David Allen: Getting Things Done

The art of stress-free productivity

EPISODE 181

Discover David Allen's powerful methods for stress-free performance at work and in life. Allen's premise is simple - our productivity is directly proportional to our ability to relax. Only when our minds are clear and our thoughts are organized can we achieve effective results and unleash our creative potential. From core principles to proven tricks.

Getting Things Done will teach you to - Apply the 'do it, delegate it, defer it, drop it' rule to get your in-box empty Reassess goals and stay focused in changing situations Plan and unstick projects Overcome feelings of confusion, anxiety, and being overwhelmed Feel fine about what you're not doing.

INTRO

David and LondonReal states why we need to take ownership of our to-do list and write things down

  • Your brain is limited (2m25)

APPROPRIATE ENGAGEMENT

David on becoming more productive by getting things out of my mind

  • Getting comfortable with discomfort (3m02)

David and the importance of structure in the 5 steps, in order to create freedom

Minimise through organisation (2m54)

OUTRO

David Allen on keeping your head in crisis

Crisis evokes serenity (3m50)

READING

Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity by David Allen

David Allen’s online platform - Getting Things Done

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