We love getting testimonials from fellow GTD enthusiasts! “Yesterday marks my fifth anniversary of the beginning of my GTD journey. Yes, I’ve stuck with the program for five years and I’m still enthusiastically living the GTD lifestyle. It saved my sanity five years ago; this year it played a major role in saving my job …
David Allen featured in The Entrepreneurs Library
The Entrepreneurs Library is a podcast, blog and community devoted to books that entrepreneurs would find useful, so it’s no wonder Getting Things Done is featured there. This blog post features “5 Lessons Entrepreneurs Can Learn from David Allen.” Enjoy the full post here!
Soaring with the GTD Two-Minute Rule
A reminder from a customer that implementing even one piece of the GTD methodology can have major positive effects: “Just wanted to send my success story describing how ‘Getting Things Done’ has changed who I am! I was a little apprehensive at first wondering if the tips would be geared mainly for the workplace and not …
WGNtv Interview with David Allen
David Allen clarifies a few GTD principles via Skype with WGN Chicago. Click here to watch this candid interview!
Taking Off with GTD
Here’s a fun testimonial that we received! “Since taking David’s class for the first time 3 years ago, my life has really taken off. I’ve gotten 2 promotions and a husband. I won’t give GTD credit for the husband, but it definitely helped with the promotions!” -GTD Enthusiast
Forbes and David Allen On GTD for Entrepreneurs
Forbes talks with David Allen to remind us why Getting Things Done is particularly good for entrepreneurs. Read the full article here!
You Leading You Interviews David Allen
Here’s another fascinating interview with David Allen! Sean Ackerman, productivity expert and creator of You Leading You gets the lowdown on David’s history, and how Getting Things Done caught on. Listen to the full interview here!
Living My Dream with GTD
It’s exciting to hear first-hand what is possible with GTD! David received this letter from a GTD fan: “We’ve never met and you don’t know me. I’ve never attended one of your workshops. Your coaches have never visited my office, though I am a mere two hours or so from Ojai. But you’ve changed my …
MacSparky Shares Mike Williams’ Home Screen
David Sparks, or MacSparky, of Mac Power Users features the home screen of Mike Williams in his regular Home Screen blog. Check out his iPhone layout, get a rundown of his favorite apps, and more! Click here to read the full article!
GTD Saved My Son
GTD isn’t just for you. David received this inspiring note: “Just wanted to send you a quick thank you, with an update you might enjoy…My son was diagnosed with ADHD a while back, and I’ve refused to put him on [medication]. What’s saved his school career? GTD. I’ve been using your ideas for a while …
Getting Things Done 2015 Book Review!
A Life of Productivity recommends the 2015 Edition of Getting Things Done! Check out the full article for a nutshell of GTD, the new book, and some praise from a long-time GTD fan and productivity expert.
Made an Impression with GTD
“I have been using the GTD system for the lest 2 years and within 6 months of starting to use it I got an e-mail from my Managing Director asking what has changed in my life that has caused the obvious increase in my output – thanks for that.” -GTD Enthusiast
GTD and the Power of Moms
Long-time GTD Enthusiast April Perry and co-founder of Power of Moms interviews David Allen for her podcast. Enjoy this fresh interview — her enthusiasm is contagious! Listen to the full interview here.
The GTD Methodology Hasn’t Changed
With the launch of the New Edition of Getting Things Done®, David Allen speaks with Dave Stachowiak of Coaching for Leaders. Here’s another look at what’s new in the new edition of the book. The GTD Methodology hasn’t changed — it’s still about creating appropriate engagement with your life. What’s really changed? In today’s fast-paced world, the …
GTD through a Life-Threatening Illness
When the unexpected occurs, your GTD system is there for you. Here’s a note David received from a GTD Enthusiast: “I want to say thanks for your work, and give you yet another testimonial that the GTD approach works, even for a beginner. I’ve been working on GTD for a little less than a year …
Getting Things Done Updated for 2015
Check out this great interview with David Allen by Amiel Handelsman if you’d like to know what differences and updates to expect with the New 2015 Edition of Getting Things Done!
GTD Weekly Review is Better than a Spa Treatment
A fellow GTD fan’s winning endorsement of the Weekly Review: “The weekly review is better than a spa treatment for relieving stress. Yesterday I stopped everything and decided to go through a really thorough review. In fact, it was really more like a “clean boot” of my entire system. Today, I still have a lot …
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David Allen’s Food For Thought – March 2015
Who does your remembering, retrieving, and reminding? Your system has to be at least as good as your mind to give your head the freedom to be present, creative, and spontaneous. If your organization has leaks or incomplete processes and data, your mind will still be burdened with the task of remembering, retrieving, and reminding …
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David Allen on The School of Greatness Podcast
Lewis Howes interviews David Allen on The School of Greatness Podcast and calls him the “Mr. Miyagi of productivity.” David details the Five Steps and reminds us that it’s not only about keeping it all out of your head, but taking the necessary step back from all of it to reflect on it from the discreet horizons of focus. We’ll …
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GTD Changed My Life
The note below came in to David recently, so we thought we’d share it with you! “I wanted to follow up and express a tremendous amount of gratitude for your contribution to the meeting last week. It was wonderful to be walked through the workflow diagram and have “it” all in one place. Having the …
