David Allen says that when you deal with surprise, “there are two major ingredients for an optimal response: (1) actively focused engagement, and (2) having a clear deck.”
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Why "List" is a dirty word
David Allen explores three reasons why “list” is often considered a dirty word, and three things you can do to change that for yourself.
GTD for sustainable productivity
GTD creates more space in our thinking, so we can manage the surprises of an increasingly complex world.
Who should you follow on Twitter? PCMag says @gtdguy
A new PC Magazine article lists “The 100 People You Should Follow On Twitter.” Yes, David Allen #gtdguy is one of them.
How to stay productive in a high-tech world
Timely advice on how to stay productive in a high-tech world
Details that make your life easier
Detailed next actions prevent procrastination
GTD Nuggets – If you look at your calendar…
If you look at your calendar in detail over the next two weeks, I bet you will think of at least one, if not several, “Oh, that reminds me, I need to’s.”
How are David Allen’s lists set up?
Get a rare look inside David Allen’s personal GTD system in the next webinar hosted by GTD Connect. You’ll see how he’s customized his lists and examples of what he uses them for. It’s a great opportunity to see GTD in action and spark your own creative ideas for customizing your system. March 10th from …
How is a Next Action List Different from a To Do List?
A clear next action triggers action and positive engagement.
Free GTD Resources
A list of all of the FREE GTD resources offered by the David Allen Company
GTD Nuggets – Quick Fix for Mental Fatigue
Mixing up things that represent different agreements with yourself creates mental fatigue.
The 6 Horizons of Focus®
Managing the flow of work can be approached from many altitudes. We have roughly categorized “work” into six levels, or horizons of focus.
What to do if you're smart and imaginative
Ask yourself, “What is the most immediate thing I could commit to, that would start to move me in the direction of getting those experiences?”
Intro to GTD on MoneyWatch
Robert Pagliarini wrote an introduction to GTD on CBS MoneyWatch.com.
GTD Nuggets – Fancy Features You Don’t Need
Once you realize that you only need to define your projects with the next actions on them and keep track of all that in a complete but simple set of lists, you won’t need to bother yourself with much else.
Two GTD Questions You Can Use Every Day
The two questions that bring clarity to most anything on this level are: What’s the successful outcome? And, what’s the next action to make it happen?
Common misconceptions about GTD
What does David Allen say the most common misconceptions are about GTD? What did David want to be when he was growing up? Does Getting Things Done really save time versus just doing the work? Listen to this fun, informative podcast with GTD Times community contributor Mike Vardy and David Allen. (23 minutes) Listen to …
GTD Nuggets – Success doesn't come from getting organized
Success doesn’t come from getting organized—it comes from following your heart. Or your intuition. Or the seat of your pants. Or your gut. (Pick the words you like or that you’re not allergic to.) -David Allen
GTD Nuggets — Deciding What You Are Not Going To Do
Deciding that you’re not going to do something is a subtle and critical component of Getting Things Done and is one of the most challenging aspects of self-management.
How to Spend an Extra Hour
Sometimes your highest priority is to get some of your lower priority stuff done, especially when that adds to your quality of life.
