notes move from an inbox to action, project and calendar collections.
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Getting Things Done
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ALPEN Method
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GIST Planning