1. Get Clear
   1. Loose papers & materials collected
      1. Business cards
      2. Receipts
      3. Other papers
      4. Support Material Folder Processed
   2. Get "In" to zero
      1. Email "In" to zero
         1. Work
         2. Personal
      2. Voicemail "In" to zero
         1. Work
         2. Home
         3. Cell
      3. "In" boxes to zero
         1. Work
         2. Home
   3. Notes Processed
      1. Journals processed
      2. Meeting notes processed
   4. What's on my mind?
      1. New projects?
      2. Action items?
      3. Waiting-for?
      4. Someday-maybe?
   5. Tickler File Updated
   6. Desk Cleared
   7. Briefcase & Wallet Organized
   8. Car Organized
   9. Home Organized
   10. Mind Sweep Completed
2. Get Current
   1. Review Action Lists
   2. Review Previous Calendar Dates
   3. Review Upcoming Calendar Dates
   4. Review Waiting for Lists
   5. Review Project (and Larger Outcome) Lists
   6. Review Any Relevant Checklists
3. Get Creative
   1. Review Someday / Maybe List
   2. Be Creative & Courageous