메모앱 뿐만 아니라 인생까지 체계화되는 “PARA 노트 정리법”

Summary

This video introduces the PARA method, a simple yet effective system for organizing digital notes. The PARA method, created by Tiago Forte, categorizes notes into four key areas: Projects, Areas, Resources, and Archives. The method emphasizes action-oriented sorting rather than thematic categories, helping users better manage their notes and create outputs. The video details the principles behind PARA, its practical implementation, and how it can be easily applied using Notion. Viewers are encouraged to adopt this system for better note organization, leading to increased productivity and clearer focus on their goals.

Takeaways

• 😀 The PARA note-taking system divides notes into four categories: Projects, Areas, Resources, and Archives, based on execution rather than topics.
• 😀 The PARA method was created by Tiago Forte and is designed to help people organize digital files and notes in a practical and intuitive way.
• 😀 The main difference between PARA and other note systems is that PARA organizes notes by action and execution, rather than by topic or category.
• 😀 Projects are the highest priority in PARA and have specific end goals and deadlines, such as tasks like launching a product or writing a blog post.
• 😀 Areas are ongoing responsibilities or roles in one's life, such as health, career, or family, and they do not have specific end dates.
• 😀 Resources are collections of information or materials that support ongoing projects or areas, but are not tied to any particular execution.
• 😀 Archives contain completed or inactive notes that do not fit into any current project or area but may still be useful in the future.
• 😀 Notes should be sorted into the PARA system based on their current level of execution, not by topic, and should be moved between categories as their relevance changes.
• 😀 The PARA method encourages users to actively engage with and use their notes by keeping them organized in a way that facilitates immediate action.
• 😀 The PARA system can be implemented easily in digital tools like Notion, which allows for flexible and efficient organization, reducing the need for managing complex folders.
• 😀 The power of PARA becomes more apparent over time, as it helps users accumulate and organize notes in a way that reflects their evolving responsibilities and knowledge.

Q & A

What is the main problem with most note-taking apps, according to the script?

The main issue is that as the number of notes increases, it becomes harder to organize and retrieve them. People often struggle with managing growing categories and folders, leading to abandonment of the app.

What is the 'PARA' method for organizing notes?

The PARA method is a system created by Tiago Forte to organize digital notes and files. It divides them into four categories: Projects, Areas, Resources, and Archives. These categories are based on the level of execution, from high to low.

How does the PARA method differ from traditional note organization methods?

Unlike traditional methods that organize notes by topics or themes, the PARA method organizes notes based on execution level, ensuring that the most important and actionable notes are prioritized.

What are the four categories in the PARA system and what do they represent?

The four categories are Projects, Areas, Resources, and Archives. Projects involve tasks with clear goals and deadlines; Areas represent ongoing responsibilities; Resources are reference materials that support tasks; Archives store completed or inactive items.

What common mistake do people make when using the PARA method?

A common mistake is sorting notes based on their topic rather than their execution level. For example, people might place notes about real estate contracts under a 'Real Estate' folder instead of associating them with the relevant project, such as moving.

What happens to notes after a project is completed in the PARA system?

Once a project is completed, its notes are reviewed and moved to either another relevant project, an area folder, or a resource folder. If they don't fit into any of these, they are placed in the Archives.

What is the role of the 'Areas' category in the PARA method?

The 'Areas' category includes ongoing responsibilities and roles in life, such as health, career, and family. Unlike projects, these areas don’t have clear end dates and require continuous attention.

What does the 'Resources' category include in the PARA method?

The 'Resources' category contains materials and reference information that support ongoing projects or areas, such as research, articles, or tools. These items are not tied to any specific project but are useful for various tasks.

How does the PARA method help with time and resource management?

The PARA method helps prioritize tasks based on their execution level, making it easier to focus on what’s most important. It also encourages the use of archived materials to avoid unnecessary duplication of effort, saving both time and resources.

What are the advantages of using Notion for implementing the PARA system?

Notion allows users to manage their notes and projects without the need for traditional folders. It uses a database structure, making it easy to search, categorize, and link notes across projects and areas. This dynamic system improves efficiency and organization.