P.A.R.A
A simple flexible system for organising digital information based on actionability.
PARA is an acronym for the four main categories (folders) used to organise everything.
Projects
Short term efforts with a defined goal and deadline. These are projects you are actively working on now. E.g. write a report, plan a holiday.
Areas (of responsibility)
Any long term responsibilities with a standard to be maintained and no specific deadline. Attention needed on an ongoing basis. E.g. Health, Finances, Home, Job Responsibility.
Resources
Topics or interests that may be tied to current or future projects. Typically general information. E.g. Articles, notes, quotes.
Archives
Items from the other 3 categories that are inactive but kept for future reference. E.g. Completed Projects, Responsibilities you no longer have, Information you are no longer interested in.
References
The PARA Method by Tiago Forte